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Dua Lipa’s “Swimsuit” Dress Sparks Major Poolside Controversy—Is She Serving Summer or Scandal?

Added on August 16, 2025 inCelebrity News Cards

Ever wonder if Dua Lipa’s birthday bash vibes are secretly powered by the cosmos? As the “Future Nostalgia” star gears up to bid adieu to her twenties and dance voluptuously into her 30s, she’s already set the internet ablaze with poolside snaps that sparked both admiration and a sprinkling of sass. Rocking a slinky, cut-out white dress that blurs the line between haute couture and a bikini (thanks, August’s fiery Leo energy, always craving that spotlight!), Dua didn’t just celebrate—she commanded attention. With fiancé Callum Turner by her side and over 1.6 million likes flooding her feed, it’s clear this isn’t just any pre-birthday glow-up. But when some say her dress looked more swimsuit than soirée—well, isn’t that just the kind of spicy debate the stars signed up for? Whether you’re dazzled or dismayed, Dua’s unapologetic leap into the next decade feels as electrifying as a Leo moon in mid-August. LEARN MORE.

Dua Lipa stunned fans with her birthday ramp-up photos this week. The singer, 29, made headlines last weekend for stripping down to a bikini as she eyed up turning 30 later this month, and it looks like her August 22 celebrations have already begun. Posting poolside snaps of herself in a pre-birthday set of photos, Dua thrilled her 88.1 million Instagram followers in a cut-out white dress, one loved by some and hated by others. The “New Rules” star, who included fiancé Callum Turner in her snaps, earned over 1.6 million likes, but she was also reminded that her barely there dress was closer to a bathing suit.

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Dua Lipa Stuns In Braless Birthday Dress

Scroll for the photos. The above, polka-dot bikini look marked Dua appearing to kiss being 29 goodbye as she wrote: “Resting meeee bones before I carry on dancing into my 30s!!!!!!”

Showing a little less skin as she went braless in a slinky dress with built-in, cheeky briefs, Dua stunned with a reminder of her curves, showing plenty of skin as she kicked off her gallery indoors. The Future Nostalgia star highlighted her abs and torso while going sleeveless, also affording a barely there feel thanks to her sparkly, knit-effect dress’ gaping cut-outs.

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Exposing her sideboob in some photos, Dua enjoyed a dining terrace filled with people as she sat on Callum’s lap. The Grammy winner also showed off her early birthday cake as she partied with her friends, eventually moving poolside for a glam shot. Dua wore a gorgeous silver bracelet cuff to accessorize her look, sporting her dark hair down while wearing a warming layer of makeup.

“Early birthday celebrations on my favourite island with my favourite people wearing the most gorgeous dress Simon made for me… I can’t bloody wait for 30!!!!” Given that the official Jacquemus Instagram replied: “Love you ma chérie,” it can be assumed that Dua Lipa had donned a dress from the luxury French designer.

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Bikini Bombshell Told Dress Is A Swimsuit

The Daily Mail quickly covered the share, where responses were mixed. Dua is often targeted by the outlet’s readers on account of not being the curviest of celebrities, although this crowd also teased her about her dress. Gaining likes, one fan replied: “Her dress reminded me of Toni Braxton’s ultra-revealing white gown at 2001 Grammys.” Here, another user responded:

“It looks half dress/half swimming costume, and is diabolical.” This comment earned over 15 upvotes. Elsewhere, another user said: “I’m a Dua Lips fan but whatever that is, it’s not a dress.”

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Stunning In See-Through Undies Dress

Dua Lipa had worn Selena Gomez-adored label Jacquemus back in August 2022 as she attended boss Simon Porter’s wedding in France. For the occasion, she donned this body-hugging, sheer white dress as she flashed her undies beneath. Dua has no official known deal with Jacquemus, but she does front both Versace and YSL Libre fragrances.

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