As a rule, red carpet looks aren’t necessarily supposed to be wearable. They’re meant to be showstopping outfits that will typically only see the light of day at elite, luxury events like awards ceremonies and movie premieres.
However that doesn’t mean we can’t take a little bit of inspo from them, especially when they’re as good as Dua Lipa’s. The singer hit the BRITS red carpet wearing a custom Versace black leather gown, with a cut out harness neckline and a pooling train that had us all quite literally stunned.
Whilst our opportunities to wear a floor length leather dress are, frankly, thin on the ground, we did manage to track down this Urban Revivo Faux Leather Mini Dress, £60 here, that has the same edgy glamour as Dua’s, whilst still being a much more wearable addition to our wardrobes.
Just like Dua’s, the leather mini dress – which you can pick up at ASOS – has a strappy neckline with cut out details, and comes in a (faux) leather material that gives it a little bit of edge. It also features a corsage detail in the middle of the cross over neckline, and has a fitted silhouette.
However unlike the singer’s trailing, floor length version, the Urban Revivo dress has a much shorter hemline that stops mid-thigh, making it easier to style for a whole host of occasions. You can wear it with some strappy stilettos and a glittering clutch for nights out, or pair with thick tights and biker boots for a more laid back, grungy look. It would also work well with a pair of knee high heeled boots and a tailored blazer for a more sophisticated evening look.
If you love Dua’s longer length, however, you could also opt for this Boohoo Faux Leather Maxi Dress, £28.50 here (was £38), which has a maxi, ankle-grazing length that gives it some drama. However to keep it wearable, it has a more minimalist, classic square neckline with wide shoulder straps and a tailored, column-style silhouette.
Another elegant option is the Marlene Black Faux Leather Strapless Bandeau Split Maxi Dress, £70 here (was £95), from Club L which has a similar figure-skimming shape that accentuates your curves and a maxi length which almost reaches the floor. However, the dress keeps things chic with a strapless,bandeau neckline that would look amazing with some statement jewellery and a classic chignon.From red carpet to date night in just a few simple steps!
