If you’re thinking of someone who consistently pulls out all the stops on the red carpet, has a history of bold street style and on-stage outfits and serves looks on Instagram daily, Lizzo should be high on your list.
The singer is renowned for her varied fashion style – you’re just as likely to spot her in jeans and a tee as you are a tonal Barbie pink outfit – so there are plenty of style lessons we can adopt.
Fashion aside, Lizzo often speaks out on topics like race, representation, inclusivity and diversity – an icon in every sense of the word.
With the heatwave in full swing, when we often naturally steer towards a pop of colour of cheery print, and ahead of her highly-anticipated performance at Glastonbury 2023, it’s the perfect time to highlight the fashion lessons we can learn from Lizzo.
Baby tees are happening
If you’re heading to Glastonbury to see Lizzo perform, this is a trend you might like to note, since it looks just as good with a fringed mini skirt as it does metallic trousers. Baby tees – think shrunken or cropped fitted T-shirts – are a big trend for summer and we likely have a certain Kardashian and Skims to thank for the rise in popularity. Post-Glasto, wear yours with jeans or trousers a la Lizzo, and throw a blazer on top.
Great underwear is essential for summer
Lizzo launched her shapewear and lingerie label Yitty back in March. The brand covers everything from sculpting shapewear to low-support bras, so it’s only right then that Lizzo’s own underwear wardrobe be a shrine to her label. Rocking this sport-luxe jersey style in a quick selfie reel on Instagram, she reminded us that the base of all our outfits should be as comfortable as it is stylish. Take this as your reminder to take stock of your underwear drawer in time for summer.
Leopard print is the perfect summer wardrobe update
Lizzo is famous for her bold printed pieces, and if you’re keen on injecting some fun into an otherwise neutral wardrobe for summer, it’s time to take notes. Leopard and zebra prints are having a moment so now’s your chance. If it’s your first foray into animal prints, dip your toes (quite literally) into the trend with these kitten heels and team them with wide-leg trousers and a white shirt – the perfect heatwave look.
Barbiecore works for every personal style
What with the Barbie movie right around the corner, there’s no sign of pink (from pepto fuchsia to pale blush tones) going away any time soon, but given that we’re in the midst of summer wedding season, it’s the perfect time for the feminine hue to make its way into your wardrobe.
Lizzo’s gone full bubblegum in this red carpet look, but a Barbie pink dress will look just as good with white or metallic accessories.
Metallic bikinis are happening
There’s no way you can head off on a destination hen do or for a cheeky party island weekender without a metallic bikini in your case. Of course, trendsetter Lizzo has been sporting them for a year, but the great British high street has gone all in for the trend this summer so now’s your chance to recreate her holiday look.
Head straight to Skims for the itsy bitsy OG version, or to & Other Stories for a colourful version at a lower price point.
Cut-outs for evening can be chic
Any millennials might balk at the thought of a cut-out dress or bodysuit but Lizzo (also a millennial) makes a strong case for them in this statement evening look. There are a number of style tips to note when opting for a cut-out piece, but the main one is consider balance: note Lizzo’s long sleeves, high neck and court heels, which offer coverage and complement the sheer panels nicely.
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