Pop superstar Dua Lipa arrived in New York City on Friday, just in time to celebrate her 31st birthday on Saturday. The Grammy-winning artist made a stylish entrance at JFK Airport, exuding effortless chic as she carried a striking, large Chanel bucket bag, reportedly valued at £6,000. Her ensemble for the transatlantic journey featured classic blue jeans, a crisp white t-shirt, statement black sunglasses, and a sophisticated navy cardigan, embodying a relaxed yet polished Riviera aesthetic.
A Closer Look at the Coveted Chanel Bag
The eye-catching accessory is understood to be part of Chanel’s Cruise 2027 collection, which debuted in Biarritz, France. This particular collection marked a significant moment as it was the first Cruise presentation under the creative direction of Matthieu Blazy. Blazy, who previously helmed Bottega Veneta from 2021 to 2024, joined Chanel in December 2024, bringing a fresh perspective to the iconic fashion house. Dua Lipa’s stylist, Lorenzo Posocco, has previously expressed admiration for Blazy’s work, noting in June that his appointment at Chanel was an “exciting debut.” Posocco commented on Blazy’s vision, stating, “We love Matthieu. I loved his vision at Bottega Veneta and now he’s breathing fresh air into Chanel which was needed.” This sentiment highlights Lipa’s well-established connection with the brand and her appreciation for its evolving creative direction.
Family Tributes Mark Dua Lipa’s Birthday
As Dua Lipa celebrated her birthday, touching tributes poured in from her family. Her mother, Anesa, 54, took to Instagram to share a previously unseen wedding photo, expressing immense pride in her daughter. Anesa wrote, “Happy birthday Dua!! ❤️✨❤️✨❤️ I am so proud of the person you are and everything you’ve become. May life returns to you all the love, kindness and happiness you give. May this chapter bring endless reasons to smile and unforgettable moments. You deserve all the love and joy in this world! I love you!!” The accompanying image depicted Dua in a shimmering silver minidress and bridal veil, while her mother sported a classic little black dress paired with black cowboy boots, hinting at the couple’s wedding celebrations.
Dua Lipa’s father, Dukagjin, 57, who manages her career, also shared a heartfelt message alongside nostalgic childhood photographs of his daughter. He affectionately referred to himself as “the silver fox” and conveyed his deep love and pride. His tribute read, “Happy birthday Dua ❤️ I love you so much and I am so incredibly proud of you. May the hand of God be between you and the harms way. May the love you give to all of us be the shield that keeps you safe and happy.”
Her sister, Rina, 25, added a playful and affectionate note, calling Dua her “main squeeezeee!!!! 4ever!!!” She expressed her gratitude for having Dua as a sister, writing, “Happiest birthday Du ❤️ im the luckiest girl to have you as my sister i adore you, te dua shume❤️”
Future Family Plans and Recent Wedding Celebrations
In recent discussions about their personal lives, Dua Lipa’s husband, actor Callum Turner, 36, revealed his aspirations to start a family. Speaking with Esquire UK, Turner expressed his desire to have children within the next decade. “Obviously, yeah, I’m 36. I’d like to have a family and raise some kids,” he stated. Reflecting on his wedding day to Lipa, he described it as “the most beautiful day of my life” and spoke warmly about their relationship: “It’s nice to find someone that you love and who loves you and you want to be around all the time.”
The couple, who legally married at London’s Old Marylebone Town Hall earlier this summer, followed up with an extensive three-day destination wedding celebration in Palermo, Sicily. This lavish event reportedly featured a private performance by music icon Elton John.
Dua Lipa herself has previously shared her thoughts on motherhood. In an interview with British Vogue, she expressed a desire to have children in the future but acknowledged the complexities of balancing family life with her demanding career. “I’d love to have kids one day,” she said. “But it’s like the constant question of when would there ever be a good time – how it would fit in with my job and how it would work if I went on tour, and how much time out I’d have to take. I think it’s just one of those things that’s going to happen when it happens. I love kids, but I think there’s so much more to raising a child than just loving children.”
Honeymoon Adventures
Following their wedding festivities, the newlyweds embarked on a honeymoon that took them along the picturesque Amalfi Coast. Their travels continued to Rome, where they were observed among tourists at the Trevi Fountain. The couple also visited Naples and enjoyed a stay in Taormina, residing at the San Domenico Palace, a hotel notably featured in the second season of the popular television series “The White Lotus.”
