The famous pop star is known for her stunning and original manicures, created by Michelle Humphrey, the nail artist that all blindfolded celebrities trust.
After her cover for British Vogue, did you think Dua Lipa was a fan of the more low-key mani?
An online stroll through the profile of her favourite nail artist, Michelle Humphrey, will convince you otherwise.
As she explained to Vogue in a zoom call, “Usually Dua puts something in her mind and looks for images that capture it. So we either do what she’s thought of, or I add and subtract elements to come up with the final result.”
The successful pop star is now known for her eccentric nail looks, which are probably her trademark – from her totally glittery nails for the Studio 2054 performance, to the crystal-encrusted ones for her Jimmy Fallon appearance.
Humphrey states: “I love dating people like Dua because they know what they want. It’s so nice when you can be creative. There’s a transformation and you can see the before and after. A manicure is always a transformation anyway – the nails become cleaner, neat and sleek – but the perfect thing is when you add a bit of glitter to it all.”.
In addition to Dua Lipa, who she sees every week or two depending on the schedule, Humphrey has curated the nails of many famous women, from Adele and Lily Allen, to Naomie Harris and Cate Blanchett.
But how does she get her imaginative ideas inspired?
She replies: “I’ve always been very creative – I envision something and do it. Sometimes I’m inspired by a product, a brand or a trend. Other times I see something on Instagram. I always like to put an original touch on everything I do. Either way, nails are all about self-expression – find inspiration where you can: it’s free and easy!”
