When Dua Lipa takes the stage, she doesn’t just perform — she commands it. The global pop powerhouse brought both energy and purpose to West Hollywood on October 9, performing at MISTR’s National PrEP Day event in a striking Barbie-pink corset ensemble that was equal parts pop fantasy and empowerment statement.
Held at the legendary venue The Abbey, the event was more than just another stop on Lipa’s whirlwind Radical Optimism tour. It was a night dedicated to awareness — using music, art, and performance to promote HIV prevention and encourage open conversations about sexual health. And true to form, Dua didn’t just show up; she showed out.
For her set, the singer slipped into a shimmering pink satin bodysuit that perfectly captured her fearless fashion DNA. The look, custom-designed with a sheer halter neckline, a structured corset bodice, and lace-up detailing on each side, was a playful evolution of the gold bodysuit she’s been wearing throughout her world tour. The corset’s sculptural silhouette highlighted her athletic frame, while the glistening fabric caught the light like liquid bubblegum.
Styled with black fishnet tights and knee-high leather stiletto boots, Lipa’s stage outfit struck a bold balance between vintage glamour and modern confidence. Her makeup — rosy blush, soft glitter around the eyes, and a radiant pink lip — tied the look together with a polished pop-princess edge.
The night wasn’t just about fashion, though — it was about community and advocacy. Sharing the stage with drag icons Aquaria, Plastique Tiara, Trinity the Tuck, Symone, and Shea Couleé, Dua celebrated National PrEP Day with a message of inclusion, awareness, and pride. Her presence lent star power to a cause that remains vital in today’s cultural conversation.
Lipa’s choice to take part in the event between her Radical Optimism tour stops highlighted her ongoing commitment to using her platform for more than just music. Between shows in Los Angeles and her upcoming performances in San Francisco and Seattle, the Grammy winner made time to spotlight a movement centered on health, acceptance, and progress — proving once again that her version of pop stardom is both stylish and socially conscious.
The Radical Optimism era has been a defining chapter for Dua Lipa — one that fuses her disco-infused sound with futuristic pop visuals and bold, empowering fashion. Her West Hollywood appearance was a continuation of that narrative, merging her love for vibrant aesthetics with real-world impact. The pink corset — an emblem of strength wrapped in satin — reflected both her artistic evolution and her unapologetic individuality.
After the show, Lipa shared a slideshow of highlights from her four-day Los Angeles stint on Instagram, featuring snaps from the PrEP event and surprise collaborations with Gwen Stefani and Lionel Richie. “LOS ANGELES!!!! UNREAL SCENES!!! LIONEL!!! GWEN!!!! VERY INSANE!!!! Thank you for 4 beautiful nights in your city! I’ve loved every single moment 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻 RADICAL OPTIMISM FOREVER!!!!!” she captioned the post, radiating her trademark enthusiasm.
Her night in West Hollywood was more than a performance — it was a pop culture moment that blurred the lines between activism and artistry. Dua Lipa has long understood that fashion and music are languages of influence, and at MISTR’s National PrEP Day, she spoke both fluently.
With each glittering step, each powerful note, and each fearless outfit, Dua continues to redefine what it means to be a modern pop icon — one who can make you dance, make you think, and make you feel, all at once.
