EVER since French singer Serge Gainsbourg took glamorous actress Jane Birkin in his arms in the Sixties, the race to become showbiz’s It couple has never slowed down.
In recent times we’ve had Brad and Angelina, J-Lo and Ben, Posh and Becks . . .
According to Vogue, Dua Lipa and Callum Turner are leading Hollywood’s new crop of fashion power couplesCredit: Getty
British actor Callum modelled for Louis Vuitton and Burberry when youngerCredit: Getty
But these old-timers are now taking a back seat, with a new generation of fashion power couples appearing centre stage.
Leading the way, according to style magazine Vogue, are Brits Dua Lipa and Callum Turner.
Culture expert Nick Ede tells The Sun: “The rise of the power couple is upon us once again.
“We’ve seen Brad and Angelina, Meghan and Harry, but now the players are upping their games and are almost untouchable.”
From Stormzy and Maya to Bradley and Gigi, we list the latest rich and powerful couples and their fashion credentials.
Dua Lipa & Callum Turner
Worth: £50m
AS well as turning heads on the red carpet, singer Dua, 28, has walked the runway for Versace, flaunted Puma tracksuits and fronted Yves Saint Laurent perfume.
Brit actor Callum, 34, modelled for Louis Vuitton and Burberry when younger.
Nick said: “With his new-found status Callum can earn up to a million for his performances – not bad for a boy from a council estate who had a big dream.
Dua Lipa and rumoured boyfriend Callum Turner hit the Baftas red carpet ahead of star-studded event
“Dua already has £34million, and with a new album and tour on the horizon she will be the duo’s big earner this year, pushing them up to £50million.
“They ooze cool British style and if there is a new Brit Pack in town, it would be these two leading it with their stylish looks and loved-up personas.
“They are the total package and I’m here for it.”
Kaia Gerber & Austin Butler
Worth: £20m
Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler personify the ‘super chill’ coupleCredit: Getty
HAVING been together for about two years, the pair personify the “super chill” couple.
Kaia, 22, daughter of supermodel Cindy Crawford, has fronted for major labels, including Jimmy Choo and Miu Miu.
Actor Austin, 32, who starred as Elvis in 2022, is a brand ambassador for YSL and has contributed to Prada and Cartier campaigns.
The Californian hunk has featured on the cover of Esquire and GQ.
Nick says: “Kaia has been earning hundreds of thousands as a model but now, as an actress in Palm Royale and other shows, she is starting to earn the big bucks.
“Austin only got £550,000 for Elvis but with star roles in Dune: Part Two and Masters Of The Air, his bank balance is way past the £10million mark.
“Coupled with Kaia’s ten million followers and brand deals making £200,000 per post, they are on course to make more than £20million in 2024.
“They are the definition of Hollywood sex appeal – both stunningly beautiful and talented, too.
“With showbusiness in their roots, they are America’s sweethearts.”
Tom Holland & Zendaya
Worth: £16m
Tom Holland and Zendaya are up there among Hollywood’s most stylish youngstersCredit: Getty
IT began as a friends-to-lovers romance, now these two 2-year-olds are up there among Hollywood’s most stylish youngsters.
US actress and singer Zendaya is the face of Valentino and Bulgari.
She has also featured in campaigns for Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton and Michael Kors.
It comes as no surprise as she has been modelling since a child and has commanded full-page spreads in Vogue, Elle, InStyle and Glamour.
In 2021 she became the youngest person to win the Fashion Icon award at the Council of Fashion Designers of America Fashion Awards.
Tom, from Kingston-upon-Thames, South West London, is slowly building his profile after landing the lead role in 201 blockbuster Spider-Man: Home-coming, becoming the youngest actor to take on the role in the Marvel Universe.
He is reportedly now working with Prada.
Nick said: “These two are a normal couple that have shot to stardom.
“Definitely ones to watch.”
Maya Jama & Stormzy
Worth: £33m
Maya Jama and Stormzy have the ability to earn millions from different areasCredit: The Mega Agency
THE stylish rapper, 30, made history last year when he became the first British man to appear solo on the cover of British Vogue.
Partner Maya, 29, who is also a Vogue cover star, is the face of Dolce & Gabbana, Rimmel and Beauty Works – and in 2019 the TV presenter won the People’s Choice Award for best-dressed star.
Nick said: “They have the ability to earn millions from different areas, from fashion to TV and music and beyond.
“Stormzy is worth around £28million and Maya around £5million.
“She can earn around £100,000 per Instagram post and Stormzy over £200,000.
“We have invested in their relationship, now we want them to marry and have babies.”
Harry Styles & Taylor Russell
Worth: £55m
Together Harry Styles and Taylor Russell are a social media super-coupleCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
WHEN they went official this year they made a future power couple.
In 2022, 30-year-old Harry, who has had fashion collections with Gucci, was crowned best-dressed musician in the world by GQ mag.
Canadian actress Taylor, 29, is an ambassador for clothes brand Loewe and has worked with Prada and Chanel.
Nick commented: “Harry is one of the world’s most successful stars, with around £50million in the bank.
“Everything he touches turns to gold – and with Taylor by his side things are getting even better.
“She has around £5million and a whole lot of credibility. Together, they are a social media super-couple.
“Harry can command a million per post and Taylor around £100,000.
“They have played it cool, which shows it means something to them.”
Bradley Cooper & Gigi Hadid
Worth: £150m
Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid are worth a combined £150 millionCredit: BackGrid
MODEL Gigi, 28, has walked in shows for Versace, Tom Ford, Chanel, Fendi, Balmain and H&M, as well as being the poster girl for each brand.
Hollywood heavyweight Bradley, 49, has been pictured front row in dapper suits from major brands including Givenchy and Versace.
Nick said: “Bradley’s a serious power player worth £120million and Gigi is part of a modelling dynasty worth £30million.
“With his Oscars nod this year and her fronting numerous fashion campaigns they are at the top of their games.
“Bradley doesn’t post but he has been a brand ambassador and can get £2million for a shoot.
“Gigi is a social media queen and can earn up to £1million for her likes and reposts.
“Bradley has been known to be a player but he seems to have calmed down with one of the world’s hottest supermodels by his side.
“Paired with her catwalk looks, they seem to be a perfect golden couple.”