Lorde, the New Zealand singer known for hits like “Royals,” celebrated her 28th birthday in New York City this weekend, bringing her signature unapologetic flair to the festivities.
Joining her for the occasion was friend and fellow musician Charli XCX, marking the culmination of a lively year spent with close friends and fellow artists.
An Artistic Look at Party Essentials
Lorde gave fans a glimpse into the celebration on her Instagram Stories, posting an artistic flat lay of her coffee table.
The setup included hard liquor bottles, ashtrays, a crystal bowl brimming with cigarettes, and what appeared to be a ceramic dish of joints, all arranged with a distinctly curated aesthetic.
This wasn’t the usual party scene—it was a stylized nod to social media’s food photography, but with a rebellious twist.
Adding to the Ambiance
The table held other essentials for the night: matchboxes, a lighter, and half-finished gin and tonics.
In New York, it’s legal for adults over 21 to have up to 85 grams of cannabis and 24 grams of concentrates for personal use outside the home, while up to 141 grams can be stored at home, giving the birthday setup an added layer of legality amid the creative scene.
A Simple, Stylish Celebration
In a live video shared shortly after, Lorde glowed as a friend handed her a birthday cake, complete with a single tall candle.
Dressed in a black tube top and silky grey pants, the singer kept her look understated for the celebration, which took place at her chic New York condo—a two-bedroom space she purchased for $3.5 million (AUD $5.3 million).
A Rare Candid Shot
Another shot Lorde shared showed her in a candid moment, captured by GQ fashion writer Samuel Hine, as she leaned out a window smoking a cigarette.
It was a fitting image for Lorde, who, despite her occasional retreat from the limelight, continues to exude a cool and effortlessly rebellious vibe.
A Year of Celebrations with Friends
This birthday was just the latest in a series of lively events for Lorde.
Back in August, she attended Charli XCX’s birthday bash in the UK, partying alongside stars like Billie Eilish, Glen Powell, Nelly Furtado, Euphoria’s Barbie Ferreira, and Anya Taylor-Joy.
The two artists’ friendship and collaboration have been a source of intrigue, especially after Charli’s release of the “Girl, So Confusing Remix,” which references their occasionally complicated relationship.
Charli and Lorde on Stage
Charli XCX, currently touring with Troye Sivan and set to headline Laneway Festival in Australia in 2025, even surprised fans by inviting Lorde on stage for a duet at Madison Square Garden.
This marked another memorable moment in what has become a closely watched musical and personal friendship.
The ‘Brat’ Era in Full Swing
Since Charli’s album Brat dropped in June, it’s been embraced as a bold, hedonistic anthem that challenges norms, capturing the cultural moment so powerfully that “brat” was even chosen as Collins Dictionary’s 2024 word of the year.
Lorde’s birthday photoshoot aligned perfectly with this ethos—mixing confidence, independence, and a hint of mischief.
Lorde has come a long way since winning a Grammy at age 17.
As her journey continues, her fans can only wonder: what’s next for this ever-evolving artist?
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