Rain Fails to Dampen Splendor at 2023 Fashion Awards
London’s soaked streets set the scene for fashion’s finest to shine at this year’s Fashion Awards. Held within the gilded grandeur of the Royal Albert Hall, the British Fashion Council’s annual celebration of excellence saw talents battened down in their most spectacular fits.
Valentino’s Pierpaolo Piccioli escorted Oscar-winner Anne Hathaway, resplendent in an off-white fringe number plucked from the Italian house’s archives. Inspired by spaghetti, this nearly-nude goddess gown proved the perfect canvas for the actress’ enviable bone structure.
Fashion’s darling Kate Moss demonstrated her innate understanding of eveningwear with an effortlessly chic all-black ensemble. Her liquid silk gown and bejeweled platforms evoked old school glam filtered through the supermodel’s cool Britannia lens.
Meanwhile, Yorkshire-born Jodie Comer’s tailored sleeveless tuxedo dress showcased Savile Row-worthy cutting. She lengthened her endless pins with sheer Wolford hosiery and strappy heels. This Scouse starlet continues to prove herself a burgeoning fashion icon.
Rita Ora dazzled alongside husband Taika Waititi in a slinky, spine-baring number that clung to her famous curves like a chic evening glove. Silver spikes adorned her back like a punk rock priestess.
Ellie Goulding’s caused a stir in an oversized blazer and thigh-high patent boots. This menswear-inspired look proved the singer’s fearless rock ‘n’ roll spirit.
Laura Whitmore paid homage to the late, great Dame Vivienne Westwood in an off-the-shoulder LBD paired with the designer’s signature .
Nicola Roberts looked understatedly sexy in a scarlet-accented black ensemble. Her tower strappy sandals will doubtless inspire copycats.
Abbey Clancy channeled gothic glam in a midriff-flaunting black lace two-piece and skyscraper heels. From fringed fringe to liquid patent leather, last night’s red carpet demonstrated that while the weather may be glum, high fashion is anything but.
