The annual GLAMOUR Women of the Year Awards on Tuesday saw some incredible and inspiring women grace the red carpet yet again. Celebrating the fiercely independent, game-changing, and empowering women in music, fashion, tv and film, the awards held host to women such as Anne Marie, Nicola Coughlan and Charithra Chandran. Let’s take a look at some of the well-deserved winners and what they wore on their big night.
Charitha Chandran
The Bridgerton star was awarded the Samsung Rising Star Award for utilising her voice to challenge racism and represent her South Asian community. We praise Chandra for what she has achieved and are excited for her future in the film industry as well as her continuation to challenge the status quo.
Charitha Chandran certainly kept up her ‘diamond of the season’ status as she dazzled in a long black Rokh dress. The corseted gown featured bejewelled panelling and a sparkling halter neck.
Amelia Dimoldenberg
Known for her unconventional comedy style on her YouTube series –Chicken Shop Dates– we are not shocked to announce that Amelia Dimoldenberg received GLAMOUR’s Creator of the Year Award 2022.
As she proudly accepted her well-earned award, Dimoldenberg slayed in a stunning black Miu Miu suit. We think the androgynous, boxy silhouette partnered with the mini bandeau style top captured the comedian’s style perfectly.
Nicola Coughlan
We are lucky to not just have one, but two Bridgerton stars in our fashion midst. Nicola Coughlan is known for her roles as Penelope Featherington in Bridgerton, as well as Clare Devlin in Derry Girls. However, on Tuesday evening she was receiving recognition for her involvement in protests on women’s rights to abortion, as well as campaigning for equal marriage.
The Actress/ Activist wore a gorgeous custom piece by Emilia Wickstead as she received her TV Actor Award. Differing from her Bridgerton work wardrobe of yellows and oranges, the Wickstead two-piece showed Coughlan in a much more glamorous style. The black embroidered two-piece -taken from Wickstead’s A/W 22 collection- was inspired by the films of Michelangelo Antonioni, and we must say Coughlan looked inspiring in it.
Rita Ora
Rita Ora is no stranger to standing up and speaking out on important issues. Being an Ambassador for UNICEF as well as supporting campaigns for refugees, Ora rightfully earned her Entertainer Award. The singer also continues to create female-empowering anthems which empower women daily- thank you, Rita Ora.
All eyes were on Ora as she stunned in a full-length, sheer black, figure-hugging gown. The partially off-shoulder strappy dress showed off Ora’s black underwear as well as her gorgeous figure.
Munroe Bergdorf
Making great strides for inclusivity in the beauty industry, Munroe Bergdorf uses her platform to create positive change by encouraging higher levels of diversity. As one of the UK’s first mainstream transgender models, she knows the industry first-hand and believes there is still a lot of work to be done. February 2023 will welcome the release of her debut book, which we are sure will be a success. Therefore, a big congratulations to Munroe Bergford for winning GLAMOUR’s Beauty-Changemaker Award.
Wearing a hyper-feminine, lilac gown from Sophie Couture’s S/S 23 collection, Bergdorf looked simply stunning. The dress featured delicate feathers and chiffon appliques, which were complemented by a matching set of heels.
Dina Asher-Smith
Now although Dina Asher-Smith presented an award as opposed to winning one, we couldn’t help but feature her in our mix. As she wore a custom Nensi Dojaka, she awarded the very designer the winner of GLAMOUR’s Fashion Designer of the Year. The sprinter’s red-carpet moment will be remembered for years to come as she elegantly sported the sheer brown, floor-length gown. True to a Nensi Dojaka, the dress featured delicate cut-outs and a breathtaking slit down the skirt’s left side.
Words By Erin Wilson
Header Image: Glamour
