The British Fashion Council hosted their annual fashion awards on the 4th of December,
2023. The event took place in the Royal Albert Hall in London. The fashion awards serve as
the main event to fundraise for the BFC Foundation to highlight the work of new creatives
as well as the excellence of the British fashion industry. The BFC Foundation aims at
funding the future growth of the industry as it grants funds for education, and business
mentoring for young creatives.
Winners of the night included the likes of Edward Enninful as he was awarded for being a
trailblazer, Charlotte Tilbury won special recognition and Sarah Burton won ‘Designer of the
Year’ for her work at Alexander McQueen. The nominees included model, Paloma Elsesser
and Liu Wen for ‘Model of the Year’ and designers Aaron Esh and Chet Lo along with three
others were nominated for the ‘BFC Foundation Award’.
As it poured down on the red carpet, hosted by retired stylist, Law Roach and fashion
commentator Julia Hobbs— models, actors, musicians and artists of all kinds came
together from all over to honour British fashion creatives in fabulously crafted ensembles.
Here are a few of our favourites.
1. MAYA JAMA
Reality television star, Maya Jama chose to bring the glam with this white corset gown by
Dolce & Gabbana. The gown had high slits and added more drama with a voluminous
ruffled cape. She was styled by Rhea Francois.
2. ANNE HATHAWAY
The actress, Anne Hathaway was dressed in archival Valentino for the awards. She was in a
cream, tasselled gown which made her look elegant, classy and just her signature
phenomenal self. She completed her look with jewellery from Bvlgari.
3. WOLFIE CINDY
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Influencer Cindy Kimberly was dressed in Di Petsa. She wore a white, two-piece set with a
flowing skirt on the bottom and a signature Di Petsa, wet-look crop top. She accessorized
her look with beaded, diamond jewellery by Messika, adorning her hair and midriff.
4. ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY
The model chose to wear a gorgeous black gown with cut-outs at the midriff and a long slit
in the front. The gown was completed with a scarf accent. The model opted for jewellery by
Tiffany & Co.
Actor Lily James wore an embellished navy blue halter gown with cut-out detailing in the
front and a broach detail. The dress had a high slit with a bow at the waist. The actress
styled the look with minimal jewellery, nude glam and slicked-back hair.
6. ALEXA CHUNG
Model and TV personality, Alexa Chung wore a custom Marco Capaldo from his
Spring/Summer ‘23 collection. The model follows suit with the metallic trend and opts for a
dress with an interesting silhouette mirroring a bustle underneath the mid-length gown.
The model chose to go for her quintessential cool, chic makeup and loose waves for her
hair.
7. SIMONE ASHLEY
Bridgerton actress, Simone Ashley wore a white, halter-neck Valentino mini-dress with
cutouts of embroidered flowers covering the body of the dress. Ashley completed the look
with sultry nude makeup and sleek open hair. She was styled by Rebecca Corbin Murray.
8. LEIGH-ANNE PINNOCK
The musician wore nominated designer, Chet Lo’s creation to the red carpet. The knitted
red, halter-neck gown was covered in the designer’s signature, “durian” spiky knit with cutouts
on the sides of the torso. Leigh-Anne finished her look with an updo and a smokey
eye.
9. SARA SAMPAIO
The Portuguese model wore British designer, Richard Quinn’s creation with this beautifully
layered, ruffled white gown. The look was paired with black gloves and jewellery by
Swarovski. She finishes the outfit with a slicked-back bun and a black smokey eye.
10. AWENG CHUOL
The model wore an ensemble by Vetements, layering the beige-coloured suede gown with
an XL puffer jacket.
11. CHARLI XCX
The singer wore a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier from his 2004 Spring/ Summer collection. The
ruched, yellow midi-dress was paired with black pumps and graphic eyeliner to complete
the look.
12. MUNROE BERGDORF
The English model and activist wore this purple, corseted gown by Robert Wu. The gown
was embellished with panelling and a lace-up towards the front of the gown. The silhouette
adopted a mermaid cut towards the bottom. Bergdorf finished her look with a dark, bold lip.
Words By Indra Gupta
