Batten down the hatches and sequins at the ready as The Fashion Awards 2024 is officially underway.
On Monday December 2, fashion’s inner circle flocked through the doors of The Royal Albert Hall to attend the biggest event in the fashion calendar. A celebration of creative talent and emerging faces in the industry, the event honours designers, brands, and individuals shaping the future of fashion, both in the UK and globally.
Hosted by the British Fashion Council (BFC), the awards celebrate outstanding contributions to the fashion world, focusing on sustainability, innovation, and influence.Â
Last year, we witnessed icons such as Sarah Burton, Edward Enninful, Valentino Garavani and Sarah Mower take home coveted awards, while blossoming talents like Martine Rose, Chopova Lowena, Bianca Saunders and Connor Ives also reaped recognition for their creative endeavours.Â
What to expect this year at The Fashion Awards 2024
Once again, The Fashion Awards are presented by jewellery empire Pandora on the red carpeted steps of the famed concert hall in South Kensington. TV presenter Maya Jama hosted the gala alongside musical artist and fellow creative powerhouse Kojey Radical.
Key categories include Model of the Year, British Menswear Designer, British Womenswear Designer, Designer of the Year, BFC Foundation Award, Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator, Outstanding Achievement Award and Leader of Change.
Iconic designer and former creative director of Gucci Tom Ford will be honored with the Outstanding Achievement Award, while musician A$AP Rocky will be honored as a Cultural Innovator for his impressive impact on popular culture this year. American photographer Tyler Mitchell is this year’s recipient of the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator, with stunning shoots for the world’s most renowned publications and brands under his belt.Â
Not to mention, we can of course expect to see a slew of beautifully dressed familiar faces attend the British bash. Last year, we were treated to dazzling appearances courtesy of Anne Hathaway, Amal Clooney, Gwyneth Paltrow and more.Â
The list goes on, but now it’s time to get down to business.
Best dressed guests at The Fashion Awards 2024:
© Gareth CattermoleMaya Jama
Fashion Awards host Maya Jama looked resplendent in a shimmering gold-olive silk gown, complete with floral detailing and a figure-caressing fit.Â
© Mike MarslandAlexa Chung
Alexa Chung served up Mob Wife magic in a sheer black beaded slip dress layered under an XL chocolate brown fur coat.
© Gareth CattermoleHalle Bailey
The Little Mermaid star Halle Bailey was one of the first to grace the scene, sporting a siren-esque gown in white, complete with a strapless design and a large pearl paillettes-pearl structure. Shipwrecked chic.Â
© Samir HusseinHarris Reed
American designer Harris Reed arrived looking sharp in a contemporary black suit featuring high waisted trousers and an exaggerated bow tie. Note, the platform boots.Â
© Gareth CattermoleMia Regan
Model and social media muse Mia Regan entered stage right in a monochrome gown with a black cut-out top and a white A-line skirt. She polished off the look with some point-toe kitten heels.
© Joe MaherLaura Haddock
Actress Laura Haddock attended The Fashion Awards 2024 in a sleek black strapless gown with a nude silk sash and matching point-toe heels. A gothic netted veil added a dramatic edge to her timeless attire.
© Mike MarslandVenus Williams
Tennis star Venus Williams made a case for power dressing in a longline black coat by Thom Browne layered over a cropped leg jumpsuit in the same winter hue.
© Samir HusseinToni Garrn
Model Toni Garrn made a case for festive red in a sleeveless mini dress with caped detailing.Â
© Ian West – PA ImagesDaisy Ridley
Star Wars actress Daisy Ridley championed preppy-chic in a colour contrast co-ord featuring a crimson silk cami top and a grey, belted pleated skirt with crystal embellishment.Â
© Mike MarslandAJ Odudu
AJ Odudu served up disco mania, sporting a lipstick red co-ord complete with low-rise trousers and a partially unbuttoned cropped jacket.
© Mike MarslandEllie Goulding
Ellie Goulding braced the British winter in a stunningly sprawling puffer jacket from the Moncler Genius AW24 collection, cut from a cream hue, which featured an off-the-shoulder silhouette, a belted waist and XL sleeves.Â
© Gareth CattermoleRita Ora
Rita Ora debuted a striking new beauty transformation on the red carpet, styling out a blonde pixie cut that was elevated by a grey suit in contrasting shades and chunky silver jewellery.
© Dave BenettSpencer Sisters
Lady Amelia and Eliza Spencer paid homage to their aunt Princess Diana and her iconic ‘revenge dress’, both opting for off-the-shoulder gowns in a midnight black colourway.
© Samir HusseinKojey Radical
Host Kojey Radical went hell for leather in a tan-toned coat complete with statement floral detailing, layered over a bronzed brocade suit.
© Mike MarslandAlek Wek
Sudanese-British model and fashion designer floored onlookers in a red gown hailing from Donna Karan’s AW14 ready-to-wear collection.
© BENJAMIN CREMELAlessandra Ambrosio
Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio dazzled in a crystal-dotted gown complete with cut-out detailing, a one-shoulder shape and a white lace trim.
© Ian West – PA ImagesGemma Chan
Gemma Chan mesmerised in a long-sleeve white gown that offered a texture feast. Ruffles, crystals and a bow-shaped bodice made for a statement look.
© Ian West – PA ImagesLara Stone
Model Lara Stone paid homage to the Noughties with a lilac bandage dress featuring a halterneck silhouette and vertical ruffle panels.Â
© Ian West – PA ImagesMaria Sharapova
Tennis champ Maria Sharapova sported a Dior-inspired skirt set in a rich hue hue with a collarless jacket and co-ordinating midi skirt.
© BENJAMIN CREMELJoan Smalls
Joan Smalls looked elegant as always in a one-shoulder dress with black netting and crystal detailing, side cut-outs and a thigh-high split.Â
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