The 2025 Fashion Awards: All the winners and must-see red carpet style

Gerry Cupido|Published

Sudanese-US model Anok Yai won Model of the Year.

Image: Carlos Jasso / AFP

London was buzzing this Monday as the global fashion community descended upon the Royal Albert Hall for the 2025 Fashion Awards, presented by Pandora.

More than just a dazzling evening of designer gowns and celebrity sightings, this annual event brings the industry together to spotlight game-changing leaders, celebrate genuine excellence, and throw support behind the next wave of creative talent.

The ceremony is actually the biggest yearly fundraiser for the British Fashion Council (BFC) Foundation.

This essential organisation works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the British fashion industry continues to thrive, focusing on everything from education and grant-giving to business mentorship.

The Fashion Awards shine a light on both amazing fashion contributions and the foundation’s vital work.

Winners

It was a night of recognising true visionaries. Here are some of the key designers and figures who took home the coveted trophies:

Designer of the Year: Jonathan Anderson for both Dior and JW Anderson.

British Women's Wear Designer: Sarah Burton for Givenchy

British Menswear Designer: Grace Wales Bonner for Wales Bonner.

Model of the Year: The stunning Anok Yai.

Outstanding Achievement Award: Brunello Cucinelli.

Special Recognition Award for 100 Years in the UK: Chanel.

Red carpet roundup

The red carpet brought out some truly unforgettable style moments. Here are a few of the best celebrity fashion looks of the night.

Cate Blanchett kept it classic yet sharp in a black and white tuxedo-inspired dress fresh from Givenchy’s Spring 2026 collection. She paired the look flawlessly with her signature tousled blonde bob and simple silver earrings.

Australian actress Cate Blanchett.

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The effortlessly chic actor Colman Domingo rocked a sophisticated black double-breasted jacket from Burberry.

US actor Colman Domingo.

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The night’s Model of the Year winner, Anok Yai, looked ethereal in a pale yellow corseted gown by Dilara Findikoglu.

Model of the year Anok Yai.

Image: Carlos Jasso / AFP

Ashley Graham made a bold statement, commanding attention in a vibrant yellow sequined dress by Feben, accessorising with elegant silver drop earrings.

US model Ashley Graham.

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Former Model of the Year winner Alex Consani wore a striking two-piece set by Alexander McQueen, featuring the brand's iconic skull pattern in black and red.

Iris Law debuted a gorgeous auburn hair transformation and chose a Miu Miu moment, layering a silky black dress over a pale blue bra. Red kitten heels and a faux fur throw completed her youthful, cool look.

British actress and model Iris Law.

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Style icon Alexa Chung floated onto the carpet in a pale yellow puffy dress by Chloe, styled with chunky gold bracelets, drop earrings, and stamped crocodile heels from Christen.

Sienna Miller beautifully debuted her baby bump in a sheer white dress from Givenchy's Spring 2026 line. Dangling earrings and feathery shoes added a delicate finish.

US-British actress Sienna Miller with make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury.

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Rita Ora showcased her famously toned figure in a Tom Ford dress that featured a deep V-neckline and a central slit.

British singer Rita Ora.

Image: Ben Stansall / AFP

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