The festive season kicked off in high style on Thursday night as a host of celebrities descended upon London's upscale Mr Porter restaurant for the annual PrettyLittleThing Christmas Party. Leading the glamorous arrivals were model Anais Gallagher and Made In Chelsea star Rosie Fortescue, who set the tone for a night of bold fashion and sparkling conversation.
Star-Studded Arrivals and Show-Stopping Fashion
Anais Gallagher, the 25-year-old daughter of Oasis legend Noel Gallagher, made a striking entrance in a classic yet chic black dress. The figure-hugging gown featured a Bardot neckline and was perfectly complemented by black heels and a fashion scarf draped elegantly down her back. Her signature strawberry blonde hair was styled in soft curls for the occasion.
Not to be outdone, Rosie Fortescue, 35, turned heads in a daring purple corset top adorned with strategic cut-outs. The jewellery designer paired the statement piece with sleek black suit trousers and heels, adding a pop of colour with perfectly matching red manicured nails and a delicate pendant necklace.
Controversy Follows Gallagher's Candid Comments
The party atmosphere came after Anais Gallagher found herself at the centre of online debate following a recent interview. On the YouTube series Backseat Driver, the model, often labelled a 'nepo baby', openly expressed gratitude for her privileged position in the influencer world.
"I feel an incredible amount of gratitude that I get to be paid to do basically nothing but have a great time with my friends and experience things," she told hosts Ally & G. Gallagher addressed criticism about her lifestyle, stating, "Sometimes when people say, 'This is not very relatable,' or 'your privilege is showing,' it's just me existing. There's not really much I can do." These remarks sparked significant discussion among viewers about wealth, influence, and relatability in the digital age.
A Constellation of Reality TV Stars
The exclusive event was a veritable who's who of British reality television and modelling. Made In Chelsea co-stars formed a significant contingent, each bringing their unique style to the festivities.
Olivia Bentley, 30, opted for a leggy display in micro shorts and tights, paired with a long corset-style black top cinched with a belt. Yasmine Zweegers, 26, and Emily Blackwell, 29, both chose a festive sparkly black mini dress with a ruffle skirt, though Emily accessorised with standout gold chunky hoops. Oliver Proudlock, 37, looked dapper in an all-black ensemble featuring a leather jacket and suit trousers, topped with a baker boy hat.
They were joined by former co-star Nicola Hughes, 35, in an all-brown suede look, and Love Island alumna Samie Elishi, 25, who also wore the sparkly mini dress but went bare-legged with her hair in an updo.
The guest list extended beyond the Chelsea set. Model Hana Cross, 26, famously linked to Brooklyn Beckham, showcased her figure in a stunning cream strapless sequin gown. Meanwhile, Yasmin Amelia, the 21-year-old lingerie model girlfriend of Strictly's George Clark, captivated in a floor-length halter neck cream diamanté dress.
The PrettyLittleThing Christmas Party proved to be the premier London launchpad for the holiday social season, blending high fashion, celebrity power, and the kind of candid commentary that continues to fuel public discourse around fame and fortune in modern Britain.
