Lily Allen brought festive glamour to London's iconic Stringfellows club on Saturday, hosting a dazzling Christmas party that defied the winter chill. The 40-year-old singer made a sensational entrance in a head-turning, Santa Claus-inspired ensemble, ensuring all eyes were on her.
A Night of Daring Fashion and Star-Studded Guests
Allen commanded attention in a red velvet minidress with a white fur trim, which she paired with a matching long coat. She accentuated her look with white stockings, a ruffled garter belt, and sky-high platform heels. The singer was in high spirits, mingling freely and dancing with a host of famous friends.
The guest list was a who's who of young pop talent. Three-time Grammy winner Olivia Rodrigo, 22, showcased her figure in a form-fitting black lace minidress. Fellow pop stars Lola Young and Ella Eyre also opted for bold, risqué outfits, with Young in a plunging leather top and matching hotpants, and Eyre dazzling in a sheer red dress.
Cosy Moments with Jonah Freud and a Musical Performance
The party took a notably cosy turn as Allen was accompanied by writer Jonah Freud, son of PR executive Matthew Freud. The pair, who were spotted on a dinner date just a month prior, presented an intimate display. Photographs captured Jonah with his hand resting on Lily's thigh as they sat together on a velvet sofa with Jordan Hewson, daughter of U2's Bono.
Allen fully embraced her role as hostess, taking to the microphone to perform for her guests. The celebrations were further amplified by a surprise serenade from the London Gay Men's Chorus, which sent Lily cheering with delight on the dancefloor.
New Connections Amid Personal Turmoil
This festive gathering highlights Allen's increasing integration into the influential Freud media dynasty following her split from actor David Harbour in 2023. The singer, who married the Stranger Things star in 2020, has been spending significant time with the Freud family, also attending a Christmas event with Jonah's half-sister, Charlotte Freud, earlier in the week.
The collapse of her four-year marriage forms the emotional core of her latest album, West End Girl. A particularly blistering track, 'Madeline', is devoted to a woman Allen believed Harbour was involved with during their marriage. While Allen initially stated 'Madeline' was a fictional character, it was subsequently revealed by the Mail on Sunday to be costume designer Natalie Tippett.
Tippett, 34, has publicly denied claims of a long-term affair, stating she felt "extremely violated" by her portrayal in the song. She asserted, "I did not have a three year affair with anyone," and questioned the narrative created around her. It is understood Harbour and Tippett met while filming in New Orleans in 2021.
Since the split, Allen has moved back to London, fulfilling a lifelong dream by purchasing an ex-council flat in a building near where she grew up. Her Stringfellows bash, filled with music, famous faces, and a hint of new romance, signals a vibrant new chapter for the pop star.
