The glitz and glamour of the 2025 Fashion Awards took an awkward turn for presenter Cat Deeley, who found herself unexpectedly barred from the exclusive after-party following the main ceremony. The incident occurred on Monday, December 1, after a night of celebration at London's Royal Albert Hall.
A Night of Elegance Ends in Frustration
While the ceremony itself, hosted by Colman Domingo, celebrated the luminaries of the global fashion industry and raised funds for the British Fashion Council Foundation, the after-party scene revealed a more chaotic side. Despite looking stunning in a velvet red dress, Cat Deeley was photographed in a heated discussion with event officials. The cause of the blockage was reportedly a technical failure: her ticket would not scan, preventing her from joining fellow celebrities inside the coveted event.
The This Morning star wasn't the only one facing a less-than-graceful end to the evening. The night saw a parade of famous faces leaving the festivities in various states of exhaustion, providing a candid glimpse behind the polished facade of the fashion world's biggest night.
From Red Carpet to Taxi Ranks: Celebrities Wind Down
A series of paparazzi snaps captured the aftermath of the lavish party as stars headed home. Olivia Attwood, the former Love Island contestant, was seen taking selfies in the back of a taxi, while Love Island presenter Maya Jama appeared to struggle in her gown, photographed with her eyes closed.
Other notable departures included:
- Gwendoline Christie: The Game of Thrones star sported a dramatic, oversized backcombed hairstyle but looked ready for bed as she left.
- Stella Maxwell: The model and former Victoria's Secret angel was snapped with her eyes nearly closed, seemingly 'partied out'.
- Wallis Day: The actress and model also struggled to keep her eyes open on her journey home.
- Kristen McMenamy: The American model was barely able to keep her eyes open as she jumped into a waiting taxi.
Not everyone was flagging, however. Vick Hope, the Radio 1 presenter, beamed with joy as she departed, looking incredible in a black gown just months after welcoming her first child. Similarly, Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden maintained her stylish composure from arrival to departure.
The Glamour and The Reality
The evening underscored the dual nature of such high-profile events. While the official ceremony at the Royal Albert Hall was a masterclass in elegance, honouring creative talent and supporting future designers, the post-show scenes offered a more human, unfiltered perspective. From ticket malfunctions to weary celebrities, the night proved that even in the world of high fashion, not everything goes according to plan. The incident with Cat Deeley served as a stark reminder that a coveted invitation is no guarantee of entry once the after-party doors swing shut.
