The 2025 Fashion Awards transformed London's Royal Albert Hall into a glittering spectacle on Monday night, with a host of famous faces from reality television leading the glamour on the event's distinctive blue carpet. Dubbed the UK's answer to the Met Gala, the ceremony was awash with what many dubbed 'reality royalty', showcasing bold and sophisticated style.
Reality TV Royalty Steal the Spotlight
Leading the charge from the world of Love Island was Zara McDermott, who made a stunning entrance in a layered white gown. The one-shouldered dress was intricately detailed with silver beading, and Zara debuted a sleek new brunette hairstyle to complete the look. She was joined by fellow islanders Olivia Atwood, Maura Higgins, and Tasha Ghouri, each bringing their own fashion flair to the prestigious event.
Olivia Atwood opted for a coordinated ensemble featuring a strapless bra top paired with a matching mini skirt and a sophisticated long wool coat. Meanwhile, Tasha Ghouri turned heads in a beautiful burnt orange silk gown, which she accessorised with a striking gold necklace and wore her hair in an elegant updo.
Representing The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE) were Jessica Wright, Lucy Mecklenburgh, and Pete Wicks. Jessica commanded attention in a sophisticated brown metallic dress with a leather-look corset, accessorised with chunky earrings and stiletto heels. Lucy shone in a dazzling pink metallic art deco-inspired dress, while Pete Wicks cut a dapper figure in a double-breasted tuxedo with a satin collar and a silver brooch. Former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison was also among the celebrities posing for photos.
Maura Higgins Makes a Dramatic Entrance
Ensuring all eyes were on her, Maura Higgins made a truly dramatic arrival. Her couture outfit consisted of a daring white bralet paired with a black and white pinstriped skirt, topped off with an enormous and eye-catching headpiece that cemented her status as a fashion risk-taker.
A Storied Event with Global Reach
The evening was hosted by actor Colman Domingo, who paid homage to British fashion by wearing Burberry on the red carpet. First held in 1989, the event was originally known as the British Fashion Awards before rebranding in 2016 to better reflect its international scope. While it has been hosted at venues like the Natural History Museum and the Victoria & Albert Museum, it has found a permanent home at the iconic Royal Albert Hall since 2016.
The awards are a cornerstone of the fashion calendar, honouring both household names and emerging talent from across the global industry. Over the decades, it has welcomed icons from Princess Diana and the Spice Girls to design legends like Vivienne Westwood and Karl Lagerfeld, cementing its place as a must-attend event for the world's most famous faces.
