Rita Ora delivered a breathtaking spectacle on the celebrity-filled blue carpet at Monday night's prestigious Fashion Awards, held at London's Royal Albert Hall. Ensuring all eyes were on her, the chart-topping singer chose a daring, skin-tight silver gown that featured a plunging neckline, perfectly showcasing her toned physique.
A Night of Glamour and Heritage
The annual ceremony, considered one of the most significant events in the global fashion calendar, saw a host of stylish stars in attendance. This year's event was hosted by actor Colman Domingo, who paid tribute to British fashion by wearing Burberry. The awards, which began in 1989 as the British Fashion Awards, changed their name in 2016 to better acknowledge international talent.
The event has a storied history at iconic London venues, having been held at the Natural History Museum four times and the Victoria & Albert Museum on three occasions. It returned to its original home, the Royal Albert Hall, in 2016 and has remained there since, consistently attracting the industry's biggest names.
Ora's Edgy Ensemble and Beauty Look
Rita Ora, a regular at the Fashion Awards, paired her ultra-modern metallic dress with a sleek, slicked-back hairstyle. Her makeup, created by Charlotte Tilbury, was edgy and dramatic, perfectly complementing the look as she posed confidently for photographers.
The singer was photographed mingling with other guests including editor Edward Enninful and businessman Evgeny Lebedev, embodying the high-fashion spirit of the night. The awards are renowned for celebrating both established household names and emerging designers from across the world.
The Singer's Spiritual Revelations
In a fascinating twist, the glamorous appearance followed a recent interview where Rita Ora made some surprising personal revelations. Speaking on the 'Happy Hour Overheard' podcast last Thursday, the hitmaker suggested she might possess a 'witch' gene.
"My grandma was for sure a witch," Ora stated, adding, "my mum, not quite sure if she has that gene, but I think for sure I have the gene." She described her wedding as 'spiritual' and shared her passion for yoga and astrology readings.
The 'Let You Love Me' singer has a dedicated routine to stay centred, which includes weekly tarot card readings. "Ultimately, as long as something gives you hope it's all you want," she explained. Ora professed a "100 per cent" belief in astrology, even suggesting it could be considered a religion, and values the feeling of being guided by spirits.
Her backstage ritual is notably calm, focusing on stretching, listening to soothing music, and steaming her throat rather than typical rock-and-roll antics. She has also previously credited a fortune teller with life-changing advice, further emphasising her spiritual leanings amidst the glitz of her celebrity life.
