The Best Looks At The 2021 BRIT Awards Are Saving Red Carpet Season
There were sparkles, feathers, and really good tailoring.
With award show season winding down, the 2021 BRIT Awards gave the music industry's finest an opportunity to pull out all the stops on the red carpet. Understanding the assignment completely, stars like Taylor Swift and Celeste arrived at London's O2 Arena in ensembles featuring lots of feathers and eye-catching embellishments. Meanwhile, Harry Styles and singing trio Haim took the well-tailored route, opting for sharp suiting separates with absolute precision. Regardless of their own personal style for the occasion, each attendee showed up in full-fledged looks that proved that genuine efforts were made. Continue ahead to see the best of the best and the statement-making outfits they had on offer.
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What: Gucci
Why: The former boy-bander arrived fully decked out in a well-tailored double-breasted suit from Gucci with its archival bamboo bag in hand. Staying true to his own aesthetic, he opted for a slightly unbuttoned dress shirt underneath in a complimentary shade and gum-sole sneakers to give the checked suit a more laidback feel.
What: The Row
Why: As an alternative to the free-flowing gowns you may be used to, the singing trio went for sharp, menswear-inspired tailoring instead. In very different yet also complimentary looks, the band showed off their cool-girl style in a way that felt refreshing on the red carpet. It's worth mentioning that the pleated trouser and oversized work shirt combo is the unofficial uniform of the summer.
What: Ashley Williams
Why: The always-stylish singer fully took a more fun approach, with a playful but fabulous feathered ensemble from the Fall/Winter 2020 runway that's outlined with embellished trimmings for a refined feel. Styling it with denier tights and a wispy, embellished headpiece gave the overall look an Old Hollywood appeal.
What: Vivienne Westwood Couture
Why: In true Dua Lipa fashion, the singer wore a camp-inspired corseted look on the red carpet from Vivienne Westwood couture that was channeling Marie Antoinette in the modern day. Between the stocking garters, platform lace-up booties, and rounded bouffant hairdo to match, Lipa's look was right on the nose.
What: Gucci
Why: The Years & Years lead singer embraced the feathered trend in a more subdued way with a star-emblazoned suit from Italian luxury house Gucci. Reminiscent of style icon Elton John's statement-making looks, the singer sported a leather harness and mixed-metal rings to bring a certain level of edge.
What: Area
Why: Dripping in the brand's signature bejewelled embellishments, the TV and radio presenter wore a tailored ensemble that was detailed with rows of sparkling adornments and point-toe pumps to streamline the look. Equal parts sultry and on-trend, the midriff-baring outfit was made complete with a silver choke to accentuate the V-neck.
What: Balmain
Why: The singer stunned on the red carpet in a tiered, ruffled ensemble from Balmain's Spring/Summer 2019 couture collection. Leaning into the ethereal look, Sawayama wore her hair slicked completely to the back with ornate accessories that complimented the dramatic look without overpowering it.
What: David Koma, Vivienne Westwood, and Maison Margiela
Why: The gorgeous girl group colour-coordinated perfectly in dresses that beautifully celebrated their individual style in way that still felt cohesive. Each wearing intricately detailed yet pared-back gowns, the stars channeled very different looks, but were all equally chic.
What: Miu Miu
Why: Keeping in line with the unofficial colour theme of the evening, the award-winning singer looked radiant in a two-piece silver outfit trimmed with intricate embellishments throughout. The elevated bra top paired with the column maxi skirt streamlined her silhouette in a way that was regal, yet minimal.