Simone Ashley cheekily declared that she “might as well be naked” as she walked the red carpet of the British Fashion Awards at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Monday.
The 28-year-old Bridgerton actress looked sensational in a microscopic white Valentino mini dress that left little to the imagination.
Her dress featured floral embroidery with a daring plunging neckline and dramatic side slits at her taut, cinched waist.
She told British Vogue that the outfit was her favorite red carpet look ever, before giggling: “I might as well be naked.”
Simone, who accessorized with glamorous VRAI jewelry, also revealed how a hot toddy helped her beat the cold and said her long, glossy locks were inspired by supermodel Naomi Campbell.
Simone Ashley, 28, cheekily declared that she “might as well be naked” as she walked the red carpet of the British Fashion Awards at London’s Royal Albert Hall on Monday
The Bridgerton actress looked sensational in a microscopic white Valentino mini dress that left little to the imagination
She told the publication: “I love it when skin is as much an accessory as anything else.”
Before she concluded, her stylist Rebecca Corbin-Murray, who also counts Lily James and Florence Pugh among her clients, had opened her eyes to what fashion could be.
Celebrities like Kate Moss, Amal Clooney and Gwyneth Paltrow walked the red carpet at the 2023 British Fashion Awards.
The event, presented by jewelry brand Pandora, returned to London’s iconic venue, the Royal Albert Hall, on Monday evening.
The evening, hosted by British broadcaster Maya Jama and music artist Kojey Radical, celebrated 16 awards. TFA nominations and winners are chosen by an international jury of over 1,000 industry experts.
The event serves as the primary fundraising event for the BFC Foundation. The company supports the future growth and success of the UK fashion industry through its focus on education, funding and business mentoring.
For the first time since the pandemic, the BFC also presented some gender-specific design awards, dividing the best British designers into men’s and women’s clothing categories.
Her dress featured floral embroidery with a daring plunging neckline and dramatic side slits at her taut, cinched waist
Simone said the outfit was her favorite red carpet look of all time, before giggling: “I might as well be naked.”
Simone, who accessorized with glamorous VRAI jewelry, also revealed how a hot toddy helped her beat the cold and said her long, glossy locks were inspired by supermodel Naomi Campbell
The eye-catcher caused a stir on the star-studded red carpet
Industry leaders were recognized, including Valentino Garavani with the Outstanding Achievement Award, makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury with the Special Recognition Award and the late Joe Casely-Hayford with a posthumous Special Recognition Award.
Sam Smith picked up the Cultural Innovator trophy as they were honored for viral fashion moments, such as their unforgettable latex appearance at the 2023 Brit Awards.
Speaking about Sam’s award, Caroline Rush, chief executive of the British Fashion Council, said Sam is “a true cultural innovator who has fearlessly pushed the boundaries of both fashion and entertainment.”
“Smith’s uncompromising and groundbreaking style choices have dominated the industry in 2023 and we are incredibly grateful for her continued support of British designers.”
Simone (L) arrived with her friend Rosie Huntington-Whiteley (R).
She arrived with a chic cape before taking it off to show off the dress in all its glory
The awards ceremony kicked off in style as global superstar Usher welcomed the audience of leading designers, artists, creatives and tastemakers to an evening celebrating the global fashion community and asked: “How does fashion make you feel?”
The evening began with METTE’s Pandora performance, followed by a performance from Cultural Innovator Award winner Sam Smith and ended with a DJ set from Skepta at the afterparty.
The British fashion industry paid tribute to Dame Vivienne Westwood and her fearless approach to design and activism, and honored Joe Casely-Hayford with a posthumous Special Recognition Award for his incredible contributions to fashion and culture.
Each winner received a unique trophy designed by stylist, art director and 2022 NEW WAVE: Creative in collaboration with the British glass production company.
BRITISH FASHION AWARDS 2023 – THE WINNERS
New Establishment Womenswear Award: Emma Chopova and Laura Lowena
Presented by: Simone Ashley
Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Designer: Campbell Addy
Presented by: Ib Kamara
Model of the Year Award: Paloma Elsesser
Presented by: Damson Idris
Cultural Innovator Award: Sam Smith
Presented by: Lena Dunham
Special Recognition Award: Charlie Casely Hayford on behalf of the late Joe Casely-Hayford
Presented by: Paapa Essiedu
Special Recognition Award: Sarah Mower
Presented by: Gwendoline Christie
Trailblazer Award: Edward Enninful
Presented by Jodie Comer & Stormzy
Designer of the Year Award: Jonathan Anderson for JW Anderson
Presented by Josh O. Connor
Special Recognition Award: Charlotte Tilbury
Presented by: Amal Clooney
BFC Foundation Prize: Conner Ives
Presented by: Dan Levy
Special Recognition Award: Sarah Burton
Presented by: Edward Enninful
New Establishment Menswear Award: Bianca Saunders
Presented by: Precious Lee
British Menswear Designer Award: Martine Rose
Presented by Little Simz
British Womenswear Designer Award: Maximilian Davis for Ferragamo
Presented by: ChiomaNnadi
Pandora Leader of Change Award: Michaela Coel
Presented by Global Ambassador: Pamela Anderson
Award for Outstanding Achievement: Giancarlo Giammetti on behalf of Valentino
Presented by: Gwyneth Paltrow