British Fashion Awards: Rita Ora leads the stars in homegrown designs by stepping in an aquamarine gown by Vivienne Westwood
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It's a night that celebrates the best of British fashion so it's no surprise to see so many homegrown labels on the red carpet.
Rita Ora stepped out in an aquamarine gown by Vivienne Westwood as she arrived at the British Fashion Awards held at The Savoy, and the corseted dress showed off her shape to perfection.
The 22-year-old singer teamed the fishtail dress with a intricate silver choker, smokey eyes and nude peach lips.
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Little Mermaid: Rita Ora wore an aquamarine Vivienne Westwood corset fishtail gown at the BFC Fashion Awards at the Savoy
Model of the Year winner Cara Delevigne took to the carpet in a fierce metallic mini-dress by Burberry which she teamed with a pair of silver peep-toe wedges for a futuristic look.
The Burberry star was delighted with the gong but kept her acceptance speech brief.
She said: 'A wise man once told me that a good acceptance speech should be under 60 seconds do I'll keep this short.'
Busting out: The singer wore the corseted dress with a delicate diamond choker
Shining style star: Model of the Year Cara Delevigne wore a tiny metallic green Burberry minidress and a pair of silver peep toe heels
Tassel-tastic: Salma Hayek showed off her Stella McCartney ensemble, which boasted long tassels, which gave the dress a fluid quality
Shaking her thing: The 46-year-old actress had fun with her outfit shaking her body to show off the tassel detail
There was certainly no shortage of Stella McCartney gowns on show with Victoria Pendleton, Salma Hayek and Gemma Arterton modelling different designs.
Stella, who created the looks for the Olympians for London 2012, scooped the Designer of The Year gong and told guests that 2012 had been one of the most 'incredible years' of her life.
The mother-of-four wore a strapless dress as she arrived on the arm of her husband Alasdhair Willis.
Style icon: Alexa Chung scooped a gong for the British Style Award which was voted for by the public
Top tailoring: Gemma Arteton opted for a stunning Stella suit while Victoria Pendleon went a black and navy dress by the same designer
Sticking to a simple LBD: Kelly Brook opted for a plunging black dress which she paired with a pair of pointed heels
Salma Hayak, who presented an award to the designer, was eager to show off the tassel detail on her Stella LBD and was seen sashaying her hips back and forth to show off the dress to photographers.
Host Gemma looked sensational in her suit by the same designer. The plunging waistcoat top, nipped her in at the waist but fell across the curves of her hips and the tight trousers showed off her slim legs.
Cyclist Victoria Pendleton opted for a skater style black and navy dress with long sleeves and a high neck.
'I'm wearing a tent': Heavily pregnant Lily Cooper joked to reporters on the red carpet about the size of her bump
Ready to pop: Lily is expecting her second child soon. The singer gave birth to her first child a year ago
Floral fancy: Princess Beatrice was seen wearing an pretty Erdem dress
Heavily pregnant Lily Cooper covered her bump in a flowing midnight blue gown showing just how to dress her mother-to-be frame.
The singer is set to welcome her second child very soon, she gave birth to her first just over a year ago.
The ceremony was given a royal seal of approval by Princess Beatrice, who arrived sporting off a floral look by Erdem, who went on to scoop the New Establishment award.
Sleek in satin: Pixie Geldof showed off her new hairstyle in a fire engine red dress by Jonathan Saunders while Dita Von Teese stuck to her signature black with a plunging neckline
Black and blue: Livia Firth opted for a plain cobalt blue maxi dress while Lilly Collins wore Mulberry
Pixie Geldof showed off her new hairstyle in a fire engine red Jonathan Saunders dress with midnight blue satin heels, while Dita Von Teese stuck to her signature black with a plunging neckline.
Meanwhile, former S Club 7 singer Rachel Stevens wore a nude Halston Heritage creation and Stephen Webster heels.
Rita Ora decided one outfit wasn't enough for the evening and was later seen wearing a pair of loose fitting Stella cream trousers and a knit for a sport luxe look.
Bold and bright: Ronnie Wood opted for a vibrant bottle green Jonathan Saunders suit while his fiancee Sally Humphreys wore a red and blue floral number
Playing it safe: Tallulah Harlech and Rachel Stevens opted for nude dresses while Alice Dellal opted for a LBD
Fresh from their comeback at the O2 on Sunday night, Rolling Stones rocker Ronnie Wood wore an eye-catching green Jonathan Saunders suit as he arrived with fiancee Sally Humphreys.
Alexa Chung showed off her thin shape in a black dress with crocheted detail proved popular with the public after being voted to pick up the British Style award.
Harold Tillman, chairman of the British Fashion Council won the Special Recognition award and said it has been an 'exceptional year' for British Fashion.
Because one outfit is just not enough: Rita changed into a pair of loose cream Stella trousers and a knitted top which she paired with hologram accessories
Here come the girls: Amber Valaetta posed up with Designer of The Year Stella McCartney and Salma who presented he with the award
Smart: Stella wore a strapless jumpsuit as she arrived with her dapper husband Alasdhair Willis
Friends in high places: Samantha Cameron with Erdem Moralioglu (left) and Lily Collins made her red carpet debut with new boyfriend Jamie Campbell Bower
He said: 'The British Fashion Awards are a significant event which represent the culmination of extraordinary talent, creativity and innovation across the whole industry.
'The ceremony provides the perfect conclusion to what has been an exceptional year for British fashion and we're very proud to celebrate the achievements of all the nominees here this evening.'
Speaking about his award, he said: 'The last five years have been extraordinary and seeing the BFC and the fashion industry go from strength to strength is a reward in itself so it is completely unexpected to be given this award.
'My term as chair ends in just a few weeks time and I am so grateful to all those at the BFC and our designers who have inspired and supported me in equal measure. It has been an honour to serve this great industry for so long - thank you all.'
Fabulous friends: Pixie, Rita and Cara cuddles up to Radio 1 breakfast host Nick Grimshaw
What a dress: Delilah was seen wearing a dramatic dress with Julien MacDonald helping her
Volume: Model Jade Parfitt (left) and socialite Heather Kerzner wore striking gowns
Helping hand: Sadie Frost leaving the ceremony with her business partner Jemima French
The lady is a vamp: Dita Von Teese looked striking as always
What a line-up: Winners posed up together including Alexa Cheung, Cara Delevingne and Sophie Hulme
Double whammy: Stella poses with her two awards for Designer Of The Year and Designer Brand
British Fashion Awards 2012 winners
Designer of the Year- Stella McCartney
Designer Brand - Stella McCartney
Special Recognition - Harold Tillman
Outstanding Achievement in Fashion - Manolo Blahnik
Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator - Professor Louise Wilson
Accessory Designer - Nicholas Kirkwood
New Establishment - Erdem
Menswear Designer - Kim Jones
Emerging Talent Award - RTW - J.W.Anderson
Emerging Talent Menswear - Jonathan Saunders
Emerging Talent Award Accessories - Sophie Hulme
Model - Cara Delevigne
Red Carpet Award - Roksanda Ilincic
British Style Award - Alexa Chung
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