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07.06.18 Runway To Red Carpet

Zawe Ashton In Emilia Wickstead – Royal Academy Of Arts Summer Exhibition Preview

Zawe Ashton joined a host of British stars on the red carpet for the Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition Preview Party at Burlington House on Wednesday (June 6) in London.

Like Laura Bailey, Zawe’s look hailed from a Pre-Fall 2018 collection, but was full of summery optimism.

Emilia Wickstead created a botanical two piece look with a detachable skirt which reminded me of the singing group Bucks Fizz iconic skirt-ripping performance at the 1981 Eurovision to reveal another dress underneath.

I like the idea of this detachable skirt, mostly because I’m thinking it would be a perfect to use as a cover should it rain.

Emilia Wickstead Judita Floral-Print Cloqué Dress

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on June 7, 2018 In: Emilia Wickstead, Runway To Red Carpet, Zawe Ashton

08.06.17

Royal Academy Summer Exhibition Preview Party

Wednesday (June 7) played host to the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition preview party, a highlight of London’s social calendar which attracted a plethora of style savvy stars.  I was delighted that many summery frock were on display, despite the not-so summer weather.

Zawe Ashton: There was something very 1920s about Zawe’s Roksanda ‘Hillevi’ dress in glorious bubblegum pink satin. Sleek finishing touches were added with a Roksanda ‘Besa’ bag and Roksanda ‘Dana’ shoes.

Florence Welch: Sticking to her signature bohemian style, the singer kept things colourful with a Gucci Fall 2017 ensemble. Black and pink floral prints made way for a ruby red Gucci clutch and cream Gucci boots, both emblazoned with the designer’s definitive animal symbolism.

Katherine Jenkins: The singer chose a monochrome Nedo by Nedret Taciroğlu piece for the occasion. While I liked the lace detailing, the belt seemed ill-fitting to the look.

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Posted by Maria Nichol on June 8, 2017 In: Arizona Muse, Chanel, Ellie Bamber, Emilia Fox, Florence Welch, Gucci, Joely Richardson, Katherine Jenkins, Laura Bailey, Laura Carmichael, Roksanda Ilincic, Sai Bennett, Tamsin Egerton, Temperley London, Vivetta, Zawe Ashton

15.05.17

Zawe Ashton In Stella McCartney – Virgin TV BAFTA Television Awards

I’m a huge fan of Zawe Ashton’s style, but when I saw her at the Virgin TV BAFTA Television Awards yesterday (May 14) in London, my reaction was “not again”.

You see, we’ve seen this Stella McCartney cape gown three times now.

Firstly on Karlie Kloss, and then again two weeks ago Queen Letizia of Spain also wore it in red.

This is such a rare big event in the UK, so I wish Zawe had delivered something more memorable for the right reasons.

I’m all for a colourful shoes, but I find her suede purple option jarring on this occasion.

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on May 15, 2017 In: BAFTA Television Awards, Stella McCartney Collection, Zawe Ashton

31.01.14

Zawe Ashton In Victoria Beckham – South Bank Sky Arts Awards

Zawe Ashton In Victoria Beckham - South Bank Sky Arts Awards

Zawe Ashton attended the South Bank Sky Arts Awards held at the Dorchester Hotel in London on Monday (January 27), where she joined Sophie McShera on the red carpet.

The sleek and streamlined silhouette of this body-con dress is unmistakably Victoria Beckham.

With black mesh panels at the shoulders and the back updating this clean and smart staple with sheer allure, she opted to keep the look simple, styling her frock with black pumps and a black patent leather clutch for an ultra-chic look.

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You can buy Zawe’s Victoria Beckham High-Neck Fitted Dress from Marissa Collections.

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Posted by Catherine Kallon on January 31, 2014 In: Victoria Beckham Collection, Zawe Ashton

09.12.13

Zawe Ashton In Sarah Baadarani – British Independent Film Awards 2013

Zawe Ashton In Sarah Baadarani - British Independent Film Awards 2013Zawe Ashton was also among the guest list at the British Independent Film Awards 2013, hosted at Old Billingsgate Market in London on Sunday night.

The British star covered up in a long-sleeve Sarah Baadarani crew-neck column gown in a soft, dove-grey shade.

There was hardly the hint of an accessory or jewel to be found here, which mirrored the simple style of the dress. Zawe also kept her swept-back hair and bronzed makeup on the casual side.

With such a minimalistic approach, the details must be spot-on. So, the slight wrinkles permeating the gown were more noticeable than I’d like. I was also wishing for some sort of statement sparkle to define the look.

Lovely or just too lacklustre?

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Posted by Rachel Watkins on December 9, 2013 In: British Independent Film Awards, Zawe Ashton

12.02.13

Zawe Ashton In Julien Macdonald – 2013 Elle Style Awards

Zawe Ashton In Julien Macdonald - 2013 Elle Style AwardsAfter her fierce foray onto the red carpet of Sunday’s 2013 BAFTA Awards, Zawe Ashton maintained her sartorial shock factor at the 2013 Elle Style Awards the following evening.

The British actress was a silver bullet at London’s Savoy Hotel, as she donned her second Julien Macdonald look in as many days.

Compacted with rows and rows of silver, mirror-like studs, this geometric, plunge gown had quite the reflective properties—and some sort of glam sci-fi vibe that I’m still trying to figure out.

She paired the look with jewellery from H. Stern and Annoushka, a silver Jimmy Choo ‘Ciggy’clutch and Christian Louboutin heels.

With such a strong fashion statement, I would have liked her beauty to be softer. Her hair was just too severe and the makeup far too much.

Equal parts provocative and rebel-chic, Zawe had no problem grabbing stares from the stylish Elle guest list.

Did you think this look was out-of-this-world or just way too over-the-top?

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Posted by Rachel Watkins on February 12, 2013 In: Elle Style Awards, Julien Macdonald, Zawe Ashton