The British Fashion Council (BFC) is delighted to announce the winners of The Fashion Awards 2018 in partnership with Swarovski which recognizes creativity and innovation in fashion. The Royal Albert Hall welcomed a global mix of 4,000 guests, including key players from the fashion industry as well as members of the public and fashion students to celebrate exceptional individuals whose imagination and creativity have broken new ground in fashion over the past 12 months; as well as brands and businesses that have transformed the possibilities of fashion today.
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Chloe Lloyd arrives at The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images for BFC)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Rachel Yeoh arrives at The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images for BFC)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Michelle Yeoh arrives at The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images for BFC)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Nora Attal arrives at The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images for BFC)
The evening celebrated fifteen awards, ten of which were voted for by a global panel of 2,000 key industry opinion formers and five Special Recognition Awards. Each winner was given a unique Swarovski crystal trophy, designed by Ghanaian-British architect Sir David Adjaye OBE.
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Pier Paolo Piccioli for Valentino winner of Designer of the Year on stage during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/BFC/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Marco Bizzarri (C) and guests during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Tristan Fewings/BFC/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Alessandro Michele for Gucci winner of Brand of the Year and Lana Del Rey during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: (L-R) Marcus Piggott and Mert Alas of the brand Mert and Marcus win of the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator presented by Penelope Cruz and Kate Moss during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/BFC/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Alek Wek on stage during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Tristan Fewings/BFC/Getty Images)
This year marks the first time The Fashion Awards 2018 in partnership with Swarovski celebrated the young global creative community with NEW WAVE: Creatives, recognizing 100 of the most innovative and inspiring young creative talent from around the world. The shortlist highlights London’s position as an international epicenter and pays homage to the incredible success of both home-grown and international talent; while celebrating all those who play a vital role in the industry’s cultural and creative reputation.
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Mert Alas and Marcus Piggot winner of the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creato with Penelope Cruz and Kate Moss (middle) in the winners room during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/BFC/Mike Marsland/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Kaia Gerber winner of Model of the Year in the winners room during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/BFC/Mike Marsland/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Steve McQueen in the winners room during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/BFC/Mike Marsland/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Alessandro Michele for Gucci winner of Brand of the Year in the winners room during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/BFC/Mike Marsland/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 10: Model Winnie Harlow poses in the winners room during The Fashion Awards 2018 In Partnership With Swarovski at Royal Albert Hall on December 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/BFC/Mike Marsland/Getty Images)