Best dressed guests at The Fashion Awards 2024: Rihanna, Maya Jama, Rita Ora and more

Rihanna thrilled crowds with her surprise appearance at the awards, sporting an aqua blue fluffy coat layered over a black bustier mini dress with an azure-toned furry hat to match. The look was an archival Christian Lacroix offering, topped off with jewels by David Morris and black evening gloves courtesy of Paula Rowan which made an additional statement. 

Fashion Awards host Maya Jama looked resplendent in a shimmering gold-olive silk gown by Connor Ives, complete with floral detailing and a figure-caressing fit. Jewels by Messika completed the fairytale look.

Alexa Chung served up flapper girl magic in Miu Miu, donning a sheer black beaded slip dress layered under an XL chocolate brown fur coat. Jewels by Boucheron also featured. 

Nicola Coughlan stole the show in a custom black ballgown by Gaurav Gupta, complete with extravagant yet beautiful baby blue side accents in a lustrous silk texture. 

The Little Mermaid star Halle Bailey was one of the first to grace the scene, sporting a custom KNWLS gown in white, complete with a strapless design and a large pearl paillettes-pearl structure. Shipwrecked chic. 

Newlywed Amy Jackson kept it classic in a black, figure-skilling gown with a feline halterneck silhouette and black leather evening gloves.

Model Lila Moss channelled 90s cool girl in a beautifully adorned corset with a black lace trim and matching low-rise trousers hailing from Alexander McQueen's SS03 collection. 

American designer Harris Reed arrived looking sharp in a contemporary black suit featuring high waisted trousers and an exaggerated bow tie. Note, the platform boots. 

Simone Ashley debuted a stunning hair transformation as she hit the red carpet in a blossom pink gown by Prada, showcasing a strapless cut and a billowing train that contrasted the mini silhouette of her dress.

Model and social media muse Mia Regan entered stage right in a monochrome gown with a black cut-out top and a white A-line skirt by Emilia Wickstead. She polished off the look with Deichmann's 'Catwalk Black Slingback Heels.'

Actress Laura Haddock attended The Fashion Awards 2024 in a sleek black strapless gown with a nude silk sash and matching point-toe heels by Russell & Bromley. A gothic netted veil and jewels by Garrard  added a dramatic edge to her timeless attire.

Tennis star Venus Williams made a case for power dressing in a longline black coat by Thom Browne layered over a cropped leg jumpsuit in the same winter hue.

Model Toni Garrn made a case for festive red in a sleeveless mini dress with caped detailing. 

Star Wars actress Daisy Ridley championed preppy-chic in a colour contrast co-ord featuring a crimson silk cami top and a grey, belted pleated skirt with crystal embellishment. Garrard jewellery added an extra dose of dazzle.

AJ Odudu served up disco mania, sporting a lipstick red co-ord from M&S complete with low-rise trousers and a partially unbuttoned cropped jacket.

Ellie Goulding braced the British winter in a stunningly sprawling puffer jacket from the Moncler Genius AW24 collection, cut from a cream hue, which featured an off-the-shoulder silhouette, a belted waist and XL sleeves. The singer glimmered in TASAKI sculptural pearl jewellery.

Rita Ora debuted a striking new beauty transformation on the red carpet, styling out a blonde pixie cut that was elevated by a grey suit from Primark in contrasting shades and chunky silver jewellery.

Lady Kitty Spencer looked royally regal in a cracked gold strapless gown with a black velvet sash featuring floral detailing. The dress was a Harrods Exclusive SS25 Mary Katrantzou piece - perfect for partying the night away.  De Beers jewels injected the socialite's aesthetic with some high octane glam.

Lady Amelia and Eliza Spencer paid homage to their aunt Princess Diana and her iconic 'revenge dress', both opting for off-the-shoulder gowns in a midnight black colourway.

Host Kojey Radical went hell for leather in a tan-toned coat by ETRO complete with statement floral detailing, layered over a bronzed brocade suit.

Pixie Geldof kept it clean and classy in a simple yet sophisticated black dress with low-cut side panels. 

Caroline Polachek captivated in an SS25 McQueen gown designed with a black lace bodice, a dropped waistline and a flowing train.

Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio dazzled in a crystal-dotted gown by Self-Portrait, complete with cut-out detailing, a one-shoulder shape and a white lace trim.

Ambika Mod was a floral vision as she graced the celebrity-studded scene in a flowing gown with a structured hooped hemline. 

Pixie Lott glimmered in Simkhai's 'Claudia' dress during the evening, featuring a cream colourway dotted with glistening embellishments. She topped off her attire with a bag by Lulu Guiness.

Gemma Chan mesmerised in a long-sleeve white gown by Self-Portrait x Christopher Kane, which offered a textural feast. Ruffles, crystals and a bow-shaped bodice made for a statement look. A pair of Jimmy Choos completed the snow-hued ensemble.

Model Leomie Anderson went all out on the fashion front, dazzling in a sculptural yet airy look by Iris Van Herpen crafted from featherlight white tulle structures. 

Model Lara Stone paid homage to the Noughties with a lilac bandage dress featuring a halterneck silhouette and vertical ruffle panels. 

Saltburn actor Archie Madekwe modernised red carpet-ready menswear by slipping in a leather biker jacket, teamed with a tie and suit trousers.

Tennis champ Maria Sharapova sported a Dior-inspired skirt set by Moncler x Jil Sander, boasting a rich hue hue with a collarless jacket and co-ordinating midi skirt. Jewels by Nada Ghazal and Sauvereign’s 'Marlene Mesh 95' with the brand's 'Pure 3 Legacy 24k Gold Gem' added a layer of decadence to her attire.

Joan Smalls looked elegant as always in a one-shoulder dress by Self Portrait with black netting and crystal detailing, side cut-outs and a thigh-high split. A pair of Jimmy Choos took her outfit to new heights - literally.

Model of The Year nominee Alex Consani looked on point in a cargo-stye nude mini dress featuring a draped Union Jack across the front in military tones. Her cool-girl look was crafted by Fashion Awards nominee Dilara Findikoglu.

It-Brit Ellie Bamber looked decadent in a citrus-inspired lime gown featuring a lustrous shimmer, a raised neckline and a perfectly structured cut. 

Sabrina Elba gave the classic LBD an elegant twist as she stepped out in a strapless midi dress cut from semi-sheer tulle with dynamic vertical wave detailing.  She wore Tiffany & Co.'s 'Knot' earrings, ring and the 'Lock' bangle in white gold. 

Gossip Girl matriarch Kelly Rutherford charmed in an off-white midi dress from Roksanda's SS25 collection with a sleeveless design and an asymetrically-flowing caped finish.

Gucci muse Jodie Turner-Smith opted for a floor-skimming embellished slip dress in cream layered under a subtly patchworked brown fur coat - both courtesy of Burberry.

H! Fashion cover girl and model Hana Cross had a monochrome moment in a black-white dress by David Koma with bow detailing and an asymmetrical neckline. Messika jewellery and Kurt Geiger shoes also featured.

Nara Smith shimmered in a sequin gown complete with a silver bodice and a flowing nude skirt that romantically fell in gentle pleats. 

Fashion designer and sustainability pioneer Stella McCartney opted for a sophisticated crimson dress with flutter sleeves and silk construction. 

Emma Weymouth channelled high octane glamour in a shimmering diamanté set with ivory feather accents by David Koma.

Style muse Leonie Hanne oozed 1930s glamour in a silver longline slip dress layered under a striking feathered coat in a timeless cream tone - both by  LAPOINTE.  Pieces by De Beers made for a fabulous frosting of jewels.

Jourdan Dunn channelled safari-chic in a leopard print short-sleeve jacket with a cinched waistline plus a matching pair of shorts and baseball cap. A pair of black evening gloves, some Jimmy Choo pumps and jewels by Bucherer elevated the Dior AW24 look to print perfection.

Boyband supremo Joe Jonas turned out a lime moment in a neon green knit layered under a boxy charcoal grey blazer in a wool-felt material.  

Ever-daring in her dress sense, Julia Fox was an angelic vision in a white lace corseted dress with sheer crystal-dotted panels, a high neckline and lace details.

Ikram Abdi Omar look terrific in turquoise as she posed for the cameras, finishing off her look with a lace top and long black gloves.

DJ Vick Hope was an auburn dream in a cropped knit and matching sheer midi skirt with beaded and chain accents.

Seasoned runway star Mona Tougaard dazzled in a sheer black gown with an off-the-shoulder cut as she attended the London-based bash.