Last night at the Royal Albert Hall 4,000 members of the fashion industry gathered to celebrate The Fashion Awards 2016. Welcome the big winners, Ralph Lauren (Outstanding Achievement), Gigi Hadid, Molly Goddard, Craig Green, Simone Rocha, Alessandro Michele, Jaden Smith and Demna Gvasalia.
Every year The Fashion Awards stand out the best of British and international talents from global fashion community. 2016 winners were announced on 5. December in London in 14 categories. The Outstanding Achievement Award came to Ralph Lauren. There are just 13 left to reveal.
British Emerging Talent: Molly Goddard
A British innovative and directional womenswear, menswear or accessories designer who is emerging as a growing force in the British fashion industry.
British Menswear Designer: Craig Green
A British ready-to-wear designer who has been instrumental in leading men’s fashion in the past year.
British Womenswear Designer: Simone Rocha
A British ready-to-wear designer who has been instrumental in leading women’s fashion in the past year.
British Brand:Alexander McQueen (creative director Sarah Burton)
A leading British based accessories, menswear or womenswear brand that has made an impact on the international stage this year in areas that include dynamic campaigns, multiple stores in international markets and e-commerce.
International Business Leader: Marco Bizzarri for Gucci
CEO or President of a fashion business that has seen both creative and commercial success while nurturing and celebrating the creative talent within the business.
International Urban Luxury Brand: Vetements
A sportswear brand which wholly operates in this area or elevates itself through collaborations.
International Accessories Designer:
Alessandro Michele for Gucci
Recognising an internationally acclaimed, leading accessories designer that has directed the shape of fashion globally in the past year.
International Ready-to-Wear Designer:
Demna Gvasalia for Balenciaga
Recognising an internationally acclaimed, leading ready-to-wear womenswear or menswear designer that has directed the shape of fashion globally in the past year.
International Model:
Gigi Hadid
A male or female model that has contributed most to the international fashion scene in the past year and has demonstrated influence beyond the catwalk.
New Fashion Icon:
Jaden & Willow Smith
Special Recognition: 100 Years of British Vogue (CEO Alexandra Shulman)
Celebrating an individual or moment that has shaped or influenced the global fashion industry this year.
The Swarovski Award for Positive Change:
Franca Sozzani
Recognising and celebrating a brand or individual who promotes the welfare of others and generously use their resources to benefit good causes.
Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator:
Bruce Weber
Recognising a fashion creator for their outstanding contribution to the global fashion industry.
Photos Greg Williams, The Fashion Awards