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25 best dressed stars at the BRIT Awards 2023: Maya Jama, Sam Smith, Harry Styles and more

From Maya Jama to Harry Styles, see which stars made a splash on the red carpet

Fashion features writer
Updated: February 15, 2023

The red carpet has been rolled out, meaning the BRIT Awards 2023 are officially upon us. Stars descended upon London's O2 en masse to attend the highly-anticipated evening hosted by Mo Gilligan. Names like Harry Styles, Lizzo, Sam Smith, Stormzy and others have been confirmed as attendees and performers – and more of the country's most popular acts are set to make an appearance in the hope of bagging some big wins.

Of course, a big win requires a statement outfit. Luckily for us, our favourite famous faces never disappoint on the fashion front and have already begun pulling out some showstopping concoctions crafted by the likes of Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, Schiaparelli and Versace. Check out the video below to see some of the best-dressed stars who have already walked the red carpet... 

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From frills to frocks, suits to platform boots, metallics to downright masterpieces, discover which looks from the night made fashion history. 

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Maya Jama

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Maya Jama was one of the first to arrive on the red carpet and she set the bar high. The Love Island host wore a strapless black dress by Schiaparelli, featuring beaded gold embellishments in a skeletal design. A pair of large gold earrings shaped like a painterly sun glimmered under the star's slicked-back 1920s coiff. 

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Lizzo

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Lizzo blasted onto the red carpet in the most magnificent sculptural piece by Robert Wun. The decadent dress features a shimmering ruffled wave that cocooned the singer in metallic mystique. Known for his emotive couture designs, Robert Wun has dressed the likes of Florence Pugh, Christina Aguilera and Eva Chen.

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Amelia Dimoldenberg 

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Chicken Shop Date creator Amelia Dimoldenberg looked ethereal in an off-the-shoulder gown by Vivienne Westwood. Coined the 'Diamond Jubilee Silk Flag Dress,' the item boasted a sunset-toned colour palette of burnt orange, faded charcoal, and ochre which created a Union Jack design. The wispy piece cascaded into a short train and came complete with a cross-neckline strap.

Harry Styles

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It's safe to say that Harry Styles' outfit did not disappoint. The As It Was singer was back it again with his gender-bending style, sporting a velvet suit that showcased an hourglass silhouette, a sumptuous velvet texture, satin lapels, a nipped-in waistline with a peplum cut, and a large floral corsage that was tied around his neck. The two-piece was custom-made by Nina Ricci, headed up by creative director Harris Reed and styled by Harry Lambert.

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Clara Amfo

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It's giving Princess Diana's revenge dress and we are here for it. Radio 1 DJ Clara Amfo served up divine elegance in a classic little black dress showcasing an off-the-shoulder silhoeutte, a mini cut and a sweeping black train. 

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Rina Sawayama

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We knew Rina Sawayama would deliver the goods - and she did just that. The singer looked sensational in a sheer hooded dress crafted from delicately ribbed chocolate knit sourced from Yves Saint Laurent's Spring/Summer 2023 runway collection. Versace, Coperni and other top brands have jumped on the hooded dress trend, which has been championed by Margot Robbie, Gigi Hadid and Jenna Ortega.

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Alex Scott

Football Focus star Alex Scott stepped onto the red carpet looking rosy in a plunging Saint Laurent jumpsuit and billowing wet-look duvet jacket. She added gold accessories to level up her leather gloves, whilst rocking a vampy makeup look and styling her raven tresses into beachy waves. Divine!

Jessie J

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Jessie J redefined maternity wear with her chosen outfit. The pregnant singer looked radiant in a cherry red co-ord, complete with a cropped lace top, dramatic tulle sleeves and a matching pair of web-like trousers. She showed off her blossoming baby bump for all to see and turning out some baby mama magic with her daring ensemble. 

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Sam Smith

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They came, they saw, they conquered! Sam Smith's red carpet arrival was highly anticipated, but this look defied expectations. The Unholy singer wore a sculptured latex look by HARRI, which commanded attention with its accentuated, distorted silhouette, muscular torso, inflatable limbs and coordinating latex gloves. 

Kim Petras

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Sam Smith's fellow Unholy singer Kim Petras also delved into the hooded dress theme, rocking a contemporary take on the classic little black dress in this gorgeous Valentino number. The star channeled Wednesday Adams in the schoolgirl-style frock, which was paired with black patterned tights and elegant long gloves.

Iris Law

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One of the few stars who opted for a minimalist aesthetic, Iris Law graced the scene in a ruched grey midi skirt that was teamed with a matte black leather bralette from Givenchy's Spring/Summer 2023 collection and gems by Liv Luttrell Jewellery. Two fine straps attached to the skirt were tied across the model's neck to create a halterneck effect.

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Leigh-Anne Pinnock

Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock was a tangerine dream in Alberta Ferretti. The singer wore a hooded, floor-length gown from the designer's Spring/Summer 2023 collection, which also displayed romantically draped swathes of fabric, a plunging cowl neck and a wrap-effect bust.

Stormzy

A suited and booted Stormzy looked suave in powder blue as he joined a host of famous faces at the event. The rapper wore a sharp, clean-cut Givenchy suit layered over a crisp white shirt and patent black brogues.

Salma Hayek

Hollywood sensation Salma Hayek went hell for leather in a witchy mesh-latex dress by Alexander McQueen that exuded matriarch magic. The star looked ever-youthful in the boundary-pushing number, which showed off sheer panels, patchwork strips of leather and the tiniest waistline we ever did see.

Shania Twain

Shania Twain was a mellow yellow dream in this finely crafted piece from Yves Saint Laurent's Ready-To-Wear 2023 collection. The radiant garment, which retails at £3,150, features long sleeves, modern gathered detailing and a floor-length fit.

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Ellie Goulding

Ellie Goulding brought the edge to the red carpet in her daring, barely-there attire. The singer wore a matte black corset with crisscross detailing webbed across the back and a female bust cast into the leather. A pair of black, high-waisted trousers let the star's racy top speak for itself as it batted away the male gaze with its assertion of female strength.

Charli XCX

Ludovic de Saint Sernin is clearly Charli XCX's go-to brand nowadays. The singer turned out a nineties Kate Moss moment in Swarovski crystals and a sheer dress adorned with a glittering monogram print, a halterneck, and sporty white trim. Only a few days ago Charli attended New York Fashion Week in a look curated by the label, whose name is becoming synonymous with the star's cheeky yet charming aesthetic. 

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Wet Leg

BRIT-nominated band Wet Leg rocked deconstructed skirt sets sourced from Diesel's Ready-To-Wear Spring/Summer 2023 collection. Bandmates Rhian Teasdale and Hester Chambers married Y2K charm with divine femininity in the looks, which fuses chunky belted detailing with raw-hem corsets, delicate lace underlays, nude colour schemes, lingerie-style trains and compact ruffles.

Kojey Radical

Nothing beats a pinstripe. This is a fact rapper Kojey Radical knows all too well, as he made a splash in a loose-fitting pinstripe suit flaunting a rich navy hue, a single-breasted cut, a pair of wide-leg trousers and a simple white tank top. The star layered up in pearls for a romantic dose of decadence and slipped into some shiny black brogues.

Becky Hill

Remember singer Becky Hill stunned in royally-approved brand Michael Kors. She wore a chocolate stretch jersey gown with sequin hand embroidery from the Fall/Winter 2022 Michael Kors Collection, which also featured asymmetrical detailing, a thigh-split and a sophisticated high neckline. She also wore a dazzling Fabergé X Frédéric Zaavy Magnolia ring to complete her glam aesthetic. 

Jodie Turner-Smith

Jodie Turner-Smith offered up seventies glamour in an opulent Zuhair Murad couture gown showcasing a shimmering silver finish, an intertwined wrap design, a high neckline and a pearl trim. The actress showed off the garment's cape for the cameras, just for an extra dose of sartorial drama. 

Adwoa Aboah

Model Adwoa Aboah challenged female fashion ideals in an eighties-style suit featuring a sharp fit, a retro striped shirt with a classic collar, a black tie and patent point-toe stilettos. A pair of chunky gold stud earrings added a pop of glamour to her suited aesthetic.

Eliza Rose

DJ Eliza Rose was another star who donned Vivienne Westwood for the electric evening. The musician wore the dreamiest outfit by the late designer, which consisted of the brand's insignia champagne gold corset brandishing a kiss design, a gathered cream skirt, and a pair of neon pink lace tights.

Leomie Anderson

Abiding by the principle that less is more, model Leomie Anderson rocked a raspberry pink two-piece by Area. Boasting a halterneck, floral bralette, and a coordinating micro skirt crafted from metallic petal structures and a cascade of flitty streamers, the designer set made for the ultimate partywear piece.

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