The Fashion Awards Explained
The Fashion Awards, known as the British Fashion Awards until 2016,[1] is an annual ceremony established in the United Kingdom in 1989[2] to showcase both British and international individuals and businesses who have made the most outstanding contributions to the fashion industry during the year. The ceremony is organized by the British Fashion Council, and is the primary fundraiser for the BFC's Education Foundation; a charity that promotes excellence in design by financially supporting students with the ability and potential to make an exceptional contribution to the fashion industry.
The BFC Support Initiatives
- BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund,
- BFC/GQ Designer Menswear Fund Supported by JD.com, Inc
- NEWGEN,
- Positive Fashion,
- Coronavirus Foundation Fashion Fund,
- The Black in Fashion Council.
History
Originally named the British Fashion Awards, the first Fashion Awards ceremony took place on 17 October 1989 and was attended by Princess Diana, who wore a Catherine Walker gown (Elvis dress) especially for the occasion.[3]
In 2010 four-time winner of British Designer of the Year award, Alexander McQueen received the award for Outstanding Achievement in Fashion Design in recognition of his illustrious career.
In 2007 the Fashion Creator Award is renamed Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator in honour of Isabella Blow, who died on 7 May 2007. Blow was renowned for her unerring support of British designers and for her contribution to the international fashion industry as a whole.
Award categories
Designer of the Year
Recognises an international designer whose innovative collections have made a notable impact on the industry, defining the shape of global fashion.
Accessories Designer of the Year
Celebrates a designer that has proven instrumental in elevating accessories to the forefront of the fashion industry, demonstrating a skill for both creativity and commerce, and establishing their brand as a global fashion leader.
Business Leader
This award recognises the work of a CEO or President of a fashion business who has overseen both creative and commercial success in the past year. With a natural aptitude to nurture both creative talent and commercial growth, the "Business Leader" enables creative freedom alongside financial stability, which in turn generates innovation and excitement within the industry and beyond.
Urban Luxe Award
Celebrating the innovation and influence of a contemporary apparel brand, the recipient of this award has redefined the way "sportswear" is perceived across the globe, elevating "casual" to high end and directional fashion.
British Emerging Talent - Womenswear
Recognising new British womenswear talent, this award celebrates a British-based womenswear or accessories designer who over the last 12 months has had a major creative impact on global fashion.
British Emerging Talent - Menswear
Celebrating emerging talent in British menswear, this award recognises the innovation and creative influence from a British-based menswear or accessories designer, whose collections have gained international attention this year.
British Designer of the Year - Womenswear
Celebrating a British womenswear designer that has been instrumental in innovating and leading women's fashion over the last year – excelling both creatively and commercially, creating an impressive footprint on the global fashion stage.
British Designer of the Year - Menswear
Recognises a leading British menswear designer who has consistently made a global impact with their innovative and creative designs, shaping the burgeoning international menswear landscape.
Model of the Year
Recognises the global impact of a model, male or female, who over the last 12 months has dominated the industry. With an influence that transcends the catwalk, the Model of The Year has made an outstanding contribution to the industry, garnering numerous editorial and advertising campaigns throughout the year.
Outstanding achievement
The Outstanding Achievement Award celebrates the overwhelming creative contribution of an individual to the fashion industry, who throughout their illustrious career has constantly shaped and reshaped the fashion world through their innovation and creativity. Their influence has reached far beyond the industry, influencing the way the general public perceive and consume fashion. This timeless visionary remains an inspiration to both peers and protégés alike.
Swarovski Award for Positive Change
The Swarovski Award for Positive Change recognises and celebrates brands or individuals who promote the welfare of others and generously use their resources to benefit good causes.
Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator
Recognising the very best innovators and creatives in fashion, this award celebrates invaluable contributions that have changed the entire fashion landscape. With a discerning eye and incessant drive, this creative has brought designers' creations to life and helped create worlds within brands. Their dedication to the craft has attracted legions of fans and the incredible body of work has already left an indelible mark on the entire industry.
2020s Special Categories
In 2020, the British Fashion Awards were broken down into only four categories - Community, Creativity, Environment and People. Five people won each award.[4] In 2021, normal categories resumed, with the addition of awards for fifteen "Leaders of Change" in the fashion industry.[5] In 2022, the "Leaders of Change" award remained, but the normal categories were replaced with Model of the Year, Designer of the Year, Independent British Brand, and BFC Foundation Award.[6]
Awards Winners
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Menswear Designer of The Year | J.W. Anderson |
| Womenswear Designer of The Year | Erdem |
| Emerging Womenswear Designer | Marques'Almeida |
| Emerging Menswear Designer | Craig Green |
| Emerging Accessory Designer | Prism |
| Red Carpet Designer | Alexander McQueen |
| Model | Cara Delevingne |
| Special Recognition Award | Chris Moore |
| Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator | Edward Enninful |
| International Designer | Nicolas Ghesquiere for Louis Vuitton |
| Outstanding Achievement Award | Anna Wintour OBE |
| Creative Campaign | Louis Vuitton |
| New Establishment Designer | Simone Rocha |
| Establishment Designer | Preen |
| Brand | Victoria Beckham |
| British Style Award | Emma Watson |
| Accessory Designer | Anya Hindmarch | |
2013
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Menswear Designer of The Year | Christopher Bailey For Burberry |
| Womenswear Designer of The Year | Christopher Kane |
| Emerging Womenswear Designer | Simone Rocha |
| Emerging Menswear Designer | Agi & Sam |
| Emerging Accessories Designer | Sophia Webster |
| Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator | Lady Amanda Harlech |
| Model of The Year | Edie Campbell |
| International Designer of The Year | Miuccia Prada For Prada |
| Red Carpet Award | Erdem |
| New Establishment Designer of The Year | J.W. Anderson |
| Brand of The Year | Burberry |
| British Style Award Brought to You by Vodafone | Harry Styles |
| Accessory Designer of The Year | Nicholas Kirkwood |
| BFC Outstanding Achievement Award | Terry and Tricia Jones |
| Special Recognition Award | Kate Moss |
| Special Recognition Award | Suzy Menkes | |
2012
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of The Year | Stella McCartney |
| British Style Award | Alexa Chung |
| Emerging Talent Award - Ready-To-Wear | J.W. Anderson |
| Emerging Talent Award - Menswear | Jonathan Saunders |
| Red Carpet Award | Roksanda Ilincic |
| Emerging Talent - Accessories | Sophie Hulme |
| Accessory Designer | Nicholas Kirkwood |
| Designer Brand | Stella McCartney |
| Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator | Louise Wilson |
| Model | Cara Delevingne |
| New Establishment Award | Erdem |
| Menswear Designer | Kim Jones For Louis Vuitton |
| BFC Outstanding Achievement in Fashion | Manolo Blahnik CBE |
| Special Recognition Award | Harold Tillman | |
2011
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of The Year | Sarah Burton For Alexander McQueen |
| Emerging Talent Award - Ready-To-Wear | Mary Katrantzou |
| Emerging Talent Award - Accessories | Tabitha Simmons |
| Emerging Talent Award - Menswear | Christopher Raeburn |
| Model | Stella Tennant |
| Designer Brand | Victoria Beckham |
| British Style Award | Alexa Chung |
| Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator | Sam Gainsbury |
| Red Carpet Award | Stella McCartney |
| Accessory Designer | Charlotte Olympia |
| New Establishment Award | Christopher Kane | |
2010
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Phoebe Philo for Celine |
| BFC Outstanding Achievement in Fashion | Alexander McQueen |
| Accessory Designer | Nicholas Kirkwood |
| Model | Lara Stone |
| Menswear Designer | E. Tautz |
| Emerging Talent Award - Ready-to-Wear | Meadham Kirchhoff |
| Emerging Talent Award - Accessories | Husam El Odeh |
| Special Recognition | Naomi Campbell |
| Digital Innovation | Burberry |
| British Style | Alexa Chung |
| Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator | Nicola Formichetti |
| Designer Brand | Mulberry | |
2009
2008
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Luella Bartley |
| Outstanding Achievement | Stephen Jones |
| Swarovski Emerging Talent Award - Accessories | Nicholas Kirkwood |
| Swarovski Emerging Talent Award - Ready to Wear | Louise Goldin |
| Menswear Designer | Christopher Bailey for Burberry |
| Red Carpet Designer | Matthew Williamson |
| Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator | Tim Walker |
| Designer Brand | Jimmy Choo |
| Accessory Designer | Rupert Sanderson |
| Model | Jourdan Dunn |
| Bespoke | Richard James | |
2007
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Stella McCartney |
| Red Carpet Designer | Marchesa |
| New Generation Designer | Christopher Kane |
| Accessory Designer | Tom Binns |
| Best New Retail Concept | Marc Jacobs |
| Menswear Designer | Christopher Bailey for Burberry |
| Model | Agyness Deyn |
| Designer Brand | Anya Hindmarch |
| BFC Award for Outstanding Achievement in Fashion Design | Dame Vivienne Westwood |
| BFC Enterprise Award (sponsor: Swarovski) | Erdem |
| Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creation | Michael Howells | |
2006
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Giles Deacon |
| Red Carpet Designer | Vivienne Westwood |
| New Generation Designer | Marios Schwab |
| Accessory Designer | Stuart Vevers for Mulberry |
| Retailer | B Store |
| Menswear Designer | Kim Jones |
| Model of the Year | Kate Moss |
| V&A Award for Outstanding Achievement in Fashion | Joan Burstein CBE |
| Fashion Creator | Eugene Souleiman |
| BFC Fashion Enterprise | Jonathan Saunders | |
2005
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Christopher Bailey |
| Red Carpet Designer | Roland Mouret |
| New Generation Designer | Duro Olowu |
| Accessory Designer | Stephen Jones |
| Retailer | Dover Street Market |
| Menswear Designer | Carlo Brandelli for Kilgour |
| Model of the Year | Karen Elson |
| V&A Award for Outstanding Achievement in Fashion | Suzy Menkes OBE |
| Fashion Creator | Charlotte Tilbury | |
2004
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Phoebe Philo |
| New Designer | Giles Deacon |
| Accessory Designer | Mulberry |
| Retailer | Net-a-Porter |
| Menswear Designer | Alexander McQueen |
| Model of the Year | Lily Cole |
| V&A Award for Outstanding Achievement in Fashion | David Bailey |
| Fashion Creator | Pat McGrath | |
2003
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Alexander McQueen |
| New Generation Designer | Sophia Kokosalaki |
| Accessory Designer | Manolo Blahnik CBE |
| Glamour Designer | Julien Macdonald |
| Contemporary Designer | Paul Smith |
| High Street Fashion Retailer | Reiss |
| Menswear Designer | Paul Smith |
| British Journalist of the Year | Hilary Alexander |
| Most Stylish Photographer | Mario Testino |
| Most Stylish Model | Erin O'Connor |
| Stylist | Katie Grand |
| Female TV Personality | Kim Cattrall |
| Male TV Personality | Ant & Dec |
| Movie Actress | Minnie Driver |
| Movie Actor | Ewan McGregor |
| Male Music Artist | Robbie Williams |
| Female Music Artist | Victoria Beckham |
| Sports Personality | David Beckham | |
2002
No awards given
2001
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Alexander McQueen |
| Glamour Designer | Julien Macdonald |
| Classic Designer | Paul Smith |
| Contemporary Designer | Burberry |
| Accessory Designer | Anya Hindmarch |
| Street Style | i.e. uniform |
| New Generation Designer | Stella McCartney |
| Retailer | Topshop |
| Journalist | Lisa Armstrong |
| Stylist | Lucinda Chambers |
| Model | Kate Moss |
| Menswear | Richard James |
| Rover People's Award | Jemima Khan | |
2000
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Hussein Chalayan |
| Glamour Designer | Stella McCartney |
| Classic Design | Burberry |
| Contemporary Design | Joseph |
| Accessory Designer | Jimmy Choo |
| Street Style | Maharishi |
| New Generation Designer | Tracey Boyd |
| Retailer | Topshop |
| Journalist | Mimi Spencer |
| Stylist | Katy England |
| Menswear Designer | Ozwald Boateng |
| Rover People's Award | Alexander McQueen | |
1999
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Hussein Chalayan |
| Hall of Fame | Vidal Sassoon |
| Classic Design | Burberry |
| Contemporary Designer | Betty Jackson |
| Accessory Designer | Manolo Blahnik CBE |
| Street Style | YMC |
| New Generation Designer | Elspeth Gibson |
| Retailer | French Connection |
| Journalist | Suzy Menkes |
| Glamour Designer | English Eccentrics |
| Stylist | Lucinda Chambers |
| Menswear | Paul Smith | |
1998
No awards given
1997
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Alexander McQueen & John Galliano |
| Hall of Fame | Clinton Silver |
| Classic Design | John Smedley |
| Contemporary Designer | Nicole Farhi |
| Accessory Designer | Philip Treacy |
| Street Style | Red or Dead |
| New Generation Designer | Antonio Berardi |
| Retailer | Jigsaw |
| Journalist | Hilary Alexander |
| Glamour Designer | Pearce Fionda |
| Menswear Designer | Paul Smith | |
1996
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | Alexander McQueen |
| Hall of Fame | Lady Mary Henderson |
| Classic Design | Jaeger |
| Contemporary Designer | Nicole Farhi |
| Accessory Designer | Philip Treacy |
| Street Style | Red or Dead |
| New Generation Designer | Clements Ribiero |
| Design-led retail | Oasis |
| Journalist | Iain R. Webb |
| Glamour Designer | Amanda Wakeley |
| Fashion Personality | Kate Moss | |
1995
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | John Galliano |
| Hall of Fame | Zandra Rhodes |
| Classic Design | Marks & Spencer |
| Contemporary Designer | Nicole Farhi |
| Accessory Designer | Patrick Cox |
| Street Style | Red or Dead |
| New Generation Designer | Pearce Fionda |
| Design-led retail | Oasis |
| Journalist | Iain R. Webb |
| Glamour Designer | Ben De Lisi | |
1994
| Award | Winner |
|---|
| Designer of the Year | John Galliano |
| Hall of Fame | Jean Muir |
| Glamour Designer | Ben De Lisi |
| Classic Design | Marks & Spencer |
| Accessory Designer | Patrick Cox |
| Knitwear Design | Joseph |
| More Dash than Cash | French Connection |
| New Generation Designer | Copperwheat Blundell |
| Design led retail | Whistles | |
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1991
1990
1989
1984
Host, location, and sponsors by year
| Year | Host | Sponsor(s) | Location |
|---|
| 2023 | Maya Jama, Kojey Radical, Law Roach | Pandora, Don Julio, Getty Images, Royal Salute | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 2022 | Jodie Turner-Smith | Diet Coke, Getty Images, Moët & Chandon | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 2021 | Billy Porter | TikTok | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 2020 | Priyanka Chopra, Lewis Hamilton, Aja Barber, Maisie Williams, Rosalía | Swarovski | N/A |
| 2019 | Tracee Ellis Ross | American Express, Bird In Hand, Getty Images, Lavazza, Rosewood London, Slingsby Gin, Swarovski | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 2018 | Jack Whitehall, Alek Wek | American Express, Bird In Hand, Digital Domain, Getty Images, Lavazza, Mercedes-Benz, Rosewood London, Slingsby Gin, Swarovski | The Royal Albert Hall | - |
| 2017 | Karlie Kloss | American Express, Place Vendôme, Digital Domain, Getty Images, Mercedes, Yahoo | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 2016 | Jack Whitehall | American Express, MAC cosmetics and Toni & Guy | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 2015 | Jack Whitehall | MAC cosmetics and Toni & Guy | London Coliseum |
| 2014 | Jack Whitehall | Canon, MAC cosmetics, Toni & Guy and Vodafone | London Coliseum |
| 2013[7] | Jack Whitehall | Canon, MAC cosmetics, Toni & Guy, Vodafone and Westfield | London Coliseum |
| 2012[8] | Gemma Arterton and Nick Grimshaw | American Express, Canon, MAC cosmetics, Toni & Guy and, Vodafone | Savoy Hotel and Theatre |
| 2011[9] | George Lamb and Lauren Laverne | MAC cosmetics, Toni & Guy, and Vodafone | N/A |
| 2010[10] | Claudia Winkleman | Canon, MAC cosmetics, Toni & Guy, Vodafone, and Westfield | The Savoy Hotel and Theatre |
| 2009[11] | Lauren Laverne | Swarovski, Evian, FASHIONAIR, HELLO! MAC, Marks & Spencer, Renault, The May Fair and Toni & Guy | Royal Courts of Justice |
| 2008 | Mariella Frostrup (broadcaster) | Swarovski | Royal Horticultural Halls – Lawrence Hall |
| 2007 | Zoë Ball | Swarovski | Royal Horticultural Halls – Lawrence Hall |
| 2006 | Daisy Donovan | Swarovski | Victoria & Albert Museum |
| 2005 | - | Lloyds | Victoria & Albert Museum |
| 2004 | - | - | Victoria & Albert Museum |
| 2003 | - | Lycra | Old Billingsgate Market |
| 2002 | - | - | - |
| 2001 | - | Rover | Battersea Park Arena |
| 2000 | - | Rover | Natural History Museum |
| 1999 | - | Sky News | - |
| 1997 | - | Lloyds | The Royal Albert Hotel |
| 1996 | - | Lloyds | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 1995 | - | Lloyds | Natural History Museum |
| 1994 | - | Lloyds | Natural History Museum |
| 1993 | - | Lloyds | Natural History Museum |
| 1992 | - | Lloyds | Grosvenor House |
| 1991 | - | Lloyds | Duke of York's Headquarters |
| 1990 | - | Lloyds | The Royal Albert Hall |
| 1989 | - | Clairol | The Royal Albert Hall | |
See also
External links
Notes and References
- Web site: How The Fashion Awards Sold Out Britain. Ikon London Magazine. 17 December 2016. 1 January 2017.
- Web site: Awards History . 27 March 2014.
- Web site: 2016-12-05 . A Potted History Of The Fashion Awards . 2023-12-21 . British Vogue . en-GB.
- Web site: Seward . Mahoro . Here are the winners of The Fashion Awards 2020 . 2023-04-25 . i-d.vice.com . en.
- Web site: The Fashion Awards - 2021 Winners . 2023-04-25 . fashionawards.com.
- Web site: Teather . Charlie . 2022-10-25 . All the winners from the British Fashion Awards 2022 (including Bella Hadid for 'Model of the Year') . 2023-04-25 . Glamour UK . en-GB.
- Web site: 2013 Award Winners. 27 March 2014. dead. https://web.archive.org/web/20140327234830/http://www.britishfashionawards.co.uk/news_detail.aspx?ID=440&q=2013%20Award%20Winners. 27 March 2014.
- Web site: 2012 Award Winners. 27 March 2014.
- Web site: 2011 Award Winners. 27 March 2014.
- Web site: 2010 Award Winners. 27 March 2014.
- Web site: 2009 Award Winners. 27 March 2014.
