The 2010 British Fashion Awards took place last night at The Savoy Hotel And Theatre, London. Phoebe Philo, Creative Director of Celine, was named as the winner of the prestigious British Designer of the Year Award. Eleven other leading fashion figures were also honoured at the ceremony that was hosted by presenter Claudia Winkleman. The Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator went to Nicola Formichetti, whose style and insight has had an impact on the fashion industry internationally. He holds significant roles at high-street and high-end fashion brands, editorial roles at UK and International Titles; V Magazine, Dazed and Confused, Another and Vogue Hommes Japan, and is stylist to Lady Gaga. Nicola is currently Creative Director at Thierry Mugler in addition to consulting for a number of leading global brands including Alexander McQueen, Prada, D&G and Missoni. The British Style Award, decided entirely by public vote, was awarded to Alexa Chung. Guests at the event included Naomi Campbell, Victoria Beckham, Thandie Newton, Claudia Schiffer, Yasmin Le Bon and Alexa Chung.Full List of this Year’s Winners:
Emerging Talent Award – Accessories: Husam El Odeh
Emerging Talent Award – Ready To Wear: Meadham Kirchhoff
Designer Brand: Mulberry
Model: Lara Stone
Accessory Designer: Nicholas Kirkwood
Menswear Designer: Patrick Grant For E. Tautz
Bfc Outstanding Achievement In Fashion Design: Lee Alexander McQueen
British Style: Alexa Chung
Isabella Blow Award For Fashion Creator: Nicola Formichetti
Designer Of The Year: Phoebe Philo For Celine
Special Recognition Award: Naomi Campbell
Digital Innovation Award: Burberry
