The British Fashion Council (BFC) is delighted to reveal the winners of The Fashion Awards 2022 presented by Diet Coke. The event raises the profile of and funds for the BFC Foundation charity which awards scholarships, grants and mentoring to future proof the pipeline of talent to the fashion industry. The event celebrates the role of fashion in self-expression, escapism and optimism. It also recognises the exceptional individuals, brands and businesses whose imagination and creativity have broken new ground in fashion globally over the past 12 months – transforming the possibilities of fashion today.

The evening, hosted by British and Jamaican actress Jodie Turner-Smith, celebrated twenty-three awards including fifteen Leaders of Change.

The Fashion Awards nominees and winners are voted for by an international judging panel made up of over 1000 industry experts.

The Fashion Awards presented by Diet Coke 2022 Winners

Designer of the Year: Pierpaolo Piccioli for Valentino

Presented by: Florence Pugh

 
BFC Foundation Award:   S.S.DALEY

Presented by: Golda Rosheuvel

 
Independent British Brand: Wales Bonner

Presented by: Yasmin Finney & Burna Boy

 
Special Recognition Award for Cultural Curation : Jefferson Hack

Presented by: Tilda Swinton

 
Leaders of Change

The 15 designers, brands, creatives, and individuals who created positive change within the fashion industry this past year under three categories: Environment, People and Creativity.

Presented by: Edward Enninful supported by Julie Pelipas

Creativity

Recognises designers and brands who made a global impact in the past year through their creativity in design, campaigns, collaborations and firm business foundation as well as defined the shape of global fashion.

Presented by: Sam Smith

Alessandro Michele

Daniel Roseberry

Harris Reed

Ibrahim Kamara

Raf Simons

Environment

Celebrates those who have made a significant contribution towards reducing the environmental impact of our industry to create positive change. They are the leaders and are setting the bar by exploring new business models, design principles, production processes, consumption, and disposal.

Presented by: Paris Jackson

Bethany Williams

Connor Ives

Gabriela Hearst

Marine Serre

Priya Ahluwalia

People

Recognises those who have led change by encouraging equal, diverse, empowered workforces from head office to supply chain and shop floor. It focuses on the impact fashion has on communities.

Presented by: Emma Corrin

Aurora James

Harry Lambert

Julie Pelipas

Sinéad Burke

Rafael Pavarotti

 
Model of the Year Award: Bella Hadid

Presented by: Ashley Graham

 
Outstanding Achievement Award: Yvon Chouinard

Presented by: Elizabeth Debicki

 
Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator: Katie Grand

Presented by: Charlotte Tilbury

 
Fashion Award for Metaverse World and Gaming Experience: Burberry

Presented by: Kojey Radical

 
The evening included a number of special celebrations that showcased fashion at the intersection of culture.

The Red Carpet LIVESTREAM served by Diet Coke opened with a live performance by singer Olivia Dean who performed her hit single DANGER!, accompanied by Diet Coke’s very own Fashion Awards Glambot. The Red Carpet was hosted by Presenter Miquita Oliver, Author and Columnist Raven Smith and Editor Julia Hobbs, highlighting key arrivals and special moments.

The pre-show ceremony involved a Jean Paul Gaultier Fashion Freak Show, an electric combination of revue, pop concert and fashion show in a spirit of exuberance and magic. The awards ceremony opened with an iconic Year in Review film hosted by Christine Quinn, Tom Daley and Munya Chawawa, highlighting moments in fashion that have defined this year. Discover the film here.

2023 marks 30 years since the launch of NEWGEN which was set up to enable a group of designers, including the late Lee Alexander McQueen, to showcase their collections at London Fashion Week. NEWGEN was recognised at The Fashion Awards with a special introduction by Dr. Samuel Ross, Artist and Creative Director of A COLD WALL. An exclusive film featuring Princess Julia celebrated the creative zeitgeist of NEWGEN and its social and political relevance.

The evening included performances by Shygirl and Jessie Ware whilst DJ Jodie Harsh and DJ Fat Tony led the afterparty.

The British Fashion Industry paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II through The Fashion Salute Show. Designers included Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Charles Jeffrey (Loverboy), Christopher Kane, David Koma, Dilara Findikoglu, Dunhill, Edward Crutchley, Erdem, Halpern, Harris Reed, JW Anderson, KNWLS, Matty Bovan, Molly Goddard, Nensi Dojaka, Nicholas Daley, Ozwald Boateng, Philip Treacy, Preen, Rejina Pyo, Richard Malone, Richard Quinn, Roksanda, Roland Mouret, Simone Rocha, Stella McCartney, Stephen Jones, Vivienne Westwood, Victoria Beckham, Wales Bonner, Zandra Rhodes.

The Fashion Salute Show Credits: Art Direction Robin Derrick, Creative Director Sophia Neophitou, Stylist Oliver Volquardsen, Casting Director Adam Hindle, Music Jeremy Healy and The Queen’s Royal Hussars, Production INCA & Gold Dust.