Best red carpet fashion at the 2022 BAFTAs

Penned by Oscar Holland, CNN

The ongoing invasion of Ukraine hung about proceedings at the 75th British Academy Movie Awards (BAFTAs) on Sunday, with organizers featuring phrases of aid and host Rebel Wilson applying the spotlight to goal a center finger at Russian president Vladimir Putin.

On the red carpet, on the other hand, specific nods to the crisis were being several and considerably concerning — though a lot of attendees arrived at London’s Royal Albert Corridor in dim-colored and somber outfits that seemed to mirror the mood.

People stars who directly dealt with the invasion mostly did so working with blue and yellow ribbons, as worn by British actress Jessica Plummer and 13-yr-aged Woody Norman, who appeared together with Joaquin Phoenix in “C’mon C’mon.”

Benedict Cumberbatch, whose motion picture “The Electricity of the Doggy” was named very best photograph, in the meantime arrived with a Ukraine flag pin on his lapel ahead of telling the UK’s Sky Information that he hopes to help dwelling refugees from the conflict.
Benedict Cumberbatch and Sophie Hunter attend the BAFTAs at Royal Albert Hall on March 13, 2022 in London, England.

Benedict Cumberbatch and Sophie Hunter show up at the BAFTAs at Royal Albert Corridor on March 13, 2022 in London, England. Credit score: Stephane Cardinale/Corbis/Getty Visuals

Elsewhere, “Star Wars” actor Daisy Ridley and best supporting actress nominee Caitriona Balfe — donning Vivienne Westwood and Armani Privé, respectively — were being between quite a few superior-profile company to wear respectful black gowns. They have been joined by the likes of Naomi Campbell, who wore a black Burberry dress with a square neckline and prolonged cape sleeves.

Naomi Campbell poses for photographers upon arrival at the 75th British Academy Film Awards, BAFTAs, in London Sunday, March 13, 2022.

Naomi Campbell poses for photographers on arrival at the 75th British Academy Movie Awards, BAFTAs, in London Sunday, March 13, 2022. Credit history: Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP

Also impressing in subdued hues have been British model Adwoa Aboah in a pared-back strapless robe by Saint Laurent and “Stranger Issues” star Millie Bobby Brown, who sported a tailor made lace and velvet Louis Vuitton robe with a dramatic practice.

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Girl Gaga wowed in dark shades, far too, getting to the red carpet in an stylish emerald Ralph Lauren gown that took above 150 hours (and 50 meters of both equally velvet and silk taffeta) to make. The singer and “Household of Gucci” actress, who was nominated for the best actress award irrespective of currently being snubbed in the very same classification for next month’s Oscars, concluded the glance with Tiffany & Co. jewels that sparkled higher than a plunging neckline. (Like numerous other attendees, Girl Gaga was pictured hrs later on at the Critics’ Choice Awards, which, while held in LA, staged a independent crimson carpet celebration at London’s Savoy Resort.)

Some stars have been additional playful with their decision of outfits, inspite of the major tone. Emma Watson’s Oscar de la Renta halter dress featured a layered tulle skirt Daniel Kaluuya wore a assertion Prada coat with exaggerated teal trim and sleeves and Florence Pugh arrived with a big pink bow rising from the again of her very long-sleeved Carolina Herrera mini costume.

Emma Watson attends the BAFTAs at Royal Albert Hall on March 13, 2022 in London, England.

Emma Watson attends the BAFTAs at Royal Albert Hall on March 13, 2022 in London, England. Credit score: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images

Daniel Kaluuya attends the BAFTAs in London.

Daniel Kaluuya attends the BAFTAs in London. Credit rating: Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP

Florence Pugh attends the BAFTAs awards.

Florence Pugh attends the BAFTAs awards. Credit rating: Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Visuals

The ceremony was loosely themed close to James Bond (with 2022 marking 60 many years of the film franchise), and numerous adult males opted for straight-forward tuxedos befitting of Britain’s best-recognised spy, which includes Tom Hiddleston and “Belfast” director Kenneth Branagh.

Sebastian Stan attends the BAFTAs at Royal Albert Hall on March 13, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage)

Sebastian Stan attends the BAFTAs at Royal Albert Hall on March 13, 2022 in London, England. (Picture by Mike Marsland/WireImage) Credit history: Mike Marsland/WireImage/Getty Illustrations or photos

But it was Sebastian Stan — one of countless actors subjected to speculation about playing Bond, including Hiddleston — whose tuxedo gained the most plaudits, with his Givenchy-built outfit which include a white shirt embellished with tiny steel rings.

Major graphic: Girl Gaga attends the BAFTAs at Royal Albert Corridor on March 13, 2022 in London, England.