The 2026 BRIT Awards: A Fashion Extravaganza
The BRIT Awards, the UK's premier music awards, took place in Manchester's Co-op Live Arena on Saturday evening, marking a historic shift from London. The event was a spectacle of fashion and talent, with stars like Harry Styles, Olivia Dean, and Lola Young gracing the red carpet. The night promised to be a memorable one, with a star-studded lineup and a focus on style and coordination.
Olivia Dean, the woman of the moment, not only performed at the show but was also nominated in major categories. Her yellow, floor-length gown exuded sophistication and elegance, aligning with her classic red carpet style. Maya Jama, who recently moved to Manchester to be with her boyfriend, Rúben Dias, enjoyed the short journey home after a big night out. She looked angelic in an all-white glittery dress, complete with a flowing fur shawl.
Harry Styles, the man of the moment, made a grand entrance in a disco-approved pinstripe suit. The anticipation for his fourth studio album, 'Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally,' is high, and his performance at the BRITs, three years since his last appearance, was highly anticipated. Sombr, another standout, wore a moody gothic red satin and black lace top with tailored red trousers, exuding a unique style.
The night's performances and fashion choices were a sight to behold. JADE, who sang 'Angel Of My Dreams' last year in gigantic angel wings, looked ethereal in a voluminous peplum-skirted dress. Rosé, a singer-songwriter from K-pop group BLACKPINK, performed 'APT' alongside Bruno Mars and wore a simple black bow dress, complementing her ice blonde hair.
Skepta, fresh from London Fashion Week, brought his signature style to Manchester with a matching leather jacket and bag combo. He was nominated for 'Best Song' and 'Best Dance Act' for his song 'Victory Lap' and collaboration with Fred again. Oasis's Noel Gallagher kept it simple in a khaki green bomber jacket, and he will be collecting the 'Songwriter of the Year' award.
Tems, a Nigerian singer-songwriter, attended the event in a beautiful white outfit that could easily double as a wedding dress. Kelly and Sharon Osbourne, in attendance to honor their late father and husband Ozzy Osbourne, wore coordinated black outfits. Lola Young, up for 'Song and Artist of the Year,' looked effortlessly cool in a green leather peplum top and snake print trousers.
The event also featured a surprise addition, Jeff Goldblum, who announced his upcoming album with his jazz band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra. Kwn, nominated for 'Best R&B Act,' paid tribute to her father's heritage in her outfit. Wet Leg, a band known for their color coordination, looked formidable in their matching attire, hoping to take home the 'Group of the Year' and 'Alternative/Rock Act' awards.
CMAT, nominated for 'International Artist of the Year,' celebrated the success of her album 'Euro-Country,' which is partly recorded in Gaelic. She wore a tartan outfit with powerful shoulder pads and a full skirt. Rosalía, up for the same award, celebrated her fourth studio album 'Lux' with an incredible feather dress by Chanel.
The night's winners included Scottish singer-songwriter Jacob Alon, who joined Adele and Sam Fender in winning the pre-announced Critics' Choice award. Shaun Ryder and Mark 'Bez' Berry from the Happy Mondays looked the part as they stepped onto the red carpet, adding to the event's memorable moments.
