As the UK braved one of its gloomiest winters on record, the 78th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) went on and provided a wonderful welcoming. Held at London’s Southbank Centre and hosted by the charismatic David Tennant, the night was a celebration of film, fashion, and glamour. With musical performances from Wicked star Jeff Goldblum and 90s icons Take That, the event carried an air of nostalgia against a modern, minimalist red carpet.
While William and Kate, the Prince and Princess of Wales, were absent, having retreated to Mustique for the half-term break, their missing presence did little to dampen the night. Instead, the spotlight was firmly on the stars embraced by a stylish shift toward refined simplicity.
The Art Of Effortless Elegance
From Jeff Goldblum’s signature style to Gwendoline Christie and Kelly Rutherford’s striking mysterious ensembles, head-to-toe black dominated the carpet. Sleek silhouettes, sharp tailoring, and subtle accents replaced the extravagance of past seasons, reinforcing a more restrained approach to red carpet dressing.
Yet, in contrast to the blacked-out elegance, a wave of heveanly white brought a breath of fresh air. Pamela Anderson stunned in a crisp Jacquemus wrap dress, straight from the designer’s Spring 2025 collection in Paris, while Cynthia Erivo’s sculpted a lace Louis Vuitton creation exuding intricate craftsmanship. Mikey Madison and Saoirse Ronan leaned into the “bridalcore” trend, donning dreamy, romantic white dresses that blurred the line between red carpet glamour and wedding aisle sophistication.
Fashion With A Conscience
The night’s eleminating-extras aesthetic continued a trend seen throughout this year’s award season—a response to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires in January. Extravagant embellishments and excessive riches took a backseat to subtle luxury, proving that fashion can be both impactful and intentional.
A Red Carpet To Remember
As Hollywood and the UK film industry continue to navigate an ever-changing social and political landscape, the BAFTAs 2025 red carpet did not miss! In fact, they proved that style doesn’t need to shout to make a statement. Whether wrapped in sleek black sophistication or soft bridal romance, the stars embodied a quiet confidence. One that perfectly mirrored the resilience and adaptability of the industry itself.
See some of our TFP Team’s best looks of the BAFTAs 2025 below.
