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The most memorable looks from the 2021 Brit Awards

  • <p>The 2021 Brit Awards was an extra special one this year, being one of the first major in-person events to have taken place since the pandemic took hold of the UK. </p><p>The event saw 4,000 people in attendance with no social distancing or masks required (with attendees instead taking tests before and after the event). The awards ceremony had been chosen to be part of the government’s Events Research Programme, which will evaluate how venues can restart large events and welcome crowds back safely this summer. This makes the Brits one of the first in-person award ceremonies to take place without any virtual element to it at all – and saw performances from some big names, including Coldplay and The Weeknd.</p><p>Below, we round up all the fashion you need to see from the red carpet. From Dua Lipa in Vivienne Westwood to perfect outfit co-ordination from Haim, here are the most memorable fashion moments from the 2021 Brit Awards.</p>
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    The most memorable looks from the 2021 Brit Awards

    The 2021 Brit Awards was an extra special one this year, being one of the first major in-person events to have taken place since the pandemic took hold of the UK.

    The event saw 4,000 people in attendance with no social distancing or masks required (with attendees instead taking tests before and after the event). The awards ceremony had been chosen to be part of the government’s Events Research Programme, which will evaluate how venues can restart large events and welcome crowds back safely this summer. This makes the Brits one of the first in-person award ceremonies to take place without any virtual element to it at all – and saw performances from some big names, including Coldplay and The Weeknd.

    Below, we round up all the fashion you need to see from the red carpet. From Dua Lipa in Vivienne Westwood to perfect outfit co-ordination from Haim, here are the most memorable fashion moments from the 2021 Brit Awards.

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  • <p>Taylor Swift wore a custom Miu Miu two-piece look to the award show, which was embellished with sequins and crystals.</p>
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    Taylor Swift

    Taylor Swift wore a custom Miu Miu two-piece look to the award show, which was embellished with sequins and crystals.

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  • <p>Actress Maisie Williams skipped the red carpet but arrived on stage wearing a black-and-white collared shirt dress.</p>
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    Maisie Williams

    Actress Maisie Williams skipped the red carpet but arrived on stage wearing a black-and-white collared shirt dress.

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  • <p>Dua Lipa embraced Vivienne Westwood's trademark corset silhouette for the occasion. The singer teamed the off-the-shoulder mini dress with suspender stockings and lace-up platforms.</p>
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    Dua Lipa

    Dua Lipa embraced Vivienne Westwood's trademark corset silhouette for the occasion. The singer teamed the off-the-shoulder mini dress with suspender stockings and lace-up platforms.

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  • <p>The Haim sisters excelled at co-ordinated dressing once again, choosing monochromatic tailoring for the event.</p>
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    Haim

    The Haim sisters excelled at co-ordinated dressing once again, choosing monochromatic tailoring for the event.

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  • <p>Maya Jama wore a low-cut black dress with beaded detail by Area, which she teamed with matching shoes and a statement necklace.</p>
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    Maya Jama

    Maya Jama wore a low-cut black dress with beaded detail by Area, which she teamed with matching shoes and a statement necklace.

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  • <p>American actress Olivia Rodrigo chose a lime green, strapless, tulle dress by Dior and jewellery by Shaun Leane for the award ceremony.</p>
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    Olivia Rodrigo

    American actress Olivia Rodrigo chose a lime green, strapless, tulle dress by Dior and jewellery by Shaun Leane for the award ceremony.

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  • <p>Raye was inspired by Marilyn Monroe's iconic look in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, wearing a bright pink dress by Etro, which she teamed with Bulgari jewellery.</p>
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    Raye

    Raye was inspired by Marilyn Monroe's iconic look in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, wearing a bright pink dress by Etro, which she teamed with Bulgari jewellery.

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  • <p>Nominee Arlo Parks was one of the few guests to opt for tailoring on the red carpet. The singer chose a burgundy checked suit, which she paired with chunky black loafers and a pink shirt.</p>
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    Arlo Parks

    Nominee Arlo Parks was one of the few guests to opt for tailoring on the red carpet. The singer chose a burgundy checked suit, which she paired with chunky black loafers and a pink shirt.

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  • <p>Singer Griff stood out at the event wearing a sheer dress and an embellished headpiece.</p>
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    Griff

    Singer Griff stood out at the event wearing a sheer dress and an embellished headpiece.

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  • <p>Clara Amfo wore a slinky chainmail frock by Poster Girl, which she paired with an oversized black jacket by Area and sparkly shoes.</p>
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    Clara Amfo

    Clara Amfo wore a slinky chainmail frock by Poster Girl, which she paired with an oversized black jacket by Area and sparkly shoes.

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<p>The 2021 Brit Awards was an extra special one this year, being one of the first major in-person events to have taken place since the pandemic took hold of the UK. </p><p>The event saw 4,000 people in attendance with no social distancing or masks required (with attendees instead taking tests before and after the event). The awards ceremony had been chosen to be part of the government’s Events Research Programme, which will evaluate how venues can restart large events and welcome crowds back safely this summer. This makes the Brits one of the first in-person award ceremonies to take place without any virtual element to it at all – and saw performances from some big names, including Coldplay and The Weeknd.</p><p>Below, we round up all the fashion you need to see from the red carpet. From Dua Lipa in Vivienne Westwood to perfect outfit co-ordination from Haim, here are the most memorable fashion moments from the 2021 Brit Awards.</p>
<p>Taylor Swift wore a custom Miu Miu two-piece look to the award show, which was embellished with sequins and crystals.</p>
<p>Actress Maisie Williams skipped the red carpet but arrived on stage wearing a black-and-white collared shirt dress.</p>
<p>Dua Lipa embraced Vivienne Westwood's trademark corset silhouette for the occasion. The singer teamed the off-the-shoulder mini dress with suspender stockings and lace-up platforms.</p>
<p>The Haim sisters excelled at co-ordinated dressing once again, choosing monochromatic tailoring for the event.</p>
<p>Maya Jama wore a low-cut black dress with beaded detail by Area, which she teamed with matching shoes and a statement necklace.</p>
<p>American actress Olivia Rodrigo chose a lime green, strapless, tulle dress by Dior and jewellery by Shaun Leane for the award ceremony.</p>
<p>Raye was inspired by Marilyn Monroe's iconic look in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, wearing a bright pink dress by Etro, which she teamed with Bulgari jewellery.</p>
<p>Nominee Arlo Parks was one of the few guests to opt for tailoring on the red carpet. The singer chose a burgundy checked suit, which she paired with chunky black loafers and a pink shirt.</p>
<p>Singer Griff stood out at the event wearing a sheer dress and an embellished headpiece.</p>
<p>Clara Amfo wore a slinky chainmail frock by Poster Girl, which she paired with an oversized black jacket by Area and sparkly shoes.</p>
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From Dua Lipa to Haim, we round up the red carpet