2021's Best Red Carpet Moments From British Celebrities

British celebrities really came with their best for the return of red carpet fashion [1] in 2021. The reopening of the fashion, film, and music industries encouraged the most stylish of Brits to embrace sparkling gowns, voluminous tulle, corsets [2], feathers [3], and sumptuous black velvet. Fancy finding out which Brits had the most memorable red carpet moments? We hand-picked 36 breathtaking looks that will set the standard for 2022 celebrity style.

Of the best-dressed British celebs, Cynthia Erivo and Rina Sawayama really elevated our expectations. They both have fun with a statement outfit while also looking polished and glam on the red carpet. Sawayama's lilac ruffle Balmain gown at the 2021 BRIT Awards [4] was one of the most impactful red carpet fashion moments of the year. As with Erivo, it was difficult not to include every single one of her looks this year because her balance of avant-garde and elegant is a truly unique skill.

Stars that sartorially evolved in 2021 were definitely Michaela Coel and Rochelle Humes. Coel mesmerised us in her open-back Maximilian dress at the 2021 BAFTA Awards [5]. Rochelle Humes, we honestly didn't expect, but this year saw her try some deliciously daring outfits — particularly the Galia Lahav gown she wore to the 2021 Fashion Awards [6].

Emma Corrin [7] and Nicola Coughlan [8] represented for avant-garde style. Corrin's outfits this year were walking pieces of art, particularly the yellow Miu Miu dress she wore to the 2021 Emmys [9]. Coughlan's gowns became increasingly hypnotising with each red carpet appearance. We love how she balances a playful girlishness with a touch of gothic styling. And our style crush for 2021? Iris Law, who excited us every time with her edgy and experimental outfits.

Ready to see the best-dressed British celebrities of 2021? Keep reading.

Gemma Chan at the Eternals Premiere

Gemma Chan wore a two-piece set by Miss Sohee.

Emily Blunt at the 2021 Met Gala

Emily Blunt [10] wore a Miu Miu dress and Messika jewels.

Lashana Lynch at the No Time to Die World Premiere

Lashana Lynch wore a yellow-and-black Vivienne Westwood gown. Her jewellery was by Ara Vartanian.

Rina Sawayama at the 2021 BRIT Awards

Rina Sawayama wore a ruffled lilac Balmain gown.

Stormzy at the No Time to Die World Premiere

Stormzy wore a black suit with a velvet jacket.

Cynthia Erivo at the 2021 Venice Film Festival

Cynthia Erivo wore a lemon-and-fuchsia dress by Valentino.

Jourdan Dunn at the 2021 Fashion Awards

Jourdan Dunn wore a red gown by Andrea Brocca.

Emma Watson at the 2021 Earthshot Prize Awards

Emma Watson [11] wore a Harris Reed blouse with smart black trousers.

Emma Corrin at the 2021 Emmy Awards

Emma Corrin [12] wore a yellow dress by Miu Miu.

MNEK at the BRIT Awards 2021

MNEK wore a baby blue ruffled suit by Robert Wun and jewels by Samantha Siu.

Michaela Coel at the 2021 BAFTA Awards

Michaela Coel wore a black gown by Maximilian.

Emma Raducanu at the No Time to Die World Premiere

Emma Raducanu [13] wore a white, one-shoulder, Grecian-inspired dress from Dior's Resort 2022 collection. Her jewellery — including tennis bracelet, earrings, and rings — was from Tiffany & Co.