From Dior couture to minimalist tailoring, the red carpet at London’s premier theater awards was a masterclass in modern glamour.
By Celebrity Editorial Staff
On April 6th, the 2025 Olivier Awards transformed London’s Royal Albert Hall into a glittering celebration of theatrical excellence and sartorial sophistication. As the UK’s most prestigious theater accolades unfolded, the red carpet became a stage of its own—where fashion spoke as eloquently as the performances being honored.
Adrien Brody: From Oscar Gold to West End Sophistication
Fresh off his Academy Award win for The Brutalist, Adrien Brody made an entrance in a sharply tailored black suit. His look, designed by Dior Men, was elevated by a sculptural silver brooch—an artistic flourish that subtly nodded to his creative duality.
Nominated for Best Actor for The Fear of 13, Brody’s transition from the silver screen to the stage reflects an increasingly fluid interplay between Hollywood and the West End. Although the award ultimately went to John Lithgow for his transformative performance as Roald Dahl in Giant, Brody’s presence affirmed his rising influence in the theatrical world—and his effortless command of red carpet style.
Elizabeth Debicki: Ethereal Minimalism in Dior Haute Couture
Presenting the Best New Play award to Giant, Elizabeth Debicki embodied quiet opulence in a white pleated gown from Dior’s Fall 2024 Haute Couture collection. The minimalist silhouette, styled by Elizabeth Saltzman, drew from classical drapery motifs—a signature of Maria Grazia Chiuri’s recent couture vision—combining antiquity with a modern sense of restraint.
The gown’s diaphanous fabric and fluid lines gave Debicki a statuesque serenity, amplifying her natural elegance with every step. René Caovilla sandals and delicate Hassanzadeh jewels provided the perfect counterpoint—understated yet intentional, reinforcing her reputation as a master of contemporary minimalism.
A Night of Triumphs, Onstage and Off
Beyond the red carpet, the night honored theatrical brilliance. Lesley Manville claimed Best Actress for Oedipus, while John Dagleish took home Best Actor in a Musical for the titular role in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. The evening’s top winners—Fiddler on the Roof, Giant, and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button—each took home three awards, underscoring a dynamic year in London theater.
Hosted by Billy Porter and Beverley Knight, the ceremony dazzled with performances from Why Am I So Single?, MJ The Musical, and a 40th-anniversary tribute to Les Misérables.
As the Olivier Awards evolve into a nexus of cultural and sartorial prestige, stars like Brody and Debicki prove that the artistry of the evening extends well beyond the footlights. In an age where red carpets rival the runways of Paris and Milan, London’s West End has never looked more fashion-forward.