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It was sartorial show time on Sunday evening as the best and brightest thespians in the country gathered for the Evening Standard’s annual theatre awards .
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Rita Ora and Suki Waterhouse were among those to flex their red carpet fashion muscles, turning heads in an array of colourful ensembles that were no less theatrical than the productions they were honouring.
From Anna Wintour defying convention by rocking her signature shades inside to Rita Ora showing the world what kind of bird she is in a festoon of feathers, see the best-dressed celebritie s of the night by flicking through our gallery below.
Show all 20 1 /20Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Anna Wintour The America Vogue editor proved that wearing sunglasses inside is far from the faux pas it's made out to be. In fact, as Wintour displays, it can be quite the fashion statement, especially when paired with oriental florals and that signature bob haircut.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Rita Ora The ‘Girls’ singer opted for a dusky rose gown by Mugler, which was pulled from the brand’s 1997 archive.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Ralph Fiennes The 'Anthony and Cleopatra' actor wrapped up for the evening in a knee-length, double-breasted grey coat.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Immy Waterhouse Sometimes the best red carpet looks are the ones that leave the bells and whistles on the dressing room floor - this is one of those. The British model struck a sharp and understated silhouette in this tailored suit by Stella McCartney.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Letitia Wright The 'Black Panther' actor opted for a full-length gown by Chanel with heavily-embroidered sleeves.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Sophie Okonedo The British actor, who stars alongside Fiennes in 'Anthony and Cleopatra', wore a tartan-like green gown for the evening.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Joely Richardson Tulle and sparkly embellishments combine to give this Needle & Thread gown the full princess treatment and Richardson wears the metaphorical crown with grace.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Annabelle Wallis The ‘Peaky Blinders’ actor went full Grecian goddess in this white strappy gown by Stella McCartney, who she posed with on the red carpet.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Idris Elba The savvy British actor decided his three-piece suit wasn't quite as coordinated as he would've liked, so he also wore grey suede shoes, just in case you didn't get the memo.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Clara Paget Proving that the LBD still reigns supreme in winter occasionwear, the British model and actor wore a dark stiff silk gown by Michael Kors.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Beverley Knight Orange is the new hue du jour, if this Sean Christopher suit is anything to go by. The British singer paired her tangerine-coloured ensemble with gold stiletto heels.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Claire Foy Given that the British actor has played The Queen for nearly two years on 'The Crown', it was only fitting that she arrived in a gown that was fit for a queen, which, for consistency, was from Alexander McQueen - the clue is in the name.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Maya Jama The radio 1 DJ chose a girlish tiered tulle gown by Zeynep Kartal for the occasion, which she paired with over-sized hoop earrings and silver jewellery.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Cressida Bonas The actor proved her leading lady credentials in this dramatic orange and gold gown by Giorgio Armani.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Suki Waterhouse Looking like she's just stepped off the little house on the prairie, the British model wore a pastel blue gown from Brock Collection.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Phoebe Waller-Bridge The 'Killing Eve' writer was awash with roses on the red carpet in this silk off-the-shoulder gown by Richard Quinn.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Jenna Coleman This gown presents two conflicting tales. Up top, it's all gothic grandeur and bold lace. But the floral skirt offers up something more delicate and traditional, making for a pleasing clash of moods.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Emily Berrington The ‘Humans’ actor wore a long-sleeved cream silk gown by Temperley London complete with cutouts at the waist - a demure look that was finished off with a slick of scarlet lipstick.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Lady Kitty Spencer The British royal wore a sheer lace black gown for the evening, which had a full-flowing skirt.
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Best-dressed at the Evening Standard Theatre Awards 2018 Ellie Bamber The 21-year-old actor wore a textured gown by Chanel, complete with a furry blue and green trim.
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