Stars lined up for the inaugural Variety 2026 Power of Women London event on Wednesday. Emma Corrin led the high fashion squad with her suiting style, while stars like Emilia Clarke turned to designer labels such as Dior.
Hannah Waddingham and Cynthia Erivo, along with other guests, brought a fashion game to the red carpet wearing custom pieces by Vivienne Westwood and Sophie Couture. WWD examines these views and beyond.
Emma Corrin

Emma Corrin
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Emma Corrin wore a custom Miu Miu look for her red carpet outfit. “The Crown” alum’s look evoked power dressing with a single-breasted blazer, light blue button-down, and matching pants with the jacket. Colin added sparkle with Cartier jewelry and a pop of bright color with square-toed red heels.
Colin’s hair was styled by Hyun Sung Joo and his makeup was done by artist Gina Cain. Harry Lambert styled the “100 Nights of Hero” star’s Variety Power of Women London outfit.
Havana Rose Rue

Havana Rose Rue
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Havana Rose Liu turned to the Schiaparelli runway for the look. The “Bottoms” actress wore selections from the French luxury fashion house’s fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection. It was a black jacket with gold hardware buttons and embellishments, and was paired with baggy pants. The actress’ look was curated by Austin Turner.
Suki Waterhouse

Suki Waterhouse
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Feminine touches are incorporated throughout Suki Waterhouse’s look. The singer wore a creamy pink satin dress with bows at the neckline and hips, a pleated midi skirt and a fabric band that evoked a deconstructed approach. She also wore Jimmy Choo heels and jewelry courtesy of Tiffany & Co.
Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo
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“Wicked” Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo styles a custom Vivienne Westwood dress. The actress and singer’s tartan dress comes in shades of blue and brown and features an open neckline, high collar, long sleeves, and a high-low hemline. She also paired her dress with platform heels from the British brand.
As for accessories, Erivo wore jewelry by Mari, including a series of rings that spotlighted her statement nails. The actress’ look was supervised by stylist Jason Bolden.
Hannah Waddingham

Hannah Waddingham
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Hannah Waddingham chose Sophie Couture for her red carpet look. The “Ted Lasso” actress wore a custom dress by the brand that evoked an Old Hollywood style sensibility, with a plunging halter neckline and thigh-high slit. The waist was cinched to give the silhouette of the dress definition. Waddingham accessorized her outfit with Annabella Chan drop earrings.
emilia clarke

emilia clarke
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Emilia Clarke wore a midi dress with an asymmetrical hem from Dior’s Pre-Fall 2026 collection. The sleeveless dress is designed with a high neckline and flowing shift silhouette, with pleats that accentuate the asymmetrical angle of the hemline.
Variety’s 2026 Power of Women London event was held at the Chancery Rosewood Hotel on Wednesday and was hosted by Saturday Night Live UK star Ania Mariano. The night, the first of an annual series of events held in London, celebrated the achievements of performers and artists in the entertainment industry and the ways they have used their platforms to inspire change and continue progressive conversations to move the industry forward.
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