What's Hot?
From Peace To Nollywood: Towards The Next 30...
Three Decades Of Nollywood: Scholars, Literary Enthusiasts Hail...
Tems Wins First-ever Grammy, As Burna Boy Loses...
Court Orders Oxlade To Pay ₦5m Indemnity Over...
Artists gearing up for the Harlem fine arts...
International tourist arrivals doubled in 2022: UN
Amoako Boafo’s Launch of Ghana Residency Was a...
Morocco: National Finery Museum Reopens to Critical Aclaim
Five years after, Lagos Inaugurates Randle Centre for...
The future of global music is African
The Culture Newspaper
  • Home
  • Arts & Exhibitions
  • Culture & Festivals
    • Culture Africana
    • Culture People
  • Fashion & Lifestyle
    • Music, Movies & More
  • News
    • Travel News
  • Opinion
    • Reviews (The Critics)
  • TCN Literati
  • Tourism & Hospitality
Fashion & Lifestyle

Adut Akech named ‘Model of the Year’ at British Fashion Awards 2019

by The Culture Newspaper December 7, 2019
by The Culture Newspaper December 7, 2019

The 2019 British Fashion Awards is one of the glitziest nights of the year, (often referred to as the ‘Oscars’ of British fashion), where the top players in the industry are recognised for their incredible talent.

One of the most highly anticipated awards of the night is undoubtedly Model of the Year and this year’s line up was one of the most diverse to date.

Adesuwa Aighewi joined previous nominees Adut Akech, Adwoa Aboah, Kaia Gerber and Winnie Harlow for the coveted title.

It’s no mean feat to be honoured with the prestigious accolade, with a load of notable names previously winning the Model of the Year title.

Kate Moss won the first award back in 2001 and again 2006, while the most recent winners include Kaia Geber last year, Adwoa Aboah in 2017, Gigi Hadid in 2016, Jourdan Dunn in 2015 and 2008 and Cara Delevingne in 2014 and 2012.

So yeah, winning Model of the Year is a pretty major deal and solidifies your place in the British fashion industry, AKA you’ve officially made it.

And last night, Sudanese-Australian model Adut Akech took home the 2019 crown, beating out the likes of Kaia Gerber and Winnie Harlow.

It’s been an incredible year for the 19-year-old beauty whose meteoric rise in the industry has seen her become of 2019’s most in-demand models.

Adut served up pure elegance on the red carpet in a strapless emerald green velvet and taffeta dress by Pierpaolo Piccioli for Valentino, paired with crystal drop earrings and bedazzled silver rhinestone heels and a matching clutch.

 

View this post on Instagram

 

To the BFA awards this evening, @adutakech wore a dress from the #ValentinoHauteCouture Beijing collection specially designed for her in green by @pppiccioli.

A post shared by Valentino (@maisonvalentino) on Dec 2, 2019 at 12:23pm PST

Adut has had huge support from the industry, including British Vogue’s Editor-in-Chief Edward Enninful and supermodel Naomi Campbell who have taken the superstar under their wing.

But the model’s success hasn’t come without struggle. In an inspiring speech Adut, who moved to Australia with her family as a refugee, spoke about how rare it was for her to win such a prestigious awards.

“It is important for all of us to remember that someone like me winning this award is a rarity,” she said.

“This is for the young women and men who found representation and validation in my work. I want them to never be afraid of dreaming big like I once did.”

Naomi Campbell and Adut backstage at the Awards.

“To them, I say this: Whatever it is you want to do, whether it’s modelling or acting or medicine, you should never doubt yourself. Don’t let the world convince you that it is not possible.”

Adut took to Instagram Stories to celebrate her historic win with her followers, saying, “I f*cking did it, meet the 2019 Model of the Year, I did it!” she screamed holding up the award.

But we have a feeling this is just the beginning for the young model, 2020 watch out.

Source: cosmopolitan

0
FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappEmail
The Culture Newspaper

previous post
Cardi B Arrives in Lagos, Set To Perform at Livespot X Festival
next post
Who is Malick Sidibé, the great Malian photographer who inspires Gucci?

You may also like

Soludo Advocates ‘Made In Nigeria’ Clothes As Daughter...

September 19, 2022

​Ikoyi Club Launches Bespoke Main House, Golf Section...

September 13, 2022

Burkina Faso designers show there’s more to nation...

May 19, 2022

Sofía Jirau, 24, Becomes Victoria’s Secret’s First Model...

February 18, 2022

Highpoint Event Centre Berths On February 3

January 31, 2022

The world bought more champagne than ever last...

January 21, 2022

‘This is one of the worst Vogue covers...

January 17, 2022

Shatu Garko Stirs Hornet’s Nest By Winning Miss...

December 24, 2021

La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort Debuts First Africa’s...

December 20, 2021

Mwanwa Inspired Ensemble Wins Best National Costume At...

December 20, 2021

Leave a Comment Cancel Reply

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

Recent Posts

  • From Peace To Nollywood: Towards The Next 30 Years
  • Three Decades Of Nollywood: Scholars, Literary Enthusiasts Hail Ayorinde’s Book
  • Tems Wins First-ever Grammy, As Burna Boy Loses In Two Categories
  • Court Orders Oxlade To Pay ₦5m Indemnity Over Leaked Sex Tape
  • Artists gearing up for the Harlem fine arts show 15th anniversary

Sponsored

Recent Posts

  • From Peace To Nollywood: Towards The Next 30 Years

    February 9, 2023
  • Three Decades Of Nollywood: Scholars, Literary Enthusiasts Hail Ayorinde’s Book

    February 9, 2023
  • Tems Wins First-ever Grammy, As Burna Boy Loses In Two Categories

    February 6, 2023

Categories

  • Arts & Exhibitions
  • Culture & Festivals
  • Culture Africana
  • Culture People
  • Fashion & Lifestyle
  • Food
  • Music, Movies & More
  • News
  • Opinion
  • Photo News
  • Reviews (The Critics)
  • TCN Interview
  • TCN Literati
  • Tourism & Hospitality
  • Travel News
  • Travel Trends
  • Travelogue
  • What's Hot?
  • World Culture

Connect with us

Connect with us
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Youtube
  • About Us
  • Advertise With Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact Us

@2019 - The Culture Newspaper. All Right Reserved. Designed and Developed by Zero-One

The Culture Newspaper
  • Home
  • Arts & Exhibitions
  • Culture & Festivals
    • Culture Africana
    • Culture People
  • Fashion & Lifestyle
    • Music, Movies & More
  • News
    • Travel News
  • Opinion
    • Reviews (The Critics)
  • TCN Literati
  • Tourism & Hospitality