On the night of the 2013 British Fashion Awards, Rita Ora delivered not one but two memorable fashion statements—moving seamlessly from red-carpet opulence to after-party edge.
From crystal-soaked couture and collectible Louboutin heels to a daring Tom Ford transformation, the singer’s December evening in London captured her chameleonic approach to style at its most confident.
Rita Ora’s British Fashion Awards Red Carpet Look: Vivienne Westwood Gown & Crystal Louboutins
In December 2013, Rita Ora arrived at the London Coliseum for the British Fashion Awards, delivering a masterclass in high-octane glamour.
Rita Ora wears her blonde hair in soft curls at the British Fashion Awards 2013 at London Coliseum on December 2, 2013, in London, England (Credit: Daniel Dame / Lia Toby / Daniel Deme / WENN / Ivan Nikolov)
The singer paired a sequined Vivienne Westwood gown with crystal-embellished Christian Louboutin pumps, a look that remains a definitive example of red-carpet elegance from the era.
Rita Ora shimmers on the red carpet in a strapless, body-skimming sequined gown, pairing the liquid-metal silhouette with platinum waves and classic pointed-toe heels for old-Hollywood drama
The ensemble featured soft, bleach-blonde curls and a striking, floor-length silhouette. At the event, Rita was seen posing with Kate Moss, who had recently featured on the cover of Playboy magazine’s 60th-anniversary issue.
Rita Ora poses alongside Kate Moss, contrasting her glittering strapless dress with Moss’s plush ivory coat in a snapshot that captures the evening’s mix of modern glamour and fashion-industry royalty
The Christian Louboutin “Artifice Strass” pumps provided the perfect textural contrast to the sequins of her gown. Other celebrities who’ve worn these heels include Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Amy Adams.
Rita Ora, Brandon Green, and Kate Moss pose for photos on the red carpet of the British Fashion Awards
Rita has frequently turned to the French maison for major appearances, having been spotted wearing the “Farfamesh” sandals just days prior.
Rita Ora completes her sequined evening look with crystal-embellished Christian Louboutin pumps, their jeweled detailing catching the light against the red carpet
The “Artifice Strass” d’Orsay pumps, celebrated for their vibrant crystal patterns and intricate hand-applied embellishments, are now considered a rare collector’s piece. However, Christian Louboutin continues to evolve this high-shimmer aesthetic through newer icons like the Follies Strass, Degrastrass, and the Miss Z Sparkling collections.
While the original 2013 pairs are primarily found through luxury resale heritage sites, you can find the latest crystal-encrusted iterations and similar strass styles at Nordstrom and Mytheresa.
Black Artifice Strass pumps featuring tonal embroidery and smoky crystal appliqués, creating a celestial, night-sky effect across the satin upper and heel
Emerald-green Artifice Strass pumps embellished with multicolored crystals and vivid floral embroidery, delivering a high-impact jewel-tone take on Louboutin’s ornate d’Orsay silhouette
Rear view comparison of the Artifice Strass design, highlighting the intricate crystal placement along the heels and the iconic lacquered red soles that anchor the couture-level craftsmanship
Rita Ora’s After-Party Switch: Tom Ford Fur Coat & Zebra-Print Sandals
Rita capped off the evening by attending Playboy’s 60th-anniversary party hosted by Marc Jacobs and Kate Moss at the Playboy Club.
Rita Ora crowns her platinum waves with a sculptural gold leaf headpiece by Philip Treacy
Gone was her striking gown from earlier in the evening, and in its place was a dress with a much shorter hem.
Rita Ora slips into a plush Tom Ford Fall 2013 fur coat, its bold black-and-ivory pattern setting the tone for her high-fashion after-party entrance
The ShoeDazzle shoe designer covered herself with a furry coat from Tom Ford and switched to a zebra-printed pair of sandals from the same designer.
Singer Rita Ora attends Playboy’s 60th-anniversary issue party hosted by Marc Jacobs and Kate Moss at The Playboy Club on December 2, 2013, in London, England
Rita’s voguish sandals feature black and white zebra-print dyed haircalf (New Zealand) upper and 4″ covered conical heels.
Rita Ora finishes her after-party look in Tom Ford zebra-print ankle-strap sandals, their bold haircalf stripes and gold pin details spotlighted as she steps out
While Rita’s exact pair is now sold out, you can shop the most recent Tom Ford sandal and heel styles at Farfetch and Bergdorf Goodman.
Tom Ford Zebra-Print Pin-Detail Ankle-Strap Sandals
Tom Ford zebra-print pin-detail ankle-strap sandals, crafted in black-and-white dyed haircalf with a sculptural covered heel and signature gold hardware for a bold, high-glamour finish
More of Rita Ora’s Most Talked-About Shoe & Style Moments
From crystal-embellished red-carpet heels to bold street-style statements, this night is just one chapter in Rita Ora’s ever-evolving fashion story. For a deeper dive into how she uses shoes to shape her looks—across awards seasons, performances, and off-duty moments—explore more standout Rita Ora features curated by Your Next Shoes below.
👠 Rita Ora Shoe & Fashion Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- ✨ Rita Ora’s Red Carpet Style: From Stuart Weitzman ‘Nudist’ to Futuristic Zanotti Wedges — A comprehensive look at how Rita uses statement footwear to define her glamour from 2014 through 2021.
- 💖 Rita Ora & Emma Bunton’s Shoe Moments at the Music Industry Trust Awards — Showcasing refined slingback pumps and polished heels paired with standout red-carpet looks.
- 🏙️ Rita Ora Slays 3 Outfits Before The Hill in New York — A street-style tour de force anchored by statement heels and boots ahead of her Brooklyn concert.
- 📏 Rita Ora’s Height vs. Her Heels — How Rita uses towering heels from designers like Christian Louboutin and Giuseppe Zanotti to elevate her silhouette.
- 🌆 Rita Ora’s Glam Gladiator Moment in Altuzarra Sandals — Archive coverage of a bold gladiator-style sandal look from her early summer style era.
- 👡 Rita Ora at the America’s Next Top Model Premiere in Gianvito Rossi ‘Carlyle’ Sandals — Sleek heeled sandals paired with a statement Johanna Ortiz dress on the NYC red carpet.