Cara who? Jourdan Dunn leads the way at Harper's Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards as she clinches model prize
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She arrived on the modelling scene much earlier than her British counterpart, Cara Delevingne.
But it seems that all of Jourdan Dunn's hard work has finally paid off as she scoops up the Model prize at Harper's Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards on Tuesday evening.
The 23-year-old looked stunning in her monochrome ensemble whilst she posed for the cameras whilst holding her award at Claridge's hotel, on Brook Street.
Well-deserved: Jourdan Dunn holds up her much-deserved model award at the Harper's Bazaar event on Tuesday evening
Winner: Jourdan Dunn won the Model award at Harper's Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards at Claridge's hotel
The black and white panel dress was completed with a sexy side-split to highlight the model's statuesque physique.
Jourdan accessorised with a black clutch bag and a delicate silver ring and bracelet whilst leaving her long raven locks to tumble over her shoulder.
She had to qualms about giving smouldering looks to the cameras, which only highlighted her flawless complexion and magnificent cheekbones.
Smouldering: Jourdan shows why she earned the model award at the event as she gives her best smouldering look to the cameras
Jourdan, who was first discovered in a Primark store in Hammersmith, was not the only one to pick up a prestigious award at the ceremony which honours women from the worlds of art, fashion, film and music.
American actress Gillian Anderson opted for full-on gothic glamour as she hit the red carpet in the capital, dazzling in a black satin splayed-hem gown with floral embellishment.
She scooped up the Television Icon award at the event, for her many roles including playing Dana Skully in hit TV series The X Files.
Making a statement: American actress Gillian Anderson opted for full-on gothic glamour as she hit the red carpet in the capital, dazzling in a black satin splayed-hem gown with floral embellishment
Although David could not attend the prestigious occasion, Victoria Beckham did not fly solo as she attended the 2013 Harper's Bazaar Women of the Year Awards at London's Claridge's Hotel on Tuesday evening.
The 39-year-old designer was accompanied by her handsome teenage son Brooklyn, 14, as she picked up the coveted Special Contribution to British Fashion award at the star-studded event.
Demure: Victoria Beckham pulls a demure pose when holding up her award for Special Contribution to British Fashion
LBD: Showing off her typically impeccable style credentials, Victoria opted for a simple, yet sophisticated, full-length black gown for the star-studded occasion
Cate Blanchett opted for understated elegance with her choice of outfit, choosing a simple khaki full-length gown, while wearing her blonde locks swept into a chic chignon.
But when the Hollywood star - who won the International Actress award - turned around to show off her look, she revealed a daring cutaway scooped back and a brave thigh-high split.
Effortless elegance: Cate Blanchett opted for understated elegance with her choice of outfit, choosing a simple khaki full-length gown, while wearing her blonde locks swept into a chic chignon
Representing the boys at the female-laden ceremony, Luther actor Idris Elba looked typically dapper in a sky blue wool coat as he posed alongside Gillian Anderson on the red carpet before collecting his Man of the Year gong.
However he was not the only male in attendance, as Sir Mick Jagger also cut a dapper figure in a maroon silk blazer and crisp white shirt as he posed on the red carpet with his long-term partner, L'Wren Scott.
The fashion designer - who won the Tastemaker award - showed off her toned porcelain legs in a delicate kimono-style red and white dress, featuring a daring thigh-high split, as she posed up a storm alongside her rocker beau.
He's the man: Idris Elba arrives for the Harper's Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards in a fetching blue coat
The thigh's the limit! The fashion designer showed off her toned porcelain legs in a delicate kimono-style red and white dress, featuring a daring thigh-high split, as she posed up a storm alongside her rocker beau
Also being the supportive husband was Oscar-winning British actor Colin Firth and his wife Livia, who picked up the Green Award.
The King's Speech star looked dapper as he showed off his newly-slimline figure in a slick black suit, while his Italian wife was the picture of elegance in a black floor-length high-neck gown with a satin bodice.
Actress Naomie Harris added a touch of Hollywood glamour to the proceedings, showcasing her slim frame in an elegant plunging midi-dress, featuring daring sheer bra detail at the cleavage.
The 37-year-old star completed her positively showstopping look with towering strappy shoe boots, and wore her raven locks swept back from her neck to show off the design of her striking gown in all its glory as she collected the British actress accolade.
Her turn in the spotlight! Livia picked up the Green Award for her environmental efforts
Pleased: Naomie Harris looked pleased with herself for clinching the British Actress award
Taking the plunge: Actress Naomie Harris added a touch of Hollywood glamour to the proceedings, showcasing her slim frame in an elegant plunging midi-dress, featuring daring sheer bra detail at the cleavage
Rita Ora certainly commanded attention as she hit the red carpet, showing off newly-dyed platinum locks that were so bright they were almost white.
Shunning her usual penchant for outlandish ensembles, the 22-year-old singer chose to show off her incredible hourglass curves in a simple oatmeal-coloured gown with dramatic fishtail detailing.
Injecting a welcome pop of colour to her outfit, the How We Do hitmaker completed her look with a slick of rouge lipstick and dazzling winged eyeliner as she collected her Musician award.
She's ecstatic: Rita Ora looked very pleased with herself for winning the music award
Dressed to impress: Shunning her usual penchant for outlandish ensembles, the 22-year-old singer chose to show off her incredible hourglass curves in a simple oatmeal-coloured gown with dramatic fishtail detailing
Russian model Natalia Vodianova, winner of the Philanthropist accolade, chose a black and cobalt-cut out number, while British actress Ruth Wilson opted for a quirky and futuristic multicoloured flared shift dress with a sheer cutaway to accentuate her slim waist.
Harper’s Bazaar editor-in-chief Justine Picardie said: 'The annual Harper’s Bazaar Women of the Year Awards are a timely reminder of the incredible achievements that women have made in the worlds of fashion, art, business, books, philanthropy, film and theatre.
'This year’s winners are all truly remarkable, with talents and ambitions that are matched by their heartfelt commitment and compassion.’
The 2013 Harper's Bazaar Women of the Year Awards were held in association with Estée Lauder, Audemars Piguet and Selfridges & Co.
Beaming with pride: Natalia Vodianova, winner of the Harper's Bazaar Philanthropist of the Year Awards and designer Stella McCartney pose for photographers
Model behaviour: Russian model Natalia Vodianova chose a black and cobalt-cut out number with a fishtail hem
2013 HARPER'S BAZAAR WOMEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS - FULL LIST OF WINNERS
Gillian Anderson – Television Icon
Victoria Beckham – Special Contribution to British Fashion
Cate Blanchett – International Actress
Jourdan Dunn – Model
Idris Elba – Man of the Year
Livia Firth – Green Award
Frida Giannini – International Designer
Naomie Harris – British Actress
Aerin Lauder – Businesswoman
Rita Ora – Musician
JK Rowling – Inspiration
L’Wren Scott – Tastemaker
The creators, producers and cast of Downton Abbey – Special Contribution
Natalia Vodianova - Philanthropist
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