Lily James flashes her legs in silver bandeau gown with daring thigh-high split at UK premiere of Cinderella
She has been at the centre of controversy surrounding the appearance of her waist as one of Disney's best-loved princesses.
But putting the criticism to one side, Lily James cut an icy figure on Thursday evening at the UK premiere of Cinderella.
Taking to the blue carpet at London's Odeon Leicester Square, the 25-year-old looked amazing in a sparkly silver bandeau gown which featured a thigh high split.
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Simply beautiful: Lily James stunned on Thursday evening at the UK premiere of Cinderella in London
Dazzling: The 25-year-old actress wore a beautiful bandeau silver gown which featured a thigh high split
The floor length number did well to showcase, James' slender figure as she took to the spotlight.
Striking various poses for photographers, the Surrey born actress stood tall in a pair of chrome coloured strapped heeled sandals.
Beautified with two large gold buttons, Lily's dress was the polar opposite of the bouffant gown she wears in the famous fairytale.
Happy days: James beamed as she took to the spotlight at the Odeon in Leicester Square for the screening
Showing some support: Lily's boyfriend Matt Smith was also in tow with his sister Laura Jayne Smith
Smiling siblings: Matt, who has been dating Lily since 2014, donned the peace sign ans his sister beamed
All that glitters... The Surrey born actress stood with one hand on her hip as she took centre stage
Picture perfect: Lily was in extremely high spirits as she struck several poses for photographers
Leading lady: Lily's floor length knitted number was beautified with two large gold buttons
English Rose: The former Downton Abbey actress teamed the gown with several rings and floral earrings
Beautiful: James wore her straight blonde tresses down in a sleek centre parting tucked behind her ears
Elegant: Lily opted to keep her make-up simple and opted for winged eyeliner and rosy lips
Centre of attention: Lily looked like she was loving the merriment of the evening as she posed for pictures
In good spirits, Lily couldn't stop smiling as she sashayed across the blue carpet where she was joined by her co-stars Richard Madden and Sophie McShera.
Putting on an elegant display, James wore her straight blonde tresses down in a sleek centre.
Keeping her make-up simple, the star of the film opted for winged eyeliner as she accessorised with several rings and diamond earrings.
A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes... Lily was having a blast as she goofed about on the blue carpet
And vogue! The actress smouldered as she worked the blue carpet with various stunning poses
The good times never end: Lily was joined by her co-star Richard Madden who plays Prince Charming in the movie
In good hands: Cinderella and Prince Charming were joined by the film's director Sir Kenneth Branagh
Share the joke! Lily couldn't hold back her joy as Sophie McShera joined her at the photocall
Getting along: The pair laughed as they caught up with one another in front of the cameras
Flashing their pearly whites: Holliday Grainger was also in tow for the photocall ahead of the London screening of the live-action remake
Drisella and Anastasia Tremaine: McShera and Grainger play the roles of Cinderella's ugly sisters in the eagerly awaited movie
Fabulous fashion choices... Hayley Atwell was also in tow while Sophie and Holliday wowed in contrasting gowns
Let's take a selfie: Holliday smiled as she took time out of the photocall for a quick meet and greet session with fans
Proving to be Lily's real life Prince Charming, Matt Smith made an appearance at the premiere to support his girlfriend's leading role.
In the company of his sister, Laura Jayne Smith, the former Doctor Who star flashed his pearly whites as he goofed around in front of the cameras.
Looking as dapper as ever, the clean shaven 32-year-old wore a three piece charcoal suit with a blueish grey shirt and navy tie.
Reunited and it feels so good! Lily beamed as her onscreen Fairy Godmother Helena Bonham Carter arrived on the blue carpet
No letting go... Bonham Carter and James stood hand in hand as they giggled while the event went on
Exchanging compliments: Helena and Lily smiled at each other as they chatted away during the London premiere
Providing the laughter: Bonham Carter was very animated as she seemed to tell Lily a very amusing joke
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo! Helena Bonham Carter looked glamorous in a teal gown which featured black flowers
Give us a twirl: The 48-year-old actress spun around to give a full look at her structured beautiful dress
Take a bow: Helena appeared to do a curtsey as she stood in front of the flashing lights
The Fairy Godmother: The brunette wore her up in curls and donned a butterfly hair accessory
Still in character? Bonham Carter put on quite the show for the cameras ahead of the screening
One of the best to ever do it: The porcelain beauty dazzled with the help of chandelier drop earrings
Blooming lovely: Helena wore hues of purple and pink shadow which did well to compliment her brown eyes
From above: The blue carpet at the premiere looked magical as it was decorated with greenery to resemble an enchanted forest
Helena Bonham Carter, who takes on the role of The Fairy Godmother in the film, was also in tow.
Sticking with the theme of the movie, Helena looked like she was ready for the ball in a teal gown which was embellished with black flowers.
Wearing her brunette locks up in curls, the 48-year-old donned a butterfly hair accessory as she dazzled with the help of chandelier drop earrings.
Stars of the evening: All eyes were on Lily and Richard as presenter Sarah-Jane Crawford led the proceedings
Cinderella and Prince Charming: The British actress and Scottish actor cut seriously suave figures as they stood against a poster for the film
Getting along: The acting duo laughed as they reunited for pictures at the star-studded event in London's West End
He sure is charming: Lily tilted her head back as Richard told an anecdote while the cameras kept rolling
Richard, who plays Prince Charming in the film, made the premiere something of a date night as he was joined by his girlfriend Jenna Coleman.
Showering her with affection, Madden planted a kiss on her forehead as they posed for pictures side by side.
As her beau kept it simple in a three piece suit, Coleman turned heads in an unusual fluffy-trimmed mullet dress.
With his leading lady: Richard looked sharp in a black suit while his girlfriend Jenna Coleman wore an unusual fluffy hemmed dress
Sweet: Richard planted an adorable kiss on Jenna's head as they made for an extremely handsome pair at the photocall
Date night: Director Sir Kenneth Branagh was joined by his better half wife Lindsay Brunnock who looked lovely in a black dress
From behind-the-scenes to the frontline... Cinderella costume designer Sandy Powell and producer Amanda Lamb were both in tow
The $95million live-action fantasy is set to hit cinemas in the UK on March 27 and also stars Cate Blanchett, Hayley Atwell and Ben Chaplin.
Directed by Sir Kenneth Branagh, the film was inspired by Charles Perrault's fairy tale Cinderella and borrows elements from the unforgettable 1950 Disney animated motion picture.
Although the film has received positive review, it recently faced backlash due to the appearance of Cinderella's tiny waist in her ball gown.
The parents shall go to the ball: Michelle Heaton and husband Hugh Hanley took a night off babysitting duties to attend the premiere
Showing off her post-baby body: Kimberly Wyatt looked great in a floor length navy dress that featured a strappy back
'From rags to riches! I'm ready for the ball': Stacey Solomon gushed about her ensemble on Twitter before the premiere
Enjoying the perks of the job: Anna Williamson and X Factor reject Lauren Platt seemed excited to watch the film
Doing her best Cinderella impression... Fashion designer Charlotte Dellal looked like she could be a part of the cast
A night out with the bump: Pregnant actress and model Camilla Rutherford cradled her bump as she stopped for a picture
'What a magical night': Sarah-Jane Crawford played the role of host with the most at the premiere as she welcomed the stars
Speaking in a press conference ahead of the premiere, Lily hit back at critics deeming the issue 'irrelevant'.
Stating that children are more interested in Cinderella's morals than her body, she said: 'Why on earth are we focusing on something so irrelevant?'
'I've had friends' kids and a little boy called Daniel, whose nine, who said "it's amazing how you promised your mum to be kind and good and you remembered it" that's the message,' Lily explained.
Full line-up: Hayley Atwell, Helena Bonham Carter, Sophie McShera, director Sir Kenneth Branagh, Lily James, Richard Madden and Holliday Grainger (left to right) joined forces for a cast and crew photograph
Dreams do come true: Lily rested her head on Sir Branagh's shoulder as she giggled along with fellow actress Sophie
One to watch... The highly anticipated remake of the classic Disney fairy tale Cinderella hits UK cinemas on March 27
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