Carey Mulligan creates a statement in sheer powder purple tulle dress at star-studded Suffragette premiere in London... following the birth of her first child
Earlier in the day at the opening of the 59th BFI London Film Festival she made her first public appearance after reportedly giving birth to her first child.
Returning to the spotlight in stunning fashion, Carey Mulligan made a statement on Wednesday evening at the Suffragette premiere.
Taking to the red carpet at London's Odeon Leicester Square, the 30-year-old cut a delicate figure in a powder purple tulle dress.
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English Rose: Carey Mulligan looked beautiful on Wednesday evening at the Suffragette premiere in London
Bold and beautiful: Mulligan was hard to miss in her unique dress as she posed for pictures on the red carpet
Carey looked beautiful in a sheer mid length number that was decorated with silver beaded and featured a tutu styled hemline as well as exaggerated sleeves.
Wearing her brunette hair down in loose curls, Mulligan worked a centre parting as she opted for minimal makeup.
Standing tall in strappy black heeled sandals, the Westminster born star accessorised with diamond earrings and a several rings.
Pretty in purple: The 30-year-old created a statement in her multi-layered sheer mid length dress
Happy days: Carey, who recently welcomed her first child, beamed as she journeyed along the red carpet
Best foot froward: Striding along in her heels, the screen beauty appeared to be in her element
The Only Girl In The World: Carey was the main attraction at the BFI Opening Gala Night
Picture perfect: Mulligan opted to keep her makeup simple as she wore her brunette hair in loose curls
Making time for fans: The the star-studded screening, Carey handed out her autograph and selfies
She's in demand: Mulligan has starred in films including The Great Gatsby, An Education and Drive
Mulligan, who is married to rocker Marcus Mumford, is said to have recently become a first-time mother according to E! News.
A source said: 'Carey has given birth to a healthy and happy baby. She is just enjoying this time with her family and close friends.'
The birth has also been reported by Us Weekly, with a source saying: 'The baby is healthy. They have been loving being parents and their friends and family are thrilled.'
The private actress had not confirmed she was expecting a child, but reports surfaced earlier this year when she was seen at a stream of events wearing oversized, voluminous clothing and sporting a bump.
There is no confirmation on whether the under-the-radar couple have had a baby boy or a girl.
Slight malfunction: During the photocall, Carey suffered from a watery eye and was seen drying her tears
Here to help: A member of the crew offered the new mother some assistance was wiped her eyes
Stunning line-up: Carey was joined by Romola Garai, Helena Bonham Carter and Anne-Marie Duff at the event
Working the angles: Romola, Helena, Anne-Marie and Carey were all striking in their camera ready looks
In the spotlight... The four film stars cuddled up to one another as they posed for a group photograph
Looking great from all views: The group had all eyes on them as the photographers got to work
Good times: Duff and Mulligan were seen sharing a jokes as the camera flashed
Sharing the goss! Helena was as animated as ever as she conversed with Romola
The fun times never end: As they wrapped the group shot, the actresses huddled together and talked for a bit
Meanwhile, Meryl Streep was hard to miss at the red carpet affair as she stood out in a bright outfit.
Owning the event, the iconic American actress looked divine in a plunging cobalt blue gown beautified with twist and knot detail.
Styling her hair in a chic up do, Streep, 66, put on a flawless display as she posed for pictures.
Owning the screening: Meryl Streep stood out in a divine cobalt blue gown beautified with twist and knot detail
One of the best to ever do it! The 66-year-old wore her blonde hair out of her face in a chic up do
Living legend: Streep gave the crowd a big wave as she arrived at the star-studded event
Star of the night: The three-time Academy Award winner was in high spirits throughout the photocall
Flashing lights: Streep was the definition of elegance as she stopped for pictures
Ready for her close-up: The mother-of-four wore nude lipstick as she lined her eyes with black kohl
She's loving it! Meryl looked delighted as she shared a few laughs with her doting fans
Overwhelmed: One female admirer appeared to be in floods of tears as she came face to face with the star
Helena Bonham Carter was also in tow at the star-studded premiere but clearly decided enough was enough when she found her high heels a little too much to bear on the red carpet.
Posing for photos, the 49-year-old went barefoot as she shunned her usual kooky style for a very simple black velvet dress which had semi-sheer sections at the front.
Helena tied her brunette locks up and on top of her head while keeping to her trademark gothic style with a pale palette of make-up and a slash of colour to her tonal look thanks to ruby red lipstick.
Effortless style: Helena Bonham Carter looked incredible as she shunned her usual kooky style for a very simple black velvet dress which had semi-sheer sections
Ditching the heels: Enough was enough when the 49-year-old found her high heels a little too much to bear
Say cheese! Helena posed for a few photos with fans before the main event kicked off at the cinema
In demand: Bonham Carter was bombarded by her admirers as she offered her signature
As dapper ass always: Ben Whishaw, who plays Sonny in Suffragette, looked sharp in a tuxedo
Date night: Sir John Hurt and his wife Anwen Rees-Myers were among guests in tow at the premiere
Make them green with envy: The Chief Executive of the British Film Institute Amanda Nevill was in attendance
However, Helena's heels were not the only things wreaking havoc at the premiere as protesters campaigning for more support for victims of domestic violence in Britain picketed the event.
The demonstration arranged by the Sisters Uncut group, set off smoke flares and laid down on the red carpet as they chanted 'dead women can't vote'.
The film's stars Mulligan and Bonham Carter said the protest, which the group said was inspired by the suffragettes, was the 'perfect response' to the movie's message.
Around a dozen members of Sisters Uncut group, which describes itself as a network being set up to highlight cuts to domestic violence services used protest method by the original suffragettes.
Ironic! The demonstration was arranged by the Sisters Uncut group, who set of smoke flares and laid down on the red carpet in London's Leicester Square as they chanted 'dead women can't vote'
Bold: Sisters Uncut describes itself as a network set up to highlight cuts to domestic violence services
Their mark! The red carpet was temporarily shut down after the group stormed it as part of their vocal protest
Historic methods... Around a dozen members of the groupstormed the red carpet and lay down - a method used by the original suffragettes
Chaos: Security guards and police seemed unsure how to deal with the protesters as they lay on the carpet
Stars of the evening: Helen and Laura Pankhurst, great granddaughter and great-great granddaughter of Emmeline Pankhurst, were also in tow at the red carpet affair
The protesters carried banners saying 'cuts kill' and 'dead women can't vote'.
'We are suffragettes,' they shouted, and 'Domestic violence cuts kill,' referring to cuts to domestic abuse services.
Other protesters held banners with the words '50/50 Parliament', calling for equality in the British Government.
During the incident the red carpet was temporarily shut down as security guards attempted the remove the protesters.
Supportive: James McAvoy supported wife Anne-Marie on the red carpet for the premiere
Night out: The couple are both raising their profiles in the acting world with exciting new jobs
Gooey-eyed: The pair shot adoring looks at each other on the red carpet
Cute couple: The couple, who have a son called Brendan, have been together for nine years now
Flashing their pearly whites: James gifted some female fans with photos as his wife signed autographs
Grecian goddess: Romola looked amazing in a semi-sheer white checked gown teamed with a metallic belt
Work it! The English actress, who has appeared in Amazing Grace, Atonement, and Glorious 39, took selfies
On Wednesday afternoon Carey and her co-star joined forces at The Lanesborough Hotel, as they launched the BFI London Film Festival with their new film Suffragette.
The British star kept her look on the glamorous side of casual, teaming a patterned sweater with a contrasting printed skirt.
The chunky knitwear, black with a metallic orange floral design, was a bold choice with her blue hued A-line skirt, that sat just to her knees.
Coming soon: The period drama is dud for release in the UK on Monday October 12, 2015
They know how to have a good time: Inside the cinema, the group were seen sharing a giggle
Leading the laughter: Meryl appeared to say something which set Helena and Anne-Marie off
Catching up: Brendan Gleeson and Streep were pictured chatting away before being joined by their co-stars
Squad goals: Gleeson, Mulligan, Streep, Bonham Carter, Duff, Abi Morgan, Sarah Gavron and Ben Whishaw
The beauty wore her mid-length brown locks down and lightly curled for the event, while keeping her make-up light and natural.
Meanwhile Oscar-winner Meryl, 66, looked youthful in her pretty lilac, black and green dress, her blonde locks worn simply in a loose, carefree style.
The pair looked to be having a whale of a time on the red carpet, joking about with one another, before sitting down to chat about the film at a small press conference.
Floral fancy: Mulligan stepped out for the first time since welcoming a 'happy and healthy baby' as she appeared at the Suffragete photo call as the BFI London Film Festival kicked off on Wednesday afternoon
Talented twosome: New mother Carey was joined by her co-star Meryl Streep at the movie event
Carey's appearance was the first she has made in public in several months, after she was reported to be pregnant with her first child with husband Marcus, of folk-rock group Mumford & Sons, earlier this year.
The actress had been pictured wearing loose-fitting outfits, sparking rumours that she was carrying a child.
Although there has been no confirmation of a baby from her side, she did recently speak out about her desire to be a mother and hinted at the exciting 'next phase' of her life.
She said in an interview with ELLE magazine: 'I've always wanted to be a mother. I love what I do, but I'm excited for this next phase of my life.'
Power pair: Carey, 30, appears in the film as Maud Watts - a working wife and mother who becomes a suffragette - while Meryl, 66, portrays Emmeline Pankhurst
Delightful: Beaming Carey eschewed a more dressy ensemble for a sparkly yet casual floral print sweater
One of the more notable appearances was at the 2015 Tony Awards: Carey stepped out on the red carpet in a striking, voluminous red dress that completely distracted from her slender figure.
And it was shortly after then that Us Weekly claimed she was pregnant.
A source close to the Drive actress, who was nominated for her role in Broadway play Skylight at the time, told the site: 'They weren't planning on announcing, but she hasn't stopped working.
'Everybody around her is being very supportive. The show ends soon and they're going back to England after.'
Such fun! Meryl larked around on the red carpet at the BFI photo call, seemingly pretending to tickle her younger colleague
Don't! Carey was in fits of laughter as she protested Meryl's advances
Back to work: Carey has been out of the public eye for the past few months, as she returned to the spotlight at the press event on Wednesday
Carey had been setting the rumour mill whirring in the late spring due to her public appearances, which saw her veer towards trapeze-shaped dresses or billowing shirts, but she and her husband of three years remained tight-lipped.
She had previously admitted her desire to have children, though, as she gave an insight during another interview.
Carey shared her views about having kids in a chat with The Mirror, saying: 'I don't think you can ever be worried about your career when it comes to stuff like that. You've got to have some perspective.'
Joking around: Good-humoured Meryl had the panel in stitches while chatting about the film
Altogether now: (L-R) Director Sarah Gavron, Abi Morgan, Alison Owen, Carey, Faye Ward and Meryl joined forces for a group shot at the photo call
Meanwhile, period drama Suffragette, directed by Sarah Gavron and written by Abi Morgan, tells the story of the British women's suffrage movement of the late 19th and early 20th century, with Streep playing British suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst.
Helen Pankhurst, the great grand-daughter of suffragette Emmeline, and Laura Pankhurst - Emmeline's great great grand-daughter - will also attend the gala screening, which comes ahead of the film's release on October 12.
Carey's character Maud in Suffragete - which also stars Helena Bonham Carter - is a working wife and mother whose life is forever changed when she is secretly recruited to join the UK's growing suffragette movement led by Pankhurst.
Maud becomes a foot soldier for the cause alongside women from all walks of life, who are eventually forced underground to pursue a dangerous game of cat and mouse with an increasingly brutal State.
Oversized ensemble: At the 2015 Tony Awards in June, Carey's large red dress caused speculation over a pregnancy to heighten
Chic: In May, and during many other public appearances in late spring/early summer, Carey continued to dwarf her frame with voluminous attire
Radicalised and turning to violence as the only route to change, they were willing to lose everything in their fight for equality - their jobs, their homes, their children and their lives.
Talented trio Carey, Meryl and Helena lead the charge as leaders and foot soldiers of the women's right to vote fight in the late 19th and early 20th century.
The festival runs from October 7 to 18, with Steve Jobs - starring Michael Fassbender - closing the 10-day event.
MailOnline has contacted a representative for Carey Mulligan and is awaiting comment.
Close pair: Carey and Marcus Mumford, who tied the knot in 2012, have remained tight-lipped over baby speculation
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