At the UK premiere of her film The Moment in London, Charli XCX delivered a masterclass in modern, subversive glamour—stepping onto the blue carpet in a striking black leather ensemble by rising label AUGUST BARRON, styled by Chris Horan.
The look was unapologetically bold: a supple black leather zip-front jacket cinched at the waist with a subtle peplum flare, transforming what could have been utilitarian into something sharply sculptural. The gathered waist detail created shape and movement, giving the silhouette a couture-like structure while maintaining the raw attitude synonymous with Charli’s aesthetic.
She paired the jacket with sheer hosiery and dramatic over-the-knee leather boots that elongated the frame and amplified the ensemble’s commanding presence. The boots—sleek, structured, and sharply pointed—added a futuristic edge, aligning seamlessly with Charli’s reputation for pushing fashion boundaries.
Her beauty look remained intentionally restrained: long, center-parted jet-black hair cascading effortlessly, minimal makeup emphasizing natural contours, and a diamond necklace adding a touch of refined sparkle. The styling balanced rebellion with sophistication—an interplay between underground energy and red-carpet polish.
AUGUST BARRON’s design language often plays with structure, proportion, and material tension—and this moment encapsulated that ethos perfectly. The leather-on-leather pairing felt industrial yet elegant, fierce yet controlled. It was a look that spoke to Charli’s evolving cinematic chapter while staying rooted in the fearless identity that defines her artistry.
On a carpet awash with conventional gowns, Charli XCX chose power dressing with edge—proving once again that she doesn’t follow fashion narratives; she writes them.
