MEET THIS YEAR'S WOMEN OF THE YEAR


                                               Women of the Year 2018: winners portfolio

We celebrate at this year's glittering ceremony, in partnership with Michael Kors, the inspirational winners of our annual awards, from writers to actresses, designers to models. What they share is heartfelt commitment and a profound sense of sisterhood – the values that we at Bazaar also hold dear.
Tom Craig


1.   British actress - Keira Knightley

One of the most celebrated actresses of her generation, 
Keira Knightley has spent the past three years 
juggling the demands of motherhood 
and a stellar career.

Lydia Slater for Harper's Bazaar



2. Role model - Cameron Russell


The activist is mobilising her fellow models, 
revolutionising the fashion industry 
in the process.

Courtesy of Givenchy

3. Designer Award - Clare Waight Keller

Givenchy's brilliant artistic director 
kept fashion's biggest secret this year, 
discreetly designing Meghan Markle's 
glorious wedding dress, 
while continuing the rich legacy 
of the fabled French maison.


Josh Shinner for Harper's Bazaar
 4. Florence Pugh

This talented young actress is rounding off an exceptional year with a starring role in John le Carrés gripping spy                                                                        thriller 
                                                           The Little Drummer Girl.



Richard Phibbs for Harper's Bazaar


5. Outstanding performance - Gemma Arterton


She may have begun as a Bond Girl, 
but she has since eschewed stereotypical roles 
in favour of strong female characters with 
compelling stories to tell.


Richard Phibbs for Harper's Bazaar


6.  Contribution to the Arts - Gillian Wearing


The artist's legacy is now cast in bronze 
                                            thanks to her groundbreaking 
                                       suffragist statue in Parliament Square.


Richard Phibbs for Harper's Bazaar

7. Campaigner - Gina Miller


Whether taking the government to court, 
or speaking out about domestic abuse, 
this champion of democracy and equality 
continues to lead and inspire.



Richard Phibbs for Harper's Bazaar
8. TV actress - Jenna Coleman
 
With outstanding appearances in Doctor Who, Victoria and the haunting drama The Cry, Jenna Coleman has established herself as a leading lady of the small screen.


Richard Phibbs for Harper's Bazaar


9. British icon - Kristin Scott Thomas

For more than three decades, 
Kristin Scott Thomas has lit up the screen, 
from her unforgettable performance in the 
Oscar-winning The English Patient 
to her powerful role as Clementine Churchill 
in Darkest Hour. Now she is taking on a new challenge 
with her directorial debut.

Simon Emmett

10. Music icon - Kylie Minogue


Having enjoyed unprecedented longevity 
in a dazzling career, the legendary singer 
remains the brightest star in the pop firmament.


Agata Pospieszynska





11. Contributor to culture - Lauren Cuthbertson

The Royal Ballet principal dancer brings grace 
and dedication to every performance, 
whether she is debuting an original piece 
or reinterpreting a classic.


Richard Phibbs






12. Editor’s choice - Lily James


From the award-winning Darkest Hour to a joyful musical hit, 
the versatile British actress continues to enchant audiences 
with her effortless wit, charm and accomplishments.

Richard Phibbs


13. Writer - Sarah Waters

As The Little Stranger makes the leap 
from page to screen in a critically acclaimed adaptation, 
this renowned author continues to shape 
the cultural landscape 
with her subtly subversive novels.
Sølve Sundsbø




14. Breakthrough designer - Susie Cave


Love, loss, sorority and salvation 
are threaded together in the dramatic dresses 
from the multi-talented creator of the Vampire's Wife.
Getty Images Melodie Jeng


15. Breakthrough model - Nicole Atieno


Rising Kenyan model Nicole Atieno 
has walked for Gucci, Bottega Veneta 
and Valentino among countless others. 
Her fashion future looks bright indeed.










News Credit: Harpers Bazaar

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