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Jessie Buckley has done it again. Tonight at the British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs), the Hamnet star took home the trophy for the prestigious Best Leading Actress award—and wore her lucky color for the occasion.
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Arriving at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in the heart of London, Buckley walked the red carpet in a striking blue gown draped with a cowl back. Made custom by Matthieu Blazy, the Chanel dress was adapted from a look that walked the runway as part of the 2026 Métiers d’art collection last fall.
The actor’s version—crafted from the same vibrant velvet fabric—swapped the original’s long sleeves for a sleeveless silhouette and adjusted the waistline. It was finished with silver floral embellishments on each shoulder.
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“This really does belong to the women past, present and future that have taught me and continue to teach me how to do it differently,” Buckley shared in her acceptance speech, addressing the crowd before turning her attention directly to her director. “Chloé Zhao, you are making history tonight as a storyteller. Thank you for your uncompromising artistry.”
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This was not the first time that Buckley won big in a show-stopping blue gown. Earlier this year, the BAFTA winner earned her first Golden Globe (also for Hamnet). There, she wore a silk baby-blue look by Jonathan Anderson for Dior. Styled by Danielle Goldberg, the asymmetrical number was draped with a singular off-the-shoulder detail and paired with sparkling diamond earrings.
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