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Maura and Vogue dazzle in daring gowns on the NTA red carpet

Vogue Williams and Maura Higgins turned heads at the NTAs.
Vogue Williams and Maura Higgins turned heads at the NTAs.

The Irish stars were out in force at the 2025 National Television Awards in London last night, with Vogue Williams and Maura Higgins stepping out in two daring outfits.

Billed as British television's "most glamorous night", the National Television Awards celebrate the best in television - as voted by viewers and fans.

Millions of votes are cast each year via post, telephone and online, and the results are revealed live on ITV in a celebration of the year's most popular stars and shows.

Vogue Williams wears a black satin dress on the red carpet
Vogue wearing SML London

Presented once again by comedian Joel Dommett, this year's event hosted guests such as Cat Deely, Molly-Mae Hague and Gary Lineker, among others.

But our attention was on the Irish stars walking the red carpet, both of whom happened to be among the best dressed of the night.

Styled by Corina Gaffey, Vogue Williams flew the flag for Irish design, wearing a striking Old Hollywood-inspired black satin gown by SML London, a luxury fashion label designed by Irishman Stephen McLaughlin that specialises in contemporary pieces.

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: Vogue Williams attends the NTA's 2025 at The O2 Arena on September 10, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images for the NTA's)

The Aoibhí dress was a bespoke design for the presenter and author, and featured a 1930s-esque silhouette with a plunging V-neckline, a low back and ruching at the waist.

She paired the dazzling gown with chunky gold bracelets, gold hoop earrings, a slicked back bun and - of course - a glowing tan.

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Maura Higgins attends the NTA's 2025 at The O2 Arena on September 10, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for the NTA's)

Elsewhere on the red carpet, Maura Higgins leaned into the new season with a sultry spin on autumn fashion.

The Love Island star wore a bold burgundy gown that featured a form-fitting leather skirt with lace-up detailing throughout and a satin halterneck top that gathered at the neck and trailed into a short, flowy train at the back.

A close up photo of Maura Higgins at the NTAs

Higgins paired the racy look with nude nails, gold jewellery and a slicked-back hair-do. Her makeup was warm and glowy, with a smokey eye, a nude lip and plenty of pink blush.

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