Cosmopolitan announces winners of its Online Fashion Awards 2009
05-03-2009
This morning FC was invited to attend the Cosmo Fashion Awards breakfast event which took place at The Roof Gardens in Kensington. A whole host on online retailers, including asos.com, RiverIsland.co.uk and karenmillen.com mingled with the popular Cosmopolitan magazine team and other leading publications.
The event began with a delightful array of canapés and drinks as the early bird fashionistas gathered together in eager anticipation of what was soon to be revealed. Amongst the guests were celebrity Stylist Mark Heyes, who was one of the judges, Jessica Burley, Managing Director of Natmags, Louise Court, Editor of Cosmopolitan and representatives for each of the online retailers nominated.
Once we were all seated, Louise Court and Justine Southall, Publishing Director of Cosmo, commenced the awards ceremony, presenting each winner in turn.
The 16 award categories represent every element of fashion, from the hottest partywear and sexiest heels, to the best online jeweller and most ethical e-tailer. This year Cosmo decided to add a further award for a unique collaboration between one retailer and a celebrity Stylist!
The awards were judged by Fearne Cotton, Lisa Snowdon and Mark Heyes, together with Cosmopolitan's readers and fashion experts, the awards celebrate the very best in online fashion retailing.
The winners of 2009 are:
Hottest Partywear – karenmillen.com
Best Workwear – next.co.uk
Sexiest Lingerie – lasenza .co.uk
Most Ethical E-tailer – marksandspencer.com
Sexiest Heels – newlook.co.uk
Best for Bags – riverisland.com
Best Online Jeweller – Accessorize at monsoon.co.uk
Best for Watches – hsamuel.co.uk
Loves Your Curves – evans.co.uk
To-Die-For Denim – asos.com
Sexiest Must-Flaunt Sportswear – nike.com
Best for Bargains – asos.com
Best for Designer – net-a-porter.com
Best for One-Stop Shopping – next.co.uk
Best Newcomer – boohoo.com
Best Celebrity Fashion Campaign Online – Dorothy Perkins and Gok Wan
Online Retailer of the Year – asos.com
Highly commended were also awarded to:
Sexiest Lingerie – Figleaves
To-Die-For Denim – Newlook.co.uk
Unfortunately judges Fearne Cotton and Lisa Snowden were unable to attend today but made these comments before the event:
"Nothing quite beats surfing for a new wardrobe from the comfort of your own home," said Fearne Cotton. "The Cosmopolitan Online Fashion Awards provide the ultimate guide to the best fashion sites available. Being able to experience all the joys of shopping with no queues or crowds – complete heaven!"
"Shopping online has never been easier and Cosmopolitan has made it even more accessible," said Lisa Snowdon. "With increased time pressures combined with the sheer volume of fashion websites that cater for every shape and size, women can transform their wardrobe at the click of a mouse."
Online shopping certainly has become a phenomenon over the past few years. Fashion Enter works closely with asos.com and is delighted to report that a wide selection of its independent designers are showcasing on the leading etailer and continue to thrive on the success. Long may it continue!
