From Keung To to Michelle Yeoh—the best dressed celebrities at the 2023 Hong Kong Film Awards

Actresses Louise Wong and Sammi Cheng, as well as the Mirror boys Edan Lui and Jer Lau, were among those who turned heads with their glamorous outfits on the red carpet last night

The 41st Hong Kong Film Awards, held last night at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, brought together the biggest names in the city’s film industry, as well as international celebrities including Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh, who attended the event to show her support and gratitude to the local film industry.

While the awards themselves celebrated the best in Hong Kong cinema, the red carpet, with its stunning fashion moments, signalled HKFA’s first full and physical comeback since 2020 and the outbreak of the pandemic in the city. Against the stunning skyline across Victoria Harbour, a number of celebrities turned heads with their glamorous ensembles. Singer, actress and last night’s Best Actress award winner Sammi Cheng wowed us in not one but two sleek black gowns: Valentino as she arrived for the ceremony, and Mugler H&M when she accepted her long-awaited win.

Sheer capes and shimmery silver gowns ruled the red carpet and was seen on stars including Chrissie Chau, Isabella Leong, Louise Wong and Jennifer Yu. Meanwhile, a group of stylish men, including Mirror members Keung To, Edan Lui and Jer Lau, showed us how to rock versatile suits and jewellery.

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Tatler takes a closer look at some of the most memorable looks from the night.

Sammi Cheng in Valentino gown and Boucheron jewellery

HONG KONG, CHINA - APRIL 16: Actress Sammi Cheng Sau-man arrives at the red carpet for the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards at Hong Kong Cultural Centre on April 16, 2023 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

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Actress and Canto-pop legend Sammi Cheng is no stranger to daring styles. At the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards, she opted for a simple yet powerful gown by Valentino—whose cutouts and lower-back waistline effortlessly showed off her tattoos.

Sammi Cheng in Mugler H&M gown

HONG KONG, CHINA - APRIL 16: Actress Sammi Cheng Sau-man poses with her best actress trophy at backstage during the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards at Hong Kong Cultural Centre on April 16, 2023 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

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Later in the evening, when she went on stage to collect her Best Actress award, Cheng kept the black theme going but switched to a corset dress by the soon-to-be-released Mugler H&M collaboration, which perfectly complemented the star’s vibrant personality, while the sleek silhouette added a touch of elegance.

Michelle Yeoh in Dior dress

HONG KONG, CHINA - APRIL 16: Actress Michelle Yeoh arrives at the red carpet for the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards at Hong Kong Cultural Centre on April 16, 2023 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by Li Zhihua/China News Service/VCG via Getty Images)

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In her homecoming to Hong Kong—where she had started her film career—Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh looked radiant on the red carpet in a golden Dior dress by Maria Grazia Chiuri.

Isabella Leong in Gucci gown and earrings

HONG KONG, CHINA - APRIL 16: Actress Isabella Leong arrives at the red carpet for the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards at Hong Kong Cultural Centre on April 16, 2023 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

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Model and actress Isabella Leong made her red carpet return after years in an icy blue Gucci cape dress from the Twinsberg collection. She kept her accessories simple—a pair of diamond earrings from the Italian house—letting her stunning gown take centre stage.

Chrissie Chau in Valentino gown and De Beers jewellery

HONG KONG, CHINA - APRIL 16: Actress Chrissie Chau arrives at the red carpet for the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards at Hong Kong Cultural Centre on April 16, 2023 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

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Actress Chrissie Chau kept things simple yet chic in a flowy chiffon cape gown from Valentino’s pre-fall 2023 collection. Sparklers from De Beers completed the look.

Louise Wong in Georges Hobeika couture gown, Chopard jewellery and Omega watch

HONG KONG, CHINA - APRIL 16: Actress Louise Wong Tan-ni arrives at the red carpet for the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards at Hong Kong Cultural Centre on April 16, 2023 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

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Last year’s Best New Performer and this year’s official ambassador Louise Wong did not disappoint on the red carpet. She chose a crystal-embellished couture gown from Lebanese fashion designer Georges Hobeika and paired it with Chopard jewellery and Omega De Ville Trésor watch.

Jennifer Yu in Fendi couture gown and Tiffany & Co. jewellery

Above Jennfier Yu (Photo: courtesy of Fendi)

Best Supporting Actress nominee Jennifer Yu graced the red carpet in a shimmering Fendi couture gown from the Italian house’s spring 2023 collection. She completed her look with jewellery from Tiffany & Co.

Gigi Leung in Ralph Lauren outfit and De Beers jewellery

HONG KONG, CHINA - APRIL 16: Actress Gigi Leung Wing-kei arrives at the red carpet for the 41st Hong Kong Film Awards at Hong Kong Cultural Centre on April 16, 2023 in Hong Kong, China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

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Singer and actress Gigi Lai stunned in a Ralph Lauren top trousers ensemble with an elaborate tartan bow-shaped trains at the back. She finished the look with some bling from De Beers.

Louis Cheung and Kay Tse both in Giorgio Armani outfits and Fred jewellery

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Singer Kay Tse attended the awards with husband Louis Cheung, who scored two nominations this year, in Best Actor category for The Narrow Road and in Best Supporting Actor category for Table For Six. The couple dazzled in matching Giorgio Armani with velvet accents and Fred jewellery.

Min Chen Lin wears Bulgari jewellery

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Malaysian actress Lin Min-Chen, Best Supporting Actress nominee for her role in Table For Six, turned heads in an embellished gown. She complemented her dress with Bulgari jewellery and bow details on the hair.

Keung To in Giorgio Armani suit, Chopard necklace; Teresa Mo in Giorgio Armani suit, Bulgari jewellery; and Jer Lau in Saint Laurent suit, Tiffany & Co. jewellery

Above From left: Keung To, Teresa Mo and Jer Lau (Photo: Getty Images)

The Mama’s Affair trio was a vision in black and white. Teresa Mo, Best Actress nominee for Mama’s Affair, exuded elegance in a white Giorgio Armani suit paired with Bulgari jewellery, while co-star Jer Lau sported a Saint Laurent suit together with Tiffany & Co jewellery. Meanwhile, fan favourite Keung To, who was nominated in the Best Original Film Song category for Forever (composed by Alan Wong Ngai-lun and Janet Yung Wai-ying with lyrics by Chan Wing Him), looked sharp in a Giorgio Armani suit with a Chopard necklace.

Edan Lui wears Ferragmo suit and Bulgari jewellery

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Mirror member Edan Lui, a nominee for Best New Performer, looked dapper in the latest Ferragamo spring-summer 2023 suit. The white scarf on the shoulder, paired with the Bulgari Serpenti and B.zeo jewellery, formed one of the most memorable looks of the evening.