Rachel Riley Debuts ‘Liquid Metal’ at Football Awards 2025

The dress itself was a vision of what I can only describe as “liquid metal”—a floor-length, shimmering silver gown that moved with a fluid grace. The fabric, which appeared to be a fine chainmail or sequined mesh, was a magnificent play of light and texture. It featured thin spaghetti straps and daring, yet perfectly placed, cut-outs on the sides, adding a touch of modern edginess to the sleek silhouette. This is the kind of dress that makes you want to dance all night, non?

To complete the look, Riley opted for a monochromatic metallic fantasy. She carried a small, silver clutch that echoed the texture of her dress and wore a pair of pointed-toe pumps that seemed to shimmer with a similar golden-nude hue. Her blonde hair, styled in a chic, slightly undone bob, and a subtle smokey eye perfectly balanced the high-octane glamour of the gown, keeping the look from feeling too formal or over-the-top. The whole aesthetic felt like a new kind of power dressing—strong, confident, and unapologetically chic.