The culinary figure known as Dame Prue Leith joined other well-known personalities at a public event following her departure from Channel 4’s beloved baking competition.
Back in January, it was revealed that the Cotswolds-based culinary personality would step away from the Great British Bake Off after nine seasons and evaluating more than 400 baking tasks.
The 84-year-old has served as a judge on the hit program alongside Paul Hollywood beginning in 2017, when the show transitioned from the BBC to Channel 4, taking over from the Henley-dwelling Dame Mary Berry.
The culinary personality and fellow Cotswolds resident Vick Hope were among the notable attendees at the unveiling of the Victoria and Albert’s East Museum on Tuesday.
The celebrity gathering took place at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, bringing together individuals from the arts and creative industries to introduce the museum’s second location in east London.
The former Bake Off judge drew attention in a vivid outfit, sporting a coral-colored top with coordinated trousers and a patterned blazer.
The 84-year-old accessorized the bold look with colorful triangular earrings and black sneakers featuring neon pink laces, smiling as she entered the venue.
Television presenter Hope selected a completely black outfit, choosing a fitted bandeau dress with mesh paneling and a skirt featuring hanging leather trim.
The 34-year-old completed her appearance with a quilted jacket featuring leather details and a matching black clutch bag, styled with subtle makeup and a slicked-back ponytail.
Comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg, recognized for her Chicken Shop Date web series, also chose dark clothing, wearing a faux-leather jacket with a spiked collar.
The 30-year-old finished the edgier style with a coordinated leather mini-skirt, black and white heeled shoes, understated accessories and minimal makeup.
Saltburn performer Archie Madekwe opted for casual attire, wearing black denim with a wine-colored polo shirt layered over a striped long-sleeve garment.
Performer Nathalie Emmanuel, famous for Game Of Thrones, donned a plain black dress with a light-wash denim jacket, accessorized with a crocheted headpiece and a red handbag.
The Night Agent actress Fola Evans-Akingbola wore an all-black ensemble, similar to Ugandan-British performer Sheila Atim, who selected a floor-length dress paired with a long faux-leather trench coat.
London’s Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan was present at the function, photographed wearing a vivid blue suit with a white shirt and polished black footwear.
Creative professionals such as artist Sophie Tea, designer Saul Nash, filmmaker Betty Bachz, and sustainable fashion collaboration Vin and Omi were among those attending the museum on Tuesday.
The V&A East Museum, opening to visitors on April 18, will feature several new exhibitions including two permanent Why We Make galleries, providing perspective on contemporary culture.
Its opening showcase is called The Music Is Black: A British Story, honoring 125 years of Black British music while exploring its influence on current British culture.
The new institution, aiming to honor “making and creativity” for a transforming world, represents London’s sixth V&A location.