Hannah Waddingham’s Stylist James Yardley Explains the Inspiration Behind Her Vibrant Eurovision Looks

Sweden’s Loreen wasn’t the only breakout star of this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. The 2023 event, held in Liverpool, England, catapulted British comedienne Hannah Waddingham into the global spotlight. While Waddingham has already made waves thanks to stellar performances in “Ted Lasso” and “Sex Education,” co-hosting Eurovision turned the actress into an “overnight national treasure,” according to The Guardian. Waddingham’s hosting chops were further accentuated by her vibrant wardrobe. Her stylist, James Yardley, is to thank for curating a series of stellar looks that emphasized vintage glamour as well as Waddingham’s effervescent personality. Hannah Waddingham during the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest on May 11 in Liverpool, England. Yardley, who has worked with Waddingham for two years, sought out labels the actress has previously favored. “Hannah and I are both very keen on using designers who have taken a chance on us in the past,” Yardley told WWD. One of them is British dressmaker Suzanne Neville, who created Waddingham’s look for the May 11 semi-final. Yardley was in search of the perfect opportunity to dress his client in a decadent shade of lemon yellow. The high-low gown was crafted from pleated chiffon and featured a sweetheart neckline. “It’s quintessentially how I like to dress Hannah,”

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