Married at First Sight UK star Ella Morgan was among the first to arrive at Sunday’s BAFTA TV Awards and she did so with intention. The 31-year-old TV personality, who made history as the first transgender bride on the E4 series, wore a classic strapless black gown that fell into a white floral skirt, finished with black gloves, a soft up-do, and delicate diamond drop earrings. But it was her handbag that carried the real message.
Printed across one side were the words ‘Trans men are men,’ and on the other, ‘Trans women are women.’ A subtle yet powerful reminder of the importance of visibility especially at a time when trans rights are increasingly under scrutiny
Ella’s appearance follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that stated ‘sex’ should only be legally defined as the biological sex assigned at birth, even in cases where someone holds a Gender Recognition Certificate. The decision has sparked concern and disappointment within the LGBTQ+ community, with many calling it a step backward for equality.
For Ella, who also recently became the first trans celebrity to represent high-street beauty retailer Superdrug, her appearance was more than just a red carpet moment it was a quiet stand, made through fashion, at a time when it matters most._
Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.._