Prue Leith, known for her colorful ensembles and quirky glasses on The Great British Bake Off, surprised fans with her bold all-leather look at the Vin + Omi show during London Fashion Week. The tight-fitted PVC midi dress featured red lace up detailing and exaggerated wide shoulders, and Prue accessorized with black leather trainers and gloves. Ditching her glasses, she opted for intense smoky eye makeup and a bold red lip. Despite her bold fashion choice, Prue will be returning to screens with Paul Hollywood for the fifteenth series of the popular baking show on September 24.
The 84-year-old Leith admitted earlier this year that she almost didn’t apply to replace Mary Berry on The Great British Bake Off, fearing she wouldn’t “tick the diversity boxes.” However, she ultimately took the role in 2016 after dismissing the idea initially. Prue revealed that she and Mary Berry had known each other since the 1970s, when a photo of them with broadcaster Jack de Manio was unearthed. She expressed surprise that she was chosen since she expected a younger, more diverse candidate would be selected. Prue’s extensive background in the culinary world, including judging the Great British Menu for 11 years, lent itself well to her role on the baking show.
Despite initially facing criticism from fans of the show who were unhappy with the switch from BBC to Channel 4 and the departure of Mary Berry, Sue Perkins, and Mel Giedroyc, Prue has slowly won over audiences with her expertise and personality. She has revealed that she is self-conscious about her “posh” voice, acknowledging that not everyone appreciates it. Despite this, Americans seem to enjoy her on-screen presence. Prue’s husband, John Playfair, has used her connection to Mary Berry to tease her about not baking cakes due to their weight, joking that he wishes he had married Mary instead. The unexpected success of Prue’s tenure as a judge on The Great British Bake Off has proven her initial doubts wrong.
Prue appeared to embrace her inner Cruella DeVille on the London Fashion Week catwalk, showcasing her age-defying looks and confidence in the bold all-leather ensemble. The photos of her in the striking outfit garnered attention and praise for her daring fashion choice. While known for her colorful outfits and quirky glasses on the baking show, Prue’s high fashion moment at the fashion event surprised and impressed fans. Her ability to seamlessly transition from the kitchen to the runway speaks to her versatility and adaptability as a public figure. Prue Leith continues to captivate audiences with her style and personality, proving that age is just a number when it comes to making bold fashion statements.
