Brentwood does Hollywood! Pascal Craymer oozes old school glamour in glittering floor length dress at the Life After Stroke Awards

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The setting may well have been London, but the outfit bore all the hallmarks of classic Hollywood glamour as Pascal Craymer made a welcome appearance at the Life After Stroke Awards on Wednesday evening.

The former TV personality, 29, commanded attention in a glittering floor-length gown as she swept into Mayfair’s five-star Dorchester Hotel ahead of the annual ceremony, which recognises the achievements of stroke survivors, volunteers and carers across the United Kingdom.

With a bold plunging front the elegant dress ensured Pascal would not be missed ahead of the presentation, organised and funded on a yearly basis by the Stroke Association. 

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Stunning: The setting may well have been London, but the outfit bore all the hallmarks of classic Hollywood glamour as Pascal Craymer made a welcome appearance at the Life After Stroke Awards on Wednesday evening

The brunette, better known for a brief appearance on reality show The Only Way Is Essex, added to her look with a simple, pill-box clutch bag - one of few accessories on show as she made her way inside. 

Pascal added a splash of colour to an already striking look by opting for a generous layer of bold red lipstick and matching nail varnish. 

A simple, understated hairstyle allowed her ensemble to dominate as she mingled with guests ahead of the official ceremony. 

Side by side: The Essex girl was in high spirits as she posed for phoros with blonde singer Larissa Eddie

Old school glamour: Pascal commanded attention in a glittering floor-length gown as she swept into Mayfair’s five-star Dorchester Hotel ahead of the annual ceremony

Incoming: Pascal and pal Larissa weer side by side as they made their way into the lavish venue on Wednesday evening 

The Essex girl was in high spirits as she posed for photos with blonde singer Larissa Eddie, whose sleeveless red gown ensured she claimed her own share of the spotlight. 

Pascal, who made her entrance at the lavish venue alongside pal Larissa, was in equally goods cheer as she paused sign autographs for fans outside the lavish venue.

The two friends were joined on the night by Irish model Vogue Williams, who opted for a comparatively low key white blazer and matching pencil skirt.  

There you go: The former TOWIE star paused to sign autographs for fans as she made her way inside 

This one's for you: Larissa looked on as Pascal signed her name for a fan outside London's Dorchester Hotel 

Looking good: The two friends caught the eye as they prepared for the annual ceremony on Wednesday evening 

But her decision to go braless at the annual event guaranteed she turned heads while making her way inside. 

The 30-year old's exposed cleavage was all the more evident by virtue of her two long, statement necklaces - and the accessories served as a focal point as she posed for photos. 

Strappy heels completed her look, while a distinctive gold handbag gave the ensemble a sassy flourish.

Irish beauty: The two friends were joined on the night by Irish model Vogue Williams, who opted for a comparatively low key white blazer and matching pencil skirt

I say! But her decision to go braless at the annual event guaranteed she turned heads while making her way inside

Incoming: Birds of a Feather star Leslie Joseph was  also in attendance on Wednesday evening 

Similar: Businesswoman Karen Brady  (L) and interior designer Kelly Hoppen (R) wore comparable trouser suits to the annual event 

Winter's coming... wear a coat: Game of Thrones actress Laura Pradelska sported a breezy off the shoulder dress

The Irish star, single following her divorce from former Westlife star Brian McFadden, was joined by a tuxedo clad male friend as she ventured inside. 

Other  guests to attend the  annual event included Birds of a Feather star Leslie Joseph and actresses Danielle Hope and Kelly Anne Lyons. 

Elsewhere businesswoman and Apprentice UK star Karen Brady - a Life After Stroke Awards' patron - appeared to inadvertently mirror interior designer after the pair arrived in comparable trouser suits.  

In good company: Vogue, single following her divorce from former Westlife star Brian McFadden, was joined by a tuxedo clad male friend as she ventured inside

Looking good: Vogue and Pascal wore wildly different but no less distinctive ensembles

Happy couple: Former Loose Women presenter Denise Welch was joijed by husband Lincoln Townley

Say cheese: Singer and actress Danielle Hope (L) and actress Kelly Anne Lyons (R) looked typically glamorous as they posed for photos ahead of the annual ceremony 

Dapper dude: Handsome actor James Norton was also on hand to celebrate at the Life After Stroke Awards on Wednesday evening

Game Of Thrones star Laura Pradelska opted for a breezy off the shoulder dress, while former Loose Women star Denise Welch caught the eye in a striking gold skirt as she arrived on the arm of husband Lincoln Townley.

Handsome actor James Norton - a contender to replace Daniel Craig as James Bond - looked typically dapper in a smart tuxedo as he helped make up the male contingent. 

Hosted by Chris Tarrant, the Life After Stroke Awards recognizes the achievements of everyone involved in the rehabilitation of stoke victims, as well as the amazing achievements of those in recovery.    

Suited and booted: Comedian Russell Howard was also in attendance