Ellie Goulding wears an emerald gown and 150 ethically sourced diamonds at the Green Carpet Awards

Ellie Goulding stuns in a sweeping green gown and 150 ethically sourced emeralds as she attends the virtual Green Carpet Fashion Awards

Ellie Goulding proved to the star of the environmentally conscious show over the weekend as the Green Carpet Fashion Awards got underway in Milan. 

The event, originally launched in 2017, endeavours to celebrate inclusive, ethical and sustainable approaches in the fashion industry, with 2020 marking its first-ever virtual edition. 

But while the talent attended remotely in accordance with current safety guidelines, Ellie, 33, ensured she stood out courtesy of her stunning emerald green gown. 

High glamour: Ellie Goulding proved to the star of the environmentally conscious show on Monday evening as the Green Carpet Fashion Awards got underway in Milan

High glamour: Ellie Goulding proved to the star of the environmentally conscious show on Monday evening as the Green Carpet Fashion Awards got underway in Milan 

Taking to Instagram, the singer looked incredible as she modelled the striking couture dress from fashion house Ralph & Russo. 

In accordance with the event’s drive for sustainability, Ellie tastefully accessorised with 150 responsibly sourced Gemfields Zambian emeralds, and they glittered as she posed for a series of images. 

The British star drew further attention to her naturally pretty features by selecting her make-up from a soft colour palette, while her hair was neatly pulled into a tight bun.

Looking good: While the talent attended remotely in accordance with current safety guidelines, Ellie, 33, ensured she stood out courtesy of her stunning emerald green gown

Looking good: While the talent attended remotely in accordance with current safety guidelines, Ellie, 33, ensured she stood out courtesy of her stunning emerald green gown

Filmed at the iconic Teatro alla Scala Opera House on Saturday, the event transformed the Milanese landmark into a breathtaking virtual terrarium on the night. 

The event virtually welcomed stars including Visionary Award recipient Zendaya, along with Robert Downey Jr., Julianne Moore, Iman, Maisie Williams and many more in an effort to celebrate the commitment of fashion houses to sustainability in an ever-changing world. 

Euphoria star Zendaya received her award for ‘leading the charge to increase both inclusivity and diversity in fashion,’ according to a statement.  

Finishing touches: In accordance with the event's drive for sustainability, Ellie tastefully accessorised with 150 responsibly sourced Zambian emeralds

Finishing touches: In accordance with the event’s drive for sustainability, Ellie tastefully accessorised with 150 responsibly sourced Zambian emeralds

‘It’s an incredible honor and means the world to me,’ the Dune actress remarked of the achievement.

‘Throughout my career I have had the privilege of being able to showcase other different types of beauties. 

‘Through the work that I get to do, creating more positions of power, more creative positions and I hope to continue to be able to do that, until this industry really does reflect the beauty that I see every day. ‘

The event was broadcast on YouTube and held in conjunction with Shanghai Fashion Week.

Accolades: Zendaya received the Visionary Award at this year's virtual edition of the Green Carpet Fashion Awards for sustainable fashion in Milan, Italy

Accolades: Zendaya received the Visionary Award at this year’s virtual edition of the Green Carpet Fashion Awards for sustainable fashion in Milan, Italy 

Stunning: Filmed at the iconic Teatro alla Scala Opera House, the event transformed the Milanese landmark into a breathtaking virtual terrarium on the night

Stunning: Filmed at the iconic Teatro alla Scala Opera House, the event transformed the Milanese landmark into a breathtaking virtual terrarium on the night