Ed Sheeran took style inspiration from his pal Elton John as he wore an eye-catching Versace jacket chosen by the music legend to attend the 2021 GQ Men Of The Year Awards on Wednesday. The hitmaker, 30, boasted a rainbow coloured jacket in the designer's signature print as he walked the red carpet in London's Tate Modern. Ed, who won Solo Artist Of The Year at the star-studded awards, cut a dapper figure in the ensemble despite admitting that fact that he usually finds wearing a suit uncomfortable. Looking good: Ed Sheeran took style inspiration from his pal Elton John as he wore an eye-catching Versace jacket chosen by the music legend at 2021 GQ Men Of The Year Awards He told The Sun: 'It’s weird, I’ve always hated suits and they make me feel uncomfortable — and yet something like this makes me feel all right because it’s so out-there.' 'Elton hooked me up with Donatella Versace and I thought, "Let’s go for it! It’s a big night and it’s great to be back out, so why not?"' He added: '[Elton] has been s******g off my boring wardrobe for years. I’m not really a fashion guy but I’ve had to start to show an interest – he loves it. Elton approved — it’s very him.' Ed paired the number with a simple black skinny tie, a white shirt and black trousers as he made his way down the red carpet. Matching: The singer said of his pal: 'He has been s******g off my boring wardrobe for years. I’m not really a fashion guy but I’ve had to start to show an interest – he loves it. Elton approved — it’s very him.'; Elton John pictured in 2018 Hard to miss! The hitmaker boasted a rainbow coloured jacket in the designer's signature print as he walked the red carpet in London's Tate Modern The hitmaker was later presented an award by his friend Stormzy for the Solo Artist of the Year award. Ed announced last month this that his upcoming studio album =, which is pronounced equals, is set to be released on Oct. 29. He unveiled his 14-song track list on Thursday, which includes his emotionally charged track Visiting Hours. Comfortable: The Shape Of You singer cut a dapper figure in the ensemble despite admitting that fact that he usually finds wearing a suit uncomfortable Pals: The hitmaker was later presented an award by his friend Stormzy for the Solo Artist of the Year award The Thinking Out Loud hitmaker detailed how the album is 'really personal' and confirmed he sees the piece as his 'coming-of-age record', having become a father and tied the knot since he last released an album. The 24th GQ Men Of The Year Awards 2021 in association with BOSS saw a slew of stars scooping top prizes on Wednesday night as the ceremony saw the return of in-person attendees following the Covid pandemic. The star-studded ceremony was hosted by actor Idris Elba and his wife Sabrina, with presenters including Winnie Harlow, Gary Lineker, Emma Corrin and Mabel announcing the winners of the coveted awards. Couple goals: The star-studded ceremony was hosted by actor Idris Elba and his wife Sabrina Glowing: Other familiar faces in attendance at the event include Emily Atack who oozed glamour in a black gown with a thigh high slit Other prizes also include membership to the prestigious Ivy Club, a luxury facial with Fatma Shaheen, founder of Skin Design London, and an array of skincare delights. It had been previously announced that Sir Anthony Hopkins would receive The Legend Award, and ahead of the ceremony the Oscar winner gave an interview with the publication. During the interview he urged budding actors 'not to waste their money' on acting school. Silver siren! Hana Cross put on a glamorous display in a classic silver gown with a plunging neckline Kooky! Hana's boyfriend Rafferty opted for a unique look as he switched a suit jacket for a knitted cardigan He insisted: 'Don't waste your money. They're failed actors that set themselves up as gurus.' Other familiar faces in putting on a glamorous display at the event included singer Ellie Goulding, television presenter Laura Whitmore and comedian Emily Atack. Raff Law was in attendance with his girlfriend Hana Cross, while Alexa Chung looked stunning in a blue and purple sequined dress. Rocking it: Laura Whitmore stunned in a form-fitting jumpsuit with a metallic bow on the shoulder, as she arrived at the event with her husband Iain Stirling Lovely lilac: Ellie Goulding opted for muted pastel tones for her turn on the red carpet after giving birth in May GQ MEN OF THE YEAR 2021: THE WINNERS BAND OF THE YEAR WINNER: Wolf Alice BOSS BREAKTHROUGH ACTOR OF THE YEAR WINNER: Kingsley Ben-Adir BOSS LEADING MEN OF THE YEAR WINNER: Paul Bettany DEEZER BREAKTHROUGH MUSIC ARTIST OF THE YEAR WINNER: Arlo Parks DESIGNER OF THE YEAR WINNER: Brunello Cucinelli GAME CHANGER OF THE YEAR WINNER: Dame Vivienne Westwood HEROES OF THE YEAR WINNERS: Professor Dame Sarah Gilbert, Dr Catherine Green and the team behind the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine ICON WINNER: Sacha Baron Cohen INSPIRATION OF THE YEAR WINNER: Gareth Southgate JAGUAR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT OF THE YEAR WINNERS: Team GB & Paralympics GB LEGEND WINNER: Sir Anthony Hopkins MADDOX GALLERY ARTIST OF THE YEAR WINNER: Beeple OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION WINNER: Bobby Gillespie PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO BREAKTHROUGH DESIGNER OF THE YEAR WINNER: Harris Reed SOLO ARTIST OF THE YEAR WINNER: Ed Sheeran STANDOUT PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR WINNER: Regé-Jean Page TELEVISION ACTOR OF THE YEAR WINNER: Adrian Dunbar WRITER OF THE YEAR WINNER: Quentin Tarantino Advertisement All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility