The 2025 Brit Awards are approaching…as in mere hours away. But before we find out which artists are taking home those major Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Rising Star prizes, Cosmopolitan got into all of the exciting BRITs weekend action a bit early this year, with exclusive access to Universal Music and Universal Music UK's inaugural "Music Is Universal" gifting suite. It's where UMG artists were treated to an impressive array of goods ahead of the major award ceremony—including swag like sneakers, custom jewelry, and a ton more. Consider us non-gift recipients jealous to say the least.

To tide all the fans at home over before tonight's big event, Cosmo followed artists around the suite — and Universal Music UK’s artist showcase — to capture some extra special moments. Below, you'll find stunning photos of some of the UK's top talents, including Sam Fender, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, Holly Humberstone, and more, all shot with instax film.

And in the spirit of celebrating music, each star photographed contributed to a donation to Nordoff and Robbins, the UK's largest music therapy charity. So before they make their appearances on the BRITs red carpet, enjoy an exclusive sneak peek of your favorite artists in town for the festivities below.


Amie Blu

two polaroid photographs featuring an individual with braids wearing casual streetwear

Lola Young

two polaroidstyle images featuring a person wearing layered outfits and accessories

Amy Taylor

two polaroid style portraits of a person with blonde hair wearing a black jacket

Aziya

two polaroid photos featuring a person in a sweatshirt with the word bambi displayed prominently

Olivia Dean

two polaroid photos showcasing a woman in a silky white dress against a textured backdrop

Baby Morocco

two polaroidstyle photographs of an individual wearing a black polo shirt with a logo

Bestly DJ

fashion photography showcasing a model in contemporary attire

Caity Baser

two polaroidstyle photographs featuring a person in a black outfit

Callum Scott

two polaroidstyle photographs featuring a person in casual attire

Chinchilla

two instant photos of a person with a hat and striking jewelry

Dylan

two polaroidstyle photos of a person wearing black clothing and a graphic tshirt

Highlyy

two images of a model wearing a red athletic outfit posed stylishly

Holly Humberstone

two polaroid images of a person with long hair styled in waves dressed in a casual outfit

Humble The Great

two portraits of a person in casual clothing against a neutral background

Jana Diab

two polaroid photos featuring a person with dark curly hair in a black outfit

Jay O

portraits of a person dressed in streetwear fashion

Jazzy

two polaroidstyle photographs featuring a person wearing a blue jacket and glasses

Jessy Blakemore

jessy blakemore

Kilimanjaro

kilimanjaro

Kimberly Wyatt

two portrait photographs featuring a model in distinctive outfits

Lily Lyons

two polaroidstyle photographs showcasing a person with curly hair wearing a top with a collar

Lulu

portraits of a person wearing animal print pants and a black top

Malachi Kirby

two portrait photographs of a person facing slightly to the side

Marti Perramon

two photographs of a person wearing camo clothing

Midas The Jagaban

two polaroidstyle photographs featuring individuals in dark clothing with hoods and masks

Nia Smith

nia smith

Olly Alexander

two polaroid photos featuring a person in a denim jacket and sweatshirt

Pale Waves

two fashion photographs featuring models in outerwear

Sam Ryder

two portrait photos featuring a subject with long hair and a cap

Sebastian Schub

two photographs of a male figure showcasing different poses and outfits

Shakes

two polaroidstyle images of a person wearing a hoodie and sweatpants

Victor Ray

fashionable outfits displayed from two perspectives

Zeze Mills

two polaroid images featuring a person in a brown coat

    Benjamin Francis Leftwich

    two photographs of a person wearing a striped shirt

    Debbie

    portraits of a woman wearing a black dress showcasing two perspectives

    Elliott James Reay

    two polaroid photos of a person against a green backdrop

    Finn Keane

    two photographs featuring a person in a dark outfit against a muted background

    J P Cooper

    fashion model showcasing a contemporary outfit

    Jeshi

    two polaroidstyle images of a person expressing different poses

    Natalie Jane

    two polaroidstyle photos of a person in casual clothing against a green background

    Oscar Farrell

    two polaroidstyle images of a person one from the front and another from the back

    Self Esteem

    fashionable attire showcased in a minimalist urban setting

    Girl Group

    group of individuals closely gathered together

    Divorce

    group of individuals posing together in a dimly lit environment

    Sam Fender

    portraits of a person in denim clothing against a neutral background