Beaming Lily James steps out for a stroll with longtime actor pal Bart Edwards in London

Lily James appeared in high spirits as she took a walk with her boyfriend Bart Edwards over the weekend in sunny London.

The actress, 33, and her boyfriend, 34, had indulged in some retail therapy, carrying a white paper bag in her hand as she walked down the street.

Lily seemed to be having a good time with Bart as she threw her head back and laughed as they walked side by side.

What’s love got to do with it? star wore a long black sheepskin jacket, paired with a turtleneck and blue jeans.

She completed the look with a bakerboy-style leather cap and a pair of chunky black boots, while styling her locks in a loose, natural style.

Lily was makeup-free and showed off her natural beauty on the sun-soaked outing with her friend.

The Witcher star Bart was dressed in a black tracksuit, which he paired with a pair of sneakers and a navy jacket.

He slung a cream-colored tote bag over his shoulder and wore his hood, sporting some dark stubble.

Born in Guildford, Bart most recently starred in Paramount+’s The Flatshare, which premiered in London in December.

He is also unrecognizable as Urcheon Duny Emhyr in the fantasy series The Witcher.

Duny was a knight, who became the Prince of Cintra after promulgating the Law of Surprise and claiming Princess Pavetta.

Duny is the father of Princess Ciri, presumed dead for years until his true identity was revealed during series two of the show.

Bart also played the role of Jasper Hunt in the Lifetime/Hulu drama series Unreal, and played the role of Jonathan Kay in NRK drama Lykkeland.

Aside from her hugely successful acting career, it was recently revealed that Lily is lined up to embark on a solo music career, with producer Naughty Boy admitting that he was “amazed by her performance skills.”

The songwriter, real name Shahid Khan, 42, recently worked with the actress in the studio for her latest movie, What’s Love Got To Do With It?.

Speaking to The Daily Mail’s Richard Eden, he talked about his experience working with Lily on the song she recorded for the new romantic comedy.

Naughty Boy said, “Lily James can really sing. I was amazed at how comfortable she was in the studio during the performance.’

He continued, “People will be very receptive to her as a singer, and she’s not averse to it. I’d let her choose which sound she wants to go for.’

“Between us, I think there’s a Lily James and Naughty Boy project in the works.”

Lily, who plays lead actress Zoe in the movie, also has a guest vocal role on a new song in the new movie.

The actress recently gushed that it was “an absolute pleasure” when she entered the recording studio with record producer Naughty Boy.

The song Mahi Sona (The Wedding Song), written especially for the film by producer and actress Preeya Kalidas, will be available in three versions available now.

The first features Lily alongside legendary Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Indian superstar Kanika Kapoor and rapper Billy Khan. Another with Brit Award nominee Joy Crookes and the third with no features.

Lily, who plays Zoe in the film, said: ‘It’s been an absolute pleasure working in the studio with both (composer) Nitin (Sawhney) and Naughty Boy. Music plays a big part in the movie and I’m thrilled to be contributing to this great single alongside some incredible artists.

Lily has showcased her impressive vocals in the past in Mama Mia 2: Here We Go Again and Cinderella.

The film follows her character, a documentary filmmaker named Zoe, who navigates the modern dating scene with little success, much to the dismay of her mother Cath (Oscar winner Emma Thompson).

Meanwhile, Kazim (Shazad Latif), Zoe’s childhood friend and neighbour, decides to follow in his parents’ footsteps and enter into an arranged marriage with a beautiful and savvy bride from Pakistan.

As Zoe documents Kazim’s journey from London to Lahore to marry a stranger chosen by his parents, she begins to wonder if the traditional approach to finding love might have something to offer.