Julie Bishop Federal Budget power dress up for grabs

It was the blue dress that got the nation talking. Now, the dazzling gown worn by Julie Bishop at the federal budget can be yours for a steal.

It was the dress that got the nation talking.

Now, the dazzling electric blue gown worn by Julie Bishop at the federal budget can be yours for a steal.

The Vogue Online Shopping Night is advertising the ‘Orla dress’, by designer Rachel Gilbert, at the reduced price of $1299 from The Iconic shopping site.

The blue dress normally retails for $2541.

Vogue’s online shopping event is known for its major discounts across beauty and fashion.

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Julie Bishop arrives for Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s Budget speech in the House of Representatives in Parliament House in Canberra. Picture Gary Ramage

Julie Bishop prior to Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s first Budget speech in the House Representatives in Parliament House in Canberra. Picture Gary Ramage

Julie Bishop listens to Treasurer Josh Frydenberg deliver the budget in the House of Representatives. Picture: Getty

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Julie Bishop listens to Treasurer Josh Frydenberg deliver the budget in the House of Representatives. Picture: Getty

The Iconic describes the dress as having “clean lines and flattering design intersecting with striking embellishments and thoughtful flourishes”.

“Offered in a striking electric blue shade, the midi-length design is perfect for party season,” the site says.

The eye-catching power dress caused a stir when Ms Bishop entered the chamber.

She was seen smiling ear-to-ear and raising her hands in the air and later stood up during the standing ovation for Treasurer Josh Frydenberg.

Julie Bishop puts her hands in the air as Josh Frydenberg delivers his first Budget speech in the House of Representatives in Parliament House in Canberra. Picture: Gary Ramage

She posted a picture of herself in the dress on her Instagram account last night, saying:

“Celebrating the first budget surplus in over a decade. Great news for all Australians.”

Fans were quick to react, saying they wanted her to stay on in parliament and that she was their preferred prime minister.

They were also quick to acknowledge she was wearing blue on Autism Awareness Day.

Earlier in the day at the Coalition party room meeting Ms Bishop spoke of her achievements in the foreign affairs portfolio before they adjourned until their next meeting — which will be after the federal election.

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Julie Bishop joins in the standing ovation for Treasurer Josh Frydenberg after he delivered the budget in the House of Representatives. Picture: Getty

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said there are three dates he is keen to hold the federal election that include May 11, May 18 and May 25.

But he is still unsure about which weekend in May will be chosen for Australians to go to the polls.

Former foreign minister Julie Bishop reacts ahead of Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handing down his first Federal Budget. Picture: AAP

Last night Mr Frydenberg delivered a $7.1 billion surplus, offering tax cuts for low to middle income earners.

Mr Frydenberg has focused on tax cuts for middle income earners and $100 billion to be spent on infrastructure as well as increased spending on health, mental health, aged care and skills.