Who will be the Brownlow’s best dressed WAG?
SPRAY tans, sequins and smiles are set to steal the Brownlow spotlight from the players once again. Who will take out the Gownlow glamour awards?
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THE pressure will be palpable on the Brownlow red carpet Monday with spray tans, sequins and impossibly white smiles set to steal the spotlight from the players once again.
Affectionately rebranded the Gownlow, WAGs are expected to up the style stakes on football’s night with the glamour girls all vying for a place on the best dressed list.
So who is tipped to top the list? What are the red carpet trends of the season? And who won’t be posing for the paparazzi this year?
Take a look at our ultimate fashion form guide for Brownlow night.
FIRM FAVOURITES
These veteran WAGS are a sartorial sure-thing to steal the show
1. REBECCA JUDD
It’s ten years since the red carpet queen donned a navel depth neckline and she has been football’s fashion plate ever since. Renowned fashion duo J’Aton will be making her dress again this year and we have heard whispers it will be a printed fabric and full skirt.
2. NADIA BARTEL
A great bellwether if style with hundreds of fashion fans, Bartel isn’t afraid to take a red carpet risk with spangled embellishment or bold colour choices. We can’t wait to see what the team at One Day Bridal will dress her in, and we bet it will inspire a bevy of brides.
3. LAUREN NEWMAN
Opting for silhouettes that flatter and showcase her femininity. This girl has a winning fashion formula and has been on a stylish streak.
ONES TO WATCH
The rising stars of the red carpet should capture the attention of the critics
1. JORDAN PAPALIA
Gary Ablett’s girlfriend was a show-stopper last year in a delicate pink, shoulder draped design by Melbourne fashion maestro Toni Maticevski and could be a stand out again this year.
2. EMMA CLAPHAM
Tom Hawkin’s partner oozes Old Hollywood glamour, and brings a real sense of class to the black tie dress code. She has a dazzling smile and great sense of statement making style.
3. JESSIE HABERMANN
The blonde bombshell, and partner of Carlton captain Marc Murphy, is a rising Gownlow star. Not afraid to let a frock hug her figure, she exemplifies a svelte and sexy style.
TOP TIPPED TRENDS
Direct from the runway, these trends are tipped to rank highly on the red carpet
1. CASCADING COLOUR
CASCADING COLOUR: Kylie Brown, Brownlow red carpet 2013
Rip-roaring red, bold blue and hot pink are expected to be the choicest hues of the night with WAGs not shying away from show-stopper shades. A sorbet colour palette has also dominated spring runaways and may translate to the red carpet with pastel pinks, pale lavender, soft blues and mint greens
2. SPANGLED EMBELLISHMENT
Metallic embroidery, sequins and sparkly details are expected to shine in the spotlight. From art-deco inspired beading to modern disco glitter, there’s no limit on glitz or glamour.
3. ALL WHITE
The crisp, clean hue has been a favourite on the runway this season and is also tipped to be a favourite among footy’s better halves.
NOTABLE ABSENTEES
These high profile fashionistas will be Brownlow no-shows this year
1. BRYNNE EDELSTEN
Famous for flashing plenty of flesh, Brynne will be dearly missed on the Brownlow red carpet following her split from husband Geoffrey. It’s the end of an era.
2. CATHERINE RIEWOLDT
Pregnant Catherine and St Kilda star husband Nick will skip the event to spend time in her home state of Texas. Her elegance and polished style will be missed.
3. TAYLOR WILSON
Wilson and Collingwood champ boyfriend Dane Swan will both miss the Brownlow this year, deciding not to go because he is not in contention. Often dressed by Helen Manuell, Taylor has been a fashion favourite in past years.
Originally published as Who will be the Brownlow’s best dressed WAG?
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