Dally M Medal 2023 red carpet: Best and worst looks as a very racy thigh-baring trend takes centre stage on NRL’s night of nights
The NRL WAGs hit the Dally M red carpet on Wednesday night, dressed to the nines, as they joined their partners for the night of the competition.
And it may be the most daring carpet yet, with sheer corset dresses, statement pink dresses and, above all, daring thigh-high slits, a clear trend among the ladies who weren’t afraid to show off some skin when they stepped out. cameras.
All eyes were on the glamorous wives and girlfriends of the NRL’s top players as they filed into the ballroom at Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse for the prestigious presentation.
And it wasn’t just the WAGs who turned heads as the competition’s female stars donned their glad rags in anticipation of taking home a prize ahead of Sunday’s grand final.
While many of the glamorous guests impeccably adhered to the formal dress code, others made sure that eyes were on them for all the wrong reasons.
Miranda Cross, finance Cameron Murray of the Rabbitohs and Ali Brigginshaw of the Brisbane Broncos and her partner Kate Daly exuded elegance and earned their place in the best-dressed brigade.
However, the Sydney Roosters’ Jessica Sergis failed to flatter her enviable figure in an ill-fitting bejeweled dress, and Dallin Watene-Zelezniak’s wife Purdy went all out in an OTT dress with a slit that did little to protect her modesty.
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Kaylah Collins dared to bare alongside husband Lindsay Collins in a sheer corset dress with a thigh slit that left little to the imagination in a daring trend that seems to be the look of the moment.
Canberra Raiders captain Jarrod Crocker’s wife Brittany put on a leggy show in a short white dress with pearls and feathers. Unfortunately, the cut didn’t do the anesthesia any favors as it wrinkled and fell down her torso as she walked across the carpet.
NRLW Queensland Maroons player China Polata took a risk in a glittering dress with a plunging neckline, showing off her figure and tattoo. But if a tape were to break, the star appeared to be at serious risk of wardrobe malfunction.
The Roosters’ Isabelle Kelly arrived with her husband Jake Callister in a vibrant neon pink strapless dress, but it was let down by the flashy gloves and contrasting yellow clutch.
Wests Tigers’ Apisai Koroisau and his stunning partner Amy wore matching black and white ensembles, with couples dressing in an emerging 2023 trend. But the flowing pleated skirt and satin bow at the top engulfed her petite figure.
Wests Tigers’ Apisai Koroisau and his stunning partner Amy wore matching black and white ensembles, with couples dressing in an emerging 2023 trend. However, the flowing pleated skirt and satin bow at the top engulfed her petite figure (left). While a light breeze could see Natalie Harris, wife of Warrior’s player Tohu Harris, baring all thanks to (yet another) impossibly high split
Couples dressing may be back, but when it came to Jamie Soward and his wife Madi, a solo execution might have been a better choice for everyone
Purdy, wife of Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, made a statement in an embellished ruby ball gown as she navigated another NSFW split.
A light breeze could endanger both her and Natalie Harris, the wife of Warriors player Tohu Harris, leaving them exposed at the slightest hint of a breeze.
Newcastle Knights player Tyson Frizell’s chic black number Sammy, which featured sheer sleeves, was also sadly let down by the skirt slit as the daring trend continued to sweep the carpet.
Meanwhile, the Sydney Roosters’ Jessica Sergis looked like she was heading to a dance competition rather than an awards ceremony in a tight, diamond-covered dress from High Street Hire with exposed bra cups and shoulder pads.
Wests Tigers superstar Jakiya Whitfeld also missed the mark in a plunging satin number with poorly placed embellishments that failed to highlight her enviable curves.
Lily Pickles (left) went against the grain in a striking light green color better suited for a Mediterranean party, while Jessica Sergis of the Sydney Roosters wore a bejeweled beige dress with exposed shoulder pads and a cut that showed off her incredible figure was not flattering
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Fox Sports journalist Lara Pitt dazzled in a mermaid green sequin midi dress, which she paired with long diamond earrings and black strappy heels. Her blonde locks were pulled back into a fun updo and she opted for a dark, moody liner to complete the look.
Miranda Cross, chief financial officer of the Rabbitohs’ Cameron Murray, beamed in a goddess-like white dress, her baby bump on display as her hair fell over her bare shoulders.
Looking radiant in red, Ashley Camenzuli attended with her partner, Panthers player Isaah Yeo, in a two-piece burgundy tube top and full skirt with a stretching train.
Panthers’ player Isaah Yeo’s wife Ashley Camenzuli (right) looked radiant in red as she pulled out clearly the best dressed of the night in her impeccable outfit
Dripping in gold was Leilani Mohenoa who arrived with friend Payne Haas from the Broncos and Ali Brigginshaw (right) and her partner Kate Daly were two peas in a pod who proved that simple can be chic. Ali looked sharp in a custom tuxedo, while Kate rocked a black off-the-shoulder dress
The Sharks’ Tiana Penitani had her own Cinderella moment as she dazzled in a light blue dress looking elegant as ever
Hudson Young’s girlfriend Kelsea Peck, who saved herself from last year’s worst-dressed list, wore an off-the-shoulder black dress with sparkling diamond detailing.
Dripping in gold was Leilani Mohenoa who arrived with boyfriend Payne Haas from the Broncos in a glittering number adorned with intricate beading that showed off her amazing figure.
Ali Brigginshaw of the Brisbane Broncos and her partner Kate Daly were two peas in a pod and proved that simple can be chic. Ali looked sharp in a custom tuxedo, while Kate rocked a black off-the-shoulder dress.
Lily Pickles went against the grain as she arrived in style with Broncos player in a light green ensemble with a bikini-style top and tie details.