Julie Bishop sparkles in diamonds as she wraps her arms around rumoured new boyfriend Luke Hepworth

Julie Bishop wrapped her arms around her rumored new boyfriend Luke Hepworth as she dazzled in a black gown at Capella Sydney’s Official Opening Night on Thursday.

The 66-year-old former foreign minister looked very comfortable as she hugged the handsome ‘adventurous philanthropist’ who is also managing director of a multinational PPE company.

It is the politician’s second red carpet appearance with the handsome businessman, although he has denied the pair are dating. He went through a painful split with his partner of eight years, David Panton, last year.

Julie first dated the hunk at a Moët & Chandon ball in Sydney.

It is the politician’s second red carpet appearance with the handsome businessman, although he has denied the pair are dating. Ms Bishop went through a painful separation with her partner of eight years, David Panton, last year.

The 66-year-old former foreign minister looked very comfortable as she snuggled up to the handsome ‘adventure philanthropist’ who is also managing director of a multinational PPE company.

Ms. Bishop opted for a floor-length black dress with a thigh-high slit and an off-the-shoulder design that she teamed with a modern satin clutch and sky-high stiletto heel.

On Thursday, she opted for a floor-length black dress with a thigh-high slit and an off-the-shoulder design that she paired with a trendy satin clutch and sky-high stiletto heel.

Adding a touch of glamour, she accessorized her nails and toes with red polish and opted for a full face of makeup.

Making sure all eyes were on her, she added a diamond necklace to her spectacular ensemble.

Luke is a keen adventurer and sportsman, while Julie is also a fitness enthusiast, making the pair a perfect match.

Pip Edwards opted for a sheer black dress from Australian fashion house Pallas Couture.

The PE Nation designer attended the dazzling soiree with her friend Milly Gattegno, who is a Senior Talent Manager at IMG.

Julie and Luke have attended several high-profile soirees, including the Perth Telethon, but Luke has denied that the pair are a couple, insisting they are just friends.

Julie was one of the many glamorous stars to hit the red carpet.

Pip Edwards’ PE Nation designer also attended the glittering evening with her friend Milly Gattegno, who is a Senior Talent Manager at IMG.

Pip opted for a sheer black dress from Australian fashion house Pallas Couture.

The stunning number showcased Pip’s perfectly shaped body with eye-catching undercuts.

Sydney Mayor Clover Moore looked dapper in a black blazer-like dress

Sunrise host David Koch and his wife Libby looked chic in black

Sunrise star Edwina Bartholomew looked divine in a burnt orange gown with a Greek goddess silhouette.

Showing off her post-summer tan, Pip opted for a full face of makeup with deep black eyeliner and mascara.

She paired it with loads of bronzer and highlighter while combing her hair back into a neat bob.

Meanwhile, Sydney Mayor Clover Moore looked dapper in a black blazer-like dress, while Sunrise presenter David Koch and his wife Libby also looked dapper in all black.

Kochie opted for a classic suit and tie, while his wife Libby wore an elegant shift dress with sandals.

Nadia Fairfax looked chic in a floor-length black dress with a chic Chanel bag draped around her waist like a belt.

Philanthropist Skye Leckie cemented her style credentials in a burgundy dress. She added a Merlot-colored clutch and seemed delighted to pose up a storm.

Elsewhere, Nadia Fairfax looked chic in a floor-length black dress with a chic Chanel bag draped around her waist like a belt.

Philanthropist Skye Leckie cemented her style credentials in a burgundy dress.

She added a Merlot-colored clutch and seemed delighted to pose up a storm.

Evan Kwee, Vice President and Head of Design and Hospitality, Vice President and Director of Capella Hotel Group, Kwee Liong Tek, President of Pontiac Land Group and Melissa Kwee, Director of Pontiac Land Group looked beautiful

Amber and John Symond teamed up in monochrome ensembles

Neil Perry opted for a black blazer with sneakers, while his wife Samantha looked divine in a flowing dress.