Julie Bishop wrapped her arms around her rumoured hunky new boyfriend Luke Hepworth as she stunned in a black gown at the Capella Sydney Official Opening Night on Thursday.
The former foreign minister, 66, appeared very cosy as she cuddled up to the handsome ‘adventure philanthropist’ who also is the Managing Director of a multinational PPE business.
It’s the politician’s second red carpet appearance with the handsome entrepreneur, although he has denied the pair are dating. She went through a painful split with her partner of eight years, David Panton, last year.
Julie first stepped out with the hunk at a Moët & Chandon ball in Sydney.
Julie Bishop wrapped her arms around her rumoured hunky new boyfriend Luke Hepworth as she stunned in a black gown at the Capella Sydney Official Opening Night on Thursday
It’s the politician’s second red carpet appearance with the handsome entrepreneur, although he has denied the pair are dating. Ms Bishop went through a painful split with her partner of eight years, David Panton, last year
The former foreign minister, 66, appeared very cosy as she cuddled up to the handsome ‘adventure philanthropist’ who also is the Managing Director of a multinational PPE business
Ms Bishop opted for a floor length black gown with a thigh high split and off-the-shoulder design by Alexander McQueen. The look was styled by David Jones.
On Thursday, she opted for a floor length black gown with a thigh high split and off-the-shoulder design by Alexander McQueen.
Ms Bishop paired the divine ensemble with a trendy satin clutch and towering stiletto. The look was styled by David Jones.
Adding a touch of glamour, she complemented her nails and toes both with red polish and opted for a full face of make-up.
Ensuring all eyes were on her, she added a diamond necklace to her show-stopping ensemble.
Luke is a keen adventurer and sportsman, while Julie is also a fitness enthusiast, so the pairing is a match made in heaven.
Pip Edwards opted for a semi-sheer black gown from Australian fashion house Pallas Couture
The P.E Nation designer attended the glittering soirée with her longtime friend Milly Gattegno, who is a Senior Talent Manager at IMG
Julie and Luke have attended several high-profile soirees, including Perth Telethon, but Luke has denied the pair are an item – insisting they’re just friends.
Julie was among many glamorous starlets hitting the red carpet.
P.E Nation designer by Pip Edwards also attended the glittering soirée with her longtime friend Milly Gattegno, who is a Senior Talent Manager at IMG.
Pip opted for a semi-sheer black gown from Australian fashion house Pallas Couture.
The stunning number showed off Pip’s perfectly shaped body with statement cutouts.
Lord Mayor of Sydney Clover Moore looked sleek in a black blazer dress
Sunrise host David Koch and wife Libby looked chic in all black
Sunrise star Edwina Bartholomew looked divine in a burnt orange gown with a Grecian goddess silhouette
Showing off her post-summer tan, Pip opted for a full face of make-up with heavy black eyeliner and mascara.
She teamed it with lashings of bronzer and highlighter while slicking her hair back into a neat bob.
Meanwhile, Lord Mayor of Sydney Clover Moore looked sleek in a black blazer dress while Sunrise host David Koch and wife Libby also looked chic in all black.
Kochie opted for a classic suit and tie while his wife Libby wore a sleek shift number with sandals.
Nadia Fairfax looked chic in a floor length black gown with a sleek Chanel bag wrapped around her waist like a belt
Philanthropist Skye Leckie cemented her style credentials in a burgundy dress. She added a Merlot-coloured clutch bag and looked delighted to pose up a storm
Elsewhere, Nadia Fairfax looked chic in a floor length black gown with a sleek Chanel bag wrapped around her waist like a belt.
Philanthropist Skye Leckie cemented her style credentials in a burgundy dress.
She added a Merlot-coloured clutch bag and looked delighted to pose up a storm.
Evan Kwee, Vice President and Head of Design and Hospitality Vice Chairman and Director of Capella Hotel Group, Kwee Liong Tek, Chairman of Pontiac Land Group and Melissa Kwee, Director at Pontiac Land Group looked gorgeous
Amber and John Symond matched in monochrome ensembles
Neil Perry opted for a black blazer with sneakers, while wife Samantha looked divine in a flowing gown
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