Start your engines: The stars go all out for the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix's Glamour on the Grid 2026
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The Formula 1 is about to kick off in Melbourne, but on Wednesday night it was all about the fashion.
Glamour on The Grid saw some of Australia's sporting greats and biggest names in fashion greats come together to celebrate the night and the naked dress once again dominated the red carpet.
Presenter and model Rebecca Judd was one of the many arrivals who opted for the trend, slipping into a stunning Jaton Couture frock.
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Rebecca Judd was one of the many stars who attended Glamour On The Grid at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit on Wednesday night. Getty
The semi sheer gown featured plenty of crystal details and a daring open back that flashed plenty of skin.
She wore her hair up in a sleek up-do, with two curled strands at the front framing her face.
The mum-of-four finished the look with a matching glitzy clutch, silver heels and minimal jewellery, letting the heavily detailed gown shine.
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The presenter and model wore a semi-sheer Jaton Couture frock. Supplied/Mike Tarr Photography
The sheer, sparkling frock nailed the biggest fashion trend of the night. Getty
But she wasn't the only one who got the memo that the naked dress was the unofficial theme of the night.
Model Annalise Dalins, who is engaged to Collingwood star Josh Daicos, opted for a similar sheer frock that featured a cutout on the waist.
The 24-year-old wore an Oglia-loro Couture frock, which featured embellished details across the bust and hips, leaving the rest of the sheer fabric to skim over her body.
Josh Daicos and fiancee Annalise Dalins were also at the stylish event. Getty
The couple were all smiles as they posed for photos. Getty
The dress was also backless, with a halter design.
Daicos meanwhile, kept things suave in a simple black tuxedo.
Nadia Bartel looked stunning in a Jaton Couture design gown with plenty of sparkle and an almost hip-high slit.
Nadia Bartel got the naked dress memo, stunning in this Jaton Couture gown. Getty
Peter Dugmore and Bartel pictured at the F1 event. Getty
The gorgeous gown also played on the naked dress trend, with the sparkling details layered over a nude fabric.
She attended the glamourous event with her partner of three years, Peter Dugmore.
He complemented her look, opting for a pale grey suit and matching shirt.
Jules Neale went bold with a stunning red gown. Supplied/Mike Tarr Photography
While many of the ladies opted for sheer and sparkles, Jules Neale bucked the trend and went with one very bold look.
The Perth-based hairdresser, whose separation from AFL star Lachie Neale has made headlines in recent weeks was red hot in this gorgeous number.
The red gown by designer Effie Kats featured a one shoulder design, flashing some skin with a cut-out on her hip – and it was backless too.
Jules also posed in front of one of the F1 cars as she walked the grid. Instagram/@julesneale
Sharing another snap from the night to her Instagram she posed in front of an F1 car, clearly taking it all in.
AFLW star Tayla Harris was another standout and there's some killer inspiration behind her look.
The flame embroidered pants and jacket were covered in plenty of bling, which matched the bralette underneath.
Tayla Harris brings the style and fun with this outfit. Getty
The look is a collaboration with Hot Wheels, which feels so hitting for the racing event. Getty
The outfit is a REIGNER x Hot Wheels collaboration and she felt like it was the perfect option for her debut at the event.
"The opportunity to stand out at an event like this, if you can show a bit of your personality and your willingness to wear bold things, that can be a really cool experience," she told nine.com.au.
"I have followed James Noble, who's behind Reigner, for a while and always thought his stuff was awesome.
"Given the opportunity, I was, always going to say yes [to wearing his styles]. And then Hot Wheels, obviously, being a collaborator is a perfect fit for me."
Britt Selwood opted for a daring look, pairing a bralette with an interesting feather detailed skirt. Getty
The feather detailing on the skirt featured a lot of beading, creating a really dramatic effect. Getty
Britt Selwood took a risk with her look and wow!
Opting for a black bralette paired with a featured skirt, the outfit was bold with plenty of drama too.
Rebecca Harding was a vision in black, with fiance Andy Lee channelling similar vibes in a black tux.
Rebecca Harding kept things classic in a stunning black gown. Getty
Andy Lee and Harding attended the Albert Park event together. Getty
She kept things classic in a timeless black gown, with knot details at the shoulders and a chic twist at the waist.
Another trend that emerged was the black memo – because really you can never go wrong with a black dress.
Aussie fashion designer and style icon Pip Edwards meshed the two, opting for a sheer dress, layered with black lace.
Adding her signature cool girl style, she draped a leather jacket over her arms and accessorised with a studded black love-heart shaped bag.
Radio personality Carrie Bickmore opted for a sleek black gown that featured sequin detailing all over.
The mermaid-esque gown was the standout, leaving her blonde hair loose around her shoulders.
Pip Edwards with her take on the naked dress, adding a touch of her cool-girl style too. Getty
Carrie Bickmore attends the event wearing black. Getty
Lindy Klim's black gown featured bold shoulder pad detailing and plenty of sparkle.
Just like a lot of the other ladies in attendance, she added a touch of sheer with a shimmering see-through skirt.
She was joined at the event by her daughter, Stella Klim.
Lindy Klim got the memo for flashing a bit of skin in this bold number. Getty
Lindy Klim and Stella Klim were vision in black and white. Getty
Stella Klim was channelling princess vibes with the skirt. Getty
Stella wore a white two-piece set that featured a dramatic tulle skirt and corset style top.
Aussie model Lara Worthington stayed true to her signature style for the event.
She wore a wine coloured trend coat dress, paired with metallic pumps.
Lara Worthington channelling her signature style in a wine coloured trench dress. Getty
The Aussie model kept her hair and makeup simple to complement the look. Getty
Aussie snowboarding legend Scottie James was there with his wife, Chloe Stroll.
The couple, who met through her F1 driver brother, looked stylish as they arrived.
Stroll opted for a slinky butter yellow gown that featured a deep v-neck design.
Aussie Olympian Scotty James and Chloe Stroll arrive together looking stylish. Supplied/Mike Tarr Photography
She wore her hair up in a sleek bun, with statement earrings to compliment the dress.
Meanwhile, James kept things stylish in all black and adding a touch of his casual style with a t-shirt layered under his suit jacket.
Olivia Rogers and her partner Hugo Breakey were clearly enjoying the date night.
Hugo Breakey and Olivia Rogers cuddle up for a snap as they arrive. Getty
Look at this mumma! Getty
Rogers, who is pregnant with her first bub, went with a gorgeous blue frock that featured a sheer overlay on her arms.
Cut-out details accentuated her growing bump, which she proudly cradled for photos.
Francesca Hung was channelling main character energy and wow!
Francesca Hung was channelling main character energy with this look. Getty
There's no denying that this was one of the most dramatic looks of the night. Getty
The dress, the train, the volume and of course the sunglasses, she really nailed it.
Melbourne AFL captain Max Gawn went with a velvet jacket for the night, adding a touch of something special to his look.
The sportsman paired the textured jacket with a black bow tie and simple suit pants.
AFL star Max Gawn and wife Jessica looked stylish on their arrival. Getty
His wife, Jessica Gawn was a vision in a stunning gold gown.
The shimmering fabric hugged her body and featured draped details that added to the gorgeous fit.
She finished the look with a matching gold shrug and kept her long blonde locks loose around her shoulders.
It really was a night for fashion, with Aussie designer Effie Katsaounis also in attendance.
Aussie designer Effie Katsaounis hit the event in a knockout black gown. Getty
Effie Katsaounis opted for a stunning black gown with a lace skirt. Getty
She nailed the black memo, slipping into an interesting black gown that featured a structured corset and sheer lace skirt.
Draped detailing on her hips added to the drama of the outfit and added even more wow factor.
This year marks the 10th year of Glamour on the Grid and the event also starts the Melbourne F1 held at Albert Park.
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