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NGV Gala 2023 at the National Gallery of Victoria Headlined by Liam Hemsworth and Gabriella Brooks

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The glitterati came out in force for the NGV Gala 2023 at the National Gallery of Victoria on Saturday. 

Leading the charge was Liam Hemsworth, who was joined by his glamorous girlfriend Gabriella Brooks. 

The Hunger Games star looked dapper in a slick black suit that accentuated his broad shoulders. 

He had his blonde hair perfectly slicked back and had trimmed his facial hair to ensure that he looked smart and respectable for the occasion. 

Gabriella looked chic in a blue satin gown which was casually draped around her slender frame. 

Liam Hemsworth was joined by his glamorous girlfriend Gabriella Brooks at the NGV Gala 2023 at the National Gallery of Victoria on Saturday

Liam Hemsworth was joined by his glamorous girlfriend Gabriella Brooks at the NGV Gala 2023 at the National Gallery of Victoria on Saturday

The Hunger Games star looked dapper in a slick black suit that accentuated his broad shoulders.

The Hunger Games star looked dapper in a slick black suit that accentuated his broad shoulders.

The 27-year-old slicked her dark blonde hair back into a tight bun and kept her makeup minimal. 

At one point, she gazed adoringly up at her strapping boyfriend as they posed for photos.

Former MasterChef Australia judge Melissa Leong was impossible to miss in a dramatic red gown.

Looking almost unrecognisable compared to her usual self, the 41-year-old appeared to have dyed her brunette hair a chestnut brown. 

Former MasterChef Australia judge Melissa Leong was impossible to miss in a dramatic red gown

Former MasterChef Australia judge Melissa Leong was impossible to miss in a dramatic red gown

Looking almost unrecognisable compared to her usual self, the 41-year-old appeared to have dyed her brunette hair a chestnut brown

Looking almost unrecognisable compared to her usual self, the 41-year-old appeared to have dyed her brunette hair a chestnut brown

Meanwhile, model Jessica Gomes went for a much simpler look compared to some of the extravagant gowns on display.

The Sports Illustrated stunner showcased her incredible figure in a racy black cocktail dress that featured bold cut-outs across the torso. 

She had her brunette hair pulled back in a tight, sleek bun, and accessorised with some expensive diamond earrings. 

The beauty made sure that she worked the camera from every angle as she posed up a storm by the media wall.  

Model Jessica Gomes went for a much simpler look compared to some of the extravagant gowns on display

Model Jessica Gomes went for a much simpler look compared to some of the extravagant gowns on display

The Sports Illustrated stunner showcased her incredible figure in a racy black cocktail dress that featured bold cut-outs across the torso

The Sports Illustrated stunner showcased her incredible figure in a racy black cocktail dress that featured bold cut-outs across the torso

E-commerce queen Anastasia Fai Kogan stole the show in a dramatic rainbow swirl gown. 

The sleeveless number included a black bust, which she matched to her sheer, opera length gloves. 

Anastasia opted for a bronzed makeup look with a dark pink lipstick and wore her brunette locks partly swept off her face. 

She completed the glamorous ensemble with a smattering of gold accessories and drop earrings. 

E-commerce queen Anastasia Fai Kogan (pictured) stole the show in a dramatic rainbow swirl gown which she matched to her sheer, opera length gloves

E-commerce queen Anastasia Fai Kogan (pictured) stole the show in a dramatic rainbow swirl gown which she matched to her sheer, opera length gloves

Anastasia opted for a bronzed makeup look with a dark pink lipstick and wore her brunette locks partly swept off her face

Anastasia opted for a bronzed makeup look with a dark pink lipstick and wore her brunette locks partly swept off her face

She completed the glamorous ensemble with a smattering of gold accessories and drop earrings as well as a diamond ring

She completed the glamorous ensemble with a smattering of gold accessories and drop earrings as well as a diamond ring 

Also turning heads was artist Agnieszka Pilat who glittered in a gold haterneck gown with cutouts that showed off a hint of skin.

She added a pair of cream patent heels in a pointed design and completed the ensemble paired with a fur shawl.

Aurelia St Clair also went the metallic route, choosing a daring dress that showed off lots of bust. 

The comedian and writer added to the look with futuristic earrings and a pair of black pointed heels. 

Also turning heads was artist Agnieszka Pilat (pictured) who glittered in a gold haterneck gown with cutouts that showed off a hint of skin

Also turning heads was artist Agnieszka Pilat (pictured) who glittered in a gold haterneck gown with cutouts that showed off a hint of skin

She added a pair of cream patent heels in a pointed design and completed the ensemble paired with a fur shawl

She added a pair of cream patent heels in a pointed design and completed the ensemble paired with a fur shawl

Aurelia St Clair (pictured) also went the metallic route, choosing a daring dress that showed off lots of bust

Aurelia St Clair (pictured) also went the metallic route, choosing a daring dress that showed off lots of bust

The comedian and writer added to the look with futuristic silver earrings and a pair of black pointed heels

The comedian and writer added to the look with futuristic silver earrings and a pair of black pointed heels

Emma Lewisham was classic in black, choosing a slinky number with a deep V-neck design that showed off some skin.

The skincare maven added a diamond choker and carried a small patent designer purse, finishing the look with open-toed heels. 

Society couple Jaimee Belle Kennedy and James Kennedy made it a date night, each opting for high fashion black ensembles. 

Jaimee stunned in a plunging silk gown which she paired with a dramatic feather boa, and she carried a mini Chanel purse. 

Emma Lewisham (pictured) was classic in black, choosing a slinky number with a deep V-neck design that showed off some skin. The skincare maven added a diamond choker

Emma Lewisham (pictured) was classic in black, choosing a slinky number with a deep V-neck design that showed off some skin. The skincare maven added a diamond choker 

Society couple Jaimee Belle Kennedy and James Kennedy made it a date night, each opting for high fashion black ensembles. Both pictured

 Society couple Jaimee Belle Kennedy and James Kennedy made it a date night, each opting for high fashion black ensembles. Both pictured 

Jaimee stunned in a plunging silk gown which she paired with a dramatic feather boa, and she carried a mini Chanel purse

Jaimee stunned in a plunging silk gown which she paired with a dramatic feather boa, and she carried a mini Chanel purse

Chief executive of the Melbourne Fashion Festival Caroline Ralphsmith (pictured) brought the drama in a stunning tulle gown in graduating tones of blue

Chief executive of the Melbourne Fashion Festival Caroline Ralphsmith (pictured) brought the drama in a stunning tulle gown in graduating tones of blue

She carried a designer purse and layered a number of punk-inspired bracelets while keeping her reading glasses on for a smart touch

She carried a designer purse and layered a number of punk-inspired bracelets while keeping her reading glasses on for a smart touch

Chief executive of the Melbourne Fashion Festival Caroline Ralphsmith brought the drama in a stunning tulle gown in graduating tones of blue. 

She carried a designer purse and layered a number of punk-inspired bracelets while keeping her reading glasses on for a smart touch.  

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan brought along her husband Yorick Piper, and was looking chic in her black, fitted gown accessorised with a statement necklace. 

Philanthropist Krystyna Campbell-Pretty glistened in gold, choosing an old Hollywood style gown paired with ribbon heels. 

Philanthropist Krystyna Campbell-Pretty (pictured) glistened in gold, choosing an old Hollywood style gown paired with ribbon heels

Philanthropist Krystyna Campbell-Pretty (pictured) glistened in gold, choosing an old Hollywood style gown paired with ribbon heels

Author Kate Reid (pictured) channelled the 1920's in an intricately beaded art deco gown and a silver glittery purse, which matched her shoes

Author Kate Reid (pictured) channelled the 1920’s in an intricately beaded art deco gown and a silver glittery purse, which matched her shoes

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan brought along her husband Yorick Piper, and was looking chic in her black, fitted gown accessorised with a statement necklace. Both pictured

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan brought along her husband Yorick Piper, and was looking chic in her black, fitted gown accessorised with a statement necklace. Both pictured 

Author Kate Reid channelled the 1920’s in an intricately beaded art deco gown and a silver glittery purse, which matched her shoes. 

Described as the ‘undisputed crown jewel in the Australian cultural calendar’ by Vogue magazine, the NGV Gala has been running since 2017. 

The black-tie gala marks the opening of the the opening of the National Gallery of Victoria’s summer exhibition, featuring 75 projects by 100 artists. 

READ MORE: Elsa Pataky stuns in feathered white ensemble and diamonds at 2022 NGV Gala

 

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