You only have once chance to make a first impression, so the old saying goes.
A whopping 23 women are vying for the heart of this year’s Bachelor, all of them keen to stand out among the sea of sequins surrounding Jimmy Nicholson.
And what better way to stand out in a crowd than with a jaw-dropping ensemble the 31-year-old hunk will find difficult to forget.
The ninth season of the popular dating franchise is filled with the thigh-high splits and dazzling ball gowns we’ve come to know and love from The Bachelor premiere.
But one woman undoubtedly turned heads in a “naked” white dress, often worn by brides on their big day.
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‘Naked’ mini dress from Portia and Scarlett
Jay, 31, stepped out in the couture gown that retails for an eye-watering $1463, that was not only tiny in length, but also sheer with a plunging neckline.
The nutritionist from NSW rocked the strappy number, made by designers Portia and Scarlett, with earrings by Roxy Jacenko and accessories from budget jewellery store Lovisa.
She finished the look with statement clear shoes by Billini, her honey “bronde” locks styled into loose waves.
The dress is from one of the brand’s “naked dresses” collection and has been worn by brides as well as celebrities and influencers.
Underboobs, cut outs and cleavage
Of course, no Bachie premiere would be complete without an array of sexy outfits – including a mix of underboobs, cut outs and cleavage.
Elena, 33, decided to flash her killer abs in this light blue two-piece from the Amy Taylor Collection. The personal trainer from NSW oozed confidence in the skimpy ensemble, that she teamed with Lovisa accessories and shoes by Tony Bianco.
Another fitness lover whose outfit showed off her athletic figure is Ash, a dance teacher, from Queensland, in a sequined number that matches her state’s colours.
The 34-year-old wore a dress from Michael Costello that featured an on-trend cut out that flashed her midriff as well as a halter-neck showing off her sculpted shoulders.
Meanwhile Stevie, 29, opted to give Jimmy a classic glimpse of cleavage in her white dress made by Sydney designer, Tina Holly.
The hair stylist from Queensland wore a floor length white gown adorned with flowers that had a plunging neckline.
Daring splits
Women love to wear a statement split – and Holly, a marketing manager from NSW went for double the punch opting for one in an eye-catching canary yellow colour.
The 27-year-old’s dress is designed by Alin Le Kal and has a flowing train worthy of a Hollywood moment.
Tahnee, also 27, chose a red, sequined dress with bow detailing on the shoulders from Duchess Boutique. The corporate travel manager, from Victoria, flaunted her legs and shoulders in the showstopping gown.
Corporate lawyer Charlie has a gown that is giving me Princess Diana vibes – I know it’s not the same as the late-princesses iconic black number at a 1994 dinner at the Serpentine Gallery in Kensington Gardens, but the neckline is strikingly similar.
The Victoria woman looks gorgeous in the royal blue dress, made by Abyss By Abby.
Bold gowns galore
It’s not opening night of Bachelor season without a colourful outfit choice, and this year youth support worker Rebekah has gone for that crown.
The 27-year-old from NSW has a rainbow carnival dress with matching feather wings made by famed Mardi Gras costumier House of Priscilla.
Sierah has also chosen a daring ensemble with this bright blue sequined cut out dress from Judy Copley Couture. The 28-year-old technical analyst from Victoria, had her dark hair styled in a sleek lob, giving off serious #bossbabe vibes.
Annabelle’s dress makes us want to stand up and start singing the US national anthem thanks to its red, white and blue stripes. The Alin Le Kal dress is very striking with a sheer skirt that flaunts the 28-year-old medical equipment installer’s legs.
Another striking gown was Tamlyn’s burnt orange gown, made by A&N Luxe Label. The 25-year-old customer service officer from NSW looked very comfortable in the figure-hugging design teamed with shoes from KUWTK star’s Kendall and Kylie.
Pretty as a princess
Hoping for their Cinderella moments are Ashleigh, 28, Hannah, 26, and Madison, 24, who all opted for pretty “princess-style” dresses.
Simple and elegant
While Lily, 23, Lauren, 29, and Belinda, 29, are hoping to make their mark with more traditional style ensembles.
Other gorgeous fashion looks
There were countless other dazzling looks among the other contestants.
Company director, Tatum, chose a dress by Abyss by Abby. The 26-year-old Queenslander rocked the pale blue gown with comfortable shoes.
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