Curvy Mariah Carey wears tight crimson gown for first red carpet appearance with James Packer at premiere... but pair appear tense after loved-up display for cameras
The beaming smiles were well justified on Monday evening as James Packer and Mariah Carey reunited on the red carpet for the premiere of new movie The Intern.
Mariah was at her voluptuous best in a fitted crimson gown that accentuated her prodigious curves as she posed for photos alongside her Australian billionaire beau.
The soul diva looked delighted during their first red carpet appearance outside the Ziegfeld Theatre, which comes just weeks after the couple officially confirmed their romance during a protracted cruise around the Mediterranean.
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Night out: The beaming smiles were well justified on Monday evening as James Packer and Mariah Carey reunited on the red carpet for the premiere of new movie The Intern in New York City
Dapper duo: The 45-year-old casino mogul dressed smartly in a conventional grey suit and crisp white shirt
Completing her look with a cropped leather jacket, Mariah, 45, leaned into Packer for a kiss as they made their way inside ahead of the screening.
Meanwhile, the 45-year-old casino mogul looked smart in a conventional grey suit and crisp white shirt.
Packer, who has looked increasingly buoyant since news of their relationship broke, mirrored his new girlfriend's cheerful demeanor but his bright smile didn't last with the pair appearing to run into trouble.
There you go: Completing her look with a cropped leather jacket, Mariah, 45, leaned into Packer for a kiss as they made their way inside ahead of the screening
Stand off? At one point the pair looked tense during their outing, with Packer looking deep into Mariah's eyes as they stood face-to-face
Exchanging words: At one point the pair exchanged some words, with Mariah averting her boyfriend's gaze as they chatted quietly in front of the world's media
At one point the businessman, a constant by Mariah's side throughout the night, hung back and checked messages on his mobile phone while the songstress mingled with fellow guests and chatted with assembled journalists.
The pair appeared to be animated and conversational during their outing, but Packer began looking more and more tense, especially at one point during a conversation with Mariah as they stood face to face.
His apparent mood appeared to intensify as they made their way inside the theatre, with the billionaire raising his hands up in protestation towards a woman as his glamorous girlfriend stood back, sunglasses firmly in place.
He's pleased.. for now: Packer, who has looked increasingly buoyant since news of their relationship broke, mirrored his new girlfriend's cheerful demeanour by offering the singer a bright smile as they walked the length of the red carpet
Steal Mariah's style in a dress by Azzedine Alaia
We've already seen pictures of this hot new couple on holiday together but last night was their first red carpet outing at the New York premiere of The Intern.
Mariah Carey is one of those women who is all about full on glamour no matter what the occasion so we're not surprised she went all out in a rather fabulous gown by cult designer Azzedine Alaia.
This French label is immediately recognizable thanks to the signature stretch knit that has made it so in demand. It clings in all the right places while acting as a soft corset so killer curves like Mariah's are dressed to perfection.
The full length version of this dress is not available online but click (right) to get hold of a mini version at Browns. Or recreate the burgundy palette with one of the dresses in our edit below. Starting at $60, they'll help you recreate Mariah's style without breaking the bank.
Don't mind me:But at some points he looked a little on the tense side
New romance: The couple have been enjoying quality time together in the weeks following their romantic Mediterranean cruise aboard Packer's sprawling luxury yacht, Arctic P
Say cheese: Mariah and James were joined by Warner Bros. Creative Development and Worldwide Production Director Greg Silverman and Warner Bros. CEO Kevin Tsujihara
Big event: The couple were making their first red carpet appearance at the New York premiere
Onlookers claim the billionaire was gesturing towards a publicist when he was snapped in the stand-off pose.
Packer has been enjoying quality time with the singer in the weeks following their romantic Mediterranean cruise aboard his sprawling luxury yacht, Arctic P.
They spent time together sailing around the Balearic Islands, including Ibiza and Formentera.
Tense: The casino mogul was highly animated as he gestured towards the woman while Mariah maintained a steely appearance with her sunglasses on
In you go: Mariah and Packer were later seen making their way into the theatre ahead of the screening, with the businessman raising his arms while gesturing at a woman described by onlookers as a publicist
He recently told News Corp Australia: 'Mariah is just incredible, amazing she really is...She’s a genius'.
'Who else is there? There is Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. Not Madonna...Those three can sing five octaves...'
Elsewhere the Sydney born billionaire has just seen new film Black Mass, on which he worked as executive producer, gross $8.8 million during its opening day in US cinemas, win a collective $24 million from worldwide ticket sales and earn a string of positive reviews.
So in love: The loved-up billionaire planted a gentle kiss on the chart-topper's cheek as they made their way home
Smiles all round: James and Mariah appeared to have enjoyed their evening out
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