Lara Bingle dazzles in thigh-skimming black evening dress as she leads the red carpet glamour at the 2015 Elle Style Awards  

An increasingly busy working schedule took a temporary back-seat on Thursday evening as Lara Bingle led the glamour at the 2015 Elle Style Awards. 

The Australian model caught the eye in a thigh-skimming black evening dress as she sashayed across the red carpet at Sydney venue The Mint.

With a distinctive white and grey print, the textured dress ensured she was centre of attention as she posed for photos shortly before making her way inside.  

n increasingly busy working schedule took a temporary back-seat on Thursday evening as Lara Bingle led the glamour at the 2015 Elle Style Awards

Striking: An increasingly busy working schedule took a temporary back-seat on Thursday evening as Lara Bingle led the glamour at the 2015 Elle Style Awards

Lara, 28, added to her look with a pair of chunky black heels, while her trademark blonde locks were casually swept to one side.

The model - an ambassador for retail shopping chain Westfield - looked typically radiant as she made her way inside during a rare public appearance without her husband, Hollywood star Sam Worthington.

She was joined on the night by an array of stars, amongst them fellow model Nicole Trunfio - who jetted to her native Australia for the event from her adopted home in Los Angeles. 

Going solo: The model - an ambassador for retail shopping chain Westfield - looked typically radiant as she made her way inside during a rare public appearance without her husband, Hollywood star Sam Worthington

Going solo: The model - an ambassador for retail shopping chain Westfield - looked typically radiant as she made her way inside during a rare public appearance without her husband, Hollywood star Sam Worthington

Hard to miss: With a distinctive white and grey print, the textured dress ensured she was centre of attention as she posed for photos shortly before making her way inside
Hard to miss: With a distinctive white and grey print, the textured dress ensured she was centre of attention as she posed for photos shortly before making her way inside

Hard to miss: With a distinctive white and grey print, the textured dress ensured she was centre of attention as she posed for photos shortly before making her way inside

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Lara Bingle is now Lara Worthington but her style icon status is still well cemented. Here she is at the Elle Aussie style awards in an Ellery dress from the spring 2016 collection.

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Every little step: Lara, 28, added to her look with a pair of chunky black heels, while her trademark blonde locks were casually swept to one side

Every little step: Lara, 28, added to her look with a pair of chunky black heels, while her trademark blonde locks were casually swept to one side

Speaking to Daily Mail Australia, the supermodel confirmed that she has never been happier in life and admitted that becoming a parent for the first time with partner Gary Clark, Jr has given her ‘purpose’.

‘It’s been the most amazing ride,' she said. 'Full of love, compassion, patience and focus. You prioritise what’s important. It’s testing at times but it’s unconditional. I feel so content and I feel like I know my purpose now.’ 

Nicole showed off her incredible model figure in a a revealing patterned number as she went braless on the night in her plunging dress.

Flashing the flesh: Nicole Trunfio put on a very daring display at the 2015 Elle Australia Style Awards held at The Mint in Sydney on Thursday evening

Flashing the flesh: Nicole Trunfio put on a very daring display at the 2015 Elle Australia Style Awards held at The Mint in Sydney on Thursday evening

Body confident: The 5ft 8in beauty turned heads on arrival as she put her lean legs on full display thanks to the full length slits long the sides of her gown
Body confident: The 5ft 8in beauty turned heads on arrival as she put her lean legs on full display thanks to the full length slits long the sides of her gown

Body confident: The 5ft 8in beauty turned heads on arrival as she put her lean legs on full display thanks to the full length slits long the sides of her gown

Daring the bare: The 29-year-old was sure to show off her incredible model figure in a a revealing patterned number as she went braless on the night in her plunging dres

Daring the bare: The 29-year-old was sure to show off her incredible model figure in a a revealing patterned number as she went braless on the night in her plunging dres

She's expecting: Cricket WAG Kyly Clarke claimed plenty of the limelight courtesy of her plunging black gown
She's expecting: Cricket WAG Kyly Clarke claimed plenty of the limelight courtesy of her plunging black gow

She's expecting: Cricket WAG Kyly Clarke claimed plenty of the limelight courtesy of her plunging black gown

Coming soon: The wife of former Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke cupped a protective hand beneath her growing baby bump while posing for photos without the sporting legend

Coming soon: The wife of former Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke cupped a protective hand beneath her growing baby bump while posing for photos without the sporting legend

The 5ft 8in beauty turned heads on arrival as she put her lean legs on full display thanks to the full length slits long the sides of her gown.

Completing the look with black heels and gold jewellery, the brunette stunner appeared to not to be wearing underwear as she flashed a large section of her upper thigh whilst posing for pictures. 

Elsewhere cricket WAG Kyly Clarke claimed plenty of the limelight courtesy of her plunging black gown.  

She's earned her stripes: Cheyenne Tozzi opted for a bold red, orange and black striped mini-dress 

She's earned her stripes: Cheyenne Tozzi opted for a bold red, orange and black striped mini-dress 

Stylish displays: While Cheyenne opted for a splash of colour...
... E! Australia's Ksenija Lukich looked stunning in a lace embellished white dress

Stylish displays: While Cheyenne opted for a splash of colour, E! Australia's Ksenija Lukich looked stunning in a lace embellished white dress 

Happy couple: Radio personality Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli was joined by wife Lisa Robertson 

Happy couple: Radio personality Michael 'Wippa' Wipfli was joined by wife Lisa Robertson 

A sweeping statement: Jodi Anasta's generously cut spotted dress ensured she grabbed her fair share of the spotlight
A sweeping statement: Jodi Anasta's generously cut spotted dress ensured she grabbed her fair share of the spotlight

A sweeping statement: Jodi Anasta's generously cut spotted dress ensured she grabbed her fair share of the spotlight

Side by side: Jodi was joined on the night by fashion hair and make-up artist Max May 

Side by side: Jodi was joined on the night by fashion hair and make-up artist Max May 

The wife of former Australian cricket captain Michael Clarke cupped a protective hand beneath her growing baby bump while posing for photos without the sporting legend. 

Speaking to Daily Mail Australia, Kyly - who is due in December - admitted she was spending much of her spare time working ahead of the imminent birth.

'I'm super busy with my candle business, so equally bub's allowing me to keep working - I'm still doing my eight to nine hour days, making the most of everything and just getting myself as ready as I possibly can,' she said. 

Joined at the hip: The Bachelor couple Tim Robards and Anna Heinrich made their presence felt at the annual event 

Joined at the hip: The Bachelor couple Tim Robards and Anna Heinrich made their presence felt at the annual event 

A good looking pair: Tim and Anna attended the event having recently returned from a working holiday in California and Nevada
A good looking pair: Tim and Anna attended the event having recently returned from a working holiday in California and Nevada

A good looking pair: Tim and Anna attended the event having recently returned from a working holiday in California and Nevada 

In attendance: Terri Biviano caught the eye in an off the shoulder number as she arrived at the event

In attendance: Terri Biviano caught the eye in an off the shoulder number as she arrived at the event

Compare and contrast: While Terry opted for a generously cut gown...
... TV presenter Carissa Woolford sported a rather demure fitted black ensemble

Compare and contrast: While Terry opted for a generously cut gown, TV presenter Carissa Woolford sported a rather demure fitted black ensemble 

Hello handsome: Actor and model Didier Cohen was amongst guests at the annual event 

Hello handsome: Actor and model Didier Cohen was amongst guests at the annual event 

She added that she and Michael are yet to pick out a baby name.

'We have a couple of favourites when it comes to boys and girls, so I think when the time comes, we'll just look at each other and...we'll just know the name once we see bub,' Kyly said.

However, the socialite wouldn't be drawn on whether the couple will have a traditional or edgy name, teasing: 'You'll have to wait and see'.  

Striking: Model Aisha Mckinnon bared plenty of flesh in a daring bralet as she arrived on Thursday evening

Striking: Model Aisha Mckinnon bared plenty of flesh in a daring bralet as she arrived on Thursday evening

Looking good: Chanel Iman appeared to match Aisha Mckinnon's distinctive dress with a vibrant orange minidress
Looking good: Chanel Iman appeared to match Aisha Mckinnon's distinctive dress with a vibrant orange minidress

Looking good: Chanel Iman appeared to match Aisha Mckinnon's distinctive dress with a vibrant orange minidress 

Say cheese: The model was in good form as she posed for photos with Elle Australia editor-in-chief Justine Cullen

Say cheese: The model was in good form as she posed for photos with Elle Australia editor-in-chief Justine Cullen

Plenty to smile about: Bambi Northwood-Blythe...
... and Anna Heinrich were in high spirits on the night

Plenty to smile about: Bambi Northwood-Blythe (L) and Anna Heinrich (R) were in high spirits on the night  

Hand in hand: Bambi was joined by husband Dan Single 

Hand in hand: Bambi was joined by husband Dan Single 

Elsewhere Cheyenne Tozzi exclusively confirmed to DMA that she has found romance with businessman Jon Adgemis. 

‘Yeah, I’m super happy,' she said. 'Super happy. I’m happy thank you.'

The Australia’s Next Top Model judge put on a typically stylish display on the night as she showcased her model figure in a plunging striped Balmain mini dress. 

Drawing attention to her ample assets in the figure-hugging dress, the model beauty added height to her legs with black heels. 

A vision in white: Pip Edwards arrived in a breezy neutral outfit on Thursday night 

A vision in white: Pip Edwards arrived in a breezy neutral outfit on Thursday night 

Back view: Bambi Northwood-Blythe and Tegan Martin enjoyed a stylish display at the annual event
Back view: Bambi Northwood-Blythe and Tegan Martin enjoyed a stylish display at the annual event

Back view: Bambi Northwood-Blythe and Tegan Martin enjoyed a stylish display at the annual event 

Peachy: Tegan looked fresh and vibrant in a zesty mini-dress and strappy heels 

Peachy: Tegan looked fresh and vibrant in a zesty mini-dress and strappy heels 

Completing her look with a small black purse, the stunning brunette opted to style her locks up and away from her face.

Speaking about her decision to do to the dark side, she told DMA: ‘I love it, people don’t recognise you and it’s brilliant. It’s a nice change.

‘My mum is six foot two and a platinum blonde and I just thought, “I’m not going to look like you anymore”.’ 

Statuesque: Model Kate Peck sported a stylish maroon blouse and shirt combination at the event 

Statuesque: Model Kate Peck sported a stylish maroon blouse and shirt combination at the event 

Lads night out: Tim Robards and Dan Single posed for photos away from respective partners Anna Heinrich and Bambi Northwood-Blythe
Lads night out: Tim Robards and Dan Single posed for photos away from respective partners Anna Heinrich and Bambi Northwood-Blythe

Lads night out: Tim Robards and Dan Single posed for photos away from respective partners Anna Heinrich and Bambi Northwood-Blythe

Incoming: Kate Waterhouse sported an elegant white evening dress with pleated detailing on the night 

Incoming: Kate Waterhouse sported an elegant white evening dress with pleated detailing on the night 

Other guests to attend to annual event included Didier Cohen, Jodi Anasta, Terri Biviano, Chanel Iman and  E! Australia's Ksenija Lukich, who looked stunning in a fitted white dress with lace embellishments.

Meanwhile Anna Heinrich and Bambi Northwood-Blythe arrived on the arms of respective partners Tim Robards and Dan Single.

Elsewhere Tegan Martin caught the eye in a vibrant peach coloured mini-dress, while Aisha McKinnon bared her flesh in a bold bralet and matching skirt.

A vision in black: Margaret Zhang's billowing black number proved to be a fashion highlight  

A vision in black: Margaret Zhang's billowing black number proved to be a fashion highlight  

 

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