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Daily Mail
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Logies' biggest fashion felonies revealed as we look back at the WORST DRESSED stars on the red carpet ahead of TV's night-of-nights
With one night to go until celebrities descend on the 2025 TV Week Logie Awards, Aussie A-listers are no doubt putting the finishing touches on their red carpet ensembles. However, now seems as good a time as ever to reflect on some of the outfits that should've stayed as far away from the public eye as possible. Who could forget Margot Robbie 's mullet dress? Or Gamble Breaux 's BDSM-esque leg jewels? Daily Mail Australia reminisces on some of the event's biggest fashion faux pas over the years in preparation for what's to come on Sunday, August 3. From necklines that plunged too low and slits that soared too high, to frills, feathers and fishtails that never deserved an RSVP—we look back for a laugh, and a lesson in what NOT to wear. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Emily Weir: 2024 Emily Weir's 2024 outfit certainly raised eyebrows and mixed reviews as she attended TV's biggest night with a big fashion slip-up. Exposing her derriere and then some, the Home and Away star raised temperatures and eyebrows as she took to the red carpet in a baby pink dress with sheer panels, rhinestones, tulle - you name it. Her risqué frock turned out to be riskier than expected—a glittering example of what not to wear at the Logies. Melissa King: 2024 Melissa King's outfit at the 2024 Logies is proof that her stylist quite obviously hated her with a fiery passion. For whoever let Melissa descend onto the red carpet with her Spanx on full display clearly was a sadist or was harbouring some ill will. The Better Homes and Gardens host deserved better than to be dressed in an ill-fitting Amanda Tasevski gown—especially one with a sheer, corseted midriff that left her high-waisted underwear band fully exposed. Here's hoping Melissa gets her red carpet redemption this year – and keeps the undies under wraps. Leila McKinnon: 2018 Channel Nine journalist Leila McKinnon stole the spotlight for all the wrong reasons in 2018 when she arrived on the red carpet in a futuristic tinsel-inspired frock. The glitzy design showed off her cleavage and skimmed over her hourglass curves with what looked like Spotlight-sourced party tinsel. Leila's makeup matched the drama of her outfit, with a heavy smoky eye and a liberal sweep of blush. Olympia Valance: 2017 Olympia Valance wore a rose-stamped creation by Con Ilio when she attended the Logies in 2017. The billowing velvet skirt and oversized print did little to flatter Olympia's frame, while a bizarre head wrap failed to enhance her already overwhelming look. Olympia's no stranger to bold fashion choices, but this one left fans distinctly unimpressed. Tracy Grimshaw: 2009 A Current Affair's Tracy Grimshaw made a questionable sartorial choice in 2009 when she stepped on the red carpet in a royal purple number with rhinestone detailing. The frock's voluminous skirt and garish hue earned her a spot on many fans' worst dressed lists. And while it may have been on-trend back then, Tracy's throwback haircut and fast fashion-style purse didn't help her case. Natalie Bassingthwaighte: 2022 The former Neighbours star failed to flatter her spectacular figure in a pink smock-like dress with gold features. Natalie finished the look with Egyptian-style block bracelets—an accessory choice that left many scratching their heads. Libby Babet: 2017 The Biggest Loser's Libby Babet graced the Logies red carpet in an outfit that would polarise audiences in 2017. Sauntering her way down the media wall, Libby turned heads in a glittering silver pencil dress covered in flamenco-inspired fringe detailing. The trainer topped off her eyebrow-raising ensemble with chunky white heels and a high-drama ponytail. Margot Robbie: 2009 In 2009, well before her Hollywood career took off, former Neighbours star Margot Robbie stepped out in a dramatic, flamenco- inspired, black and red mullet dress. Despite being panned by fashion critics, Margot had attended as a nominee for the Most Popular New Female Talent award. While it wasn't her finest fashion moment, we'll forgive Margot— her five-star Barbie looks in 2023 more than made up for it. Christian Wilkins: 2018 He's the son of veteran entertainment reporter Richard Wilkins and is known to push the boundaries with fashion. However, Christian suffered a fashion faux pas when he descended on the 2018 red carpet in a very casual look. He chose a red plaid frock layered over ill-fitting black trousers and finished the look with biker-style boots—an ensemble that felt more streetwear than Logies-ready. Gamble Breaux: 2016 The Real Housewives of Melbourne star stepped out in an OTT get-up that left little to the imagination at the 2016 Logies. Gamble turned heads as she chose to accessorise with unusual leg jewels that overpowered her otherwise simple beige dress. The frock's thigh-high split showed off her toned legs, while glitter-soaked heels added even more drama to the already eccentric ensemble. Bonnie Sveen: 2017 Best known for playing Ricky Sharpe on Home and Away, Bonnie looked worlds away from her bikini babe character when she attended the Logies in 2017. Clad in an unusual two-piece ensemble with grey brocade, the soap star looked decidedly uncomfortable as she posed on the red carpet. Bonnie paired the look with black strappy heels, though they did little to complement her petite frame. Georgie Parker: 2016 Home and Away star Georgie Parker missed the fashion mark in 2016 when she wore a bronze silk gown that swamped her slender frame. The actress opted for a floor-length, plunging Constantina & Louise dress with ruched detailing around her stomach. The look was further amplified by House of Emmanuele body jewellery and cuffs that trailed fabric from the gown—adding drama to an already extravagant ensemble. Courtney Act: 2004 The red carpet at the 2004 Logies saw some colourful characters. Drag queen Courtney Act turned heads in a one-of-a-kind dress made entirely from photos of veteran entertainer Bert Newton—an unforgettable tribute that had everyone talking. Rebecca Judd: 2017 Footy WAG Rebecca Judd's J'Aton Couture frock was a fashion risk and featured an elaborate ruffled front and clashing pink and red lace. Her soft curls and flawless makeup couldn't be faulted, but the sheer, long-sleeved design sparked plenty of debate online. Cheryl Maitland: 2018 The former Married At First Sight star made her presence felt for all the wrong reasons. Cheryl wore a burgundy strapless frock with bizarre see-through mesh under the bust. The excessive draping from the waist also overwhelmed Cheryl's petite frame. Lee Lin Chin: 2015 She's the SBS newsreader who is known for her unique fashion sense. And Lee Lin Chin never shies away from making a style statement: case in point, the 2015 Logie Awards. That year, she wore a white T-shirt-style frock paired with lace leggings and sleeves, topped off with a dramatic black hat wrapped in tulle around her face and neck. Newsreader Lee Lin Chin attended the 2015 red carpet in a white T-shirt frock with lace leggings and sleeves, and a statement black hat Ash Williams: 2011 Ash Williams took men's fashion to wild new heights at the 2011 Logies. He arrived in tight metallic trousers, a silver jacket, and gold body paint smeared across his bare chest. Caitlin Stasey: 2015 She's the controversial actress known for her strong opinions on sexuality and feminism, among other topics. Caitlin Stasey made a bold statement at the 2015 Logies, wearing a silver bull nose ring in her septum and an ill-fitting jumpsuit that divided opinion. Susie Elelman: 2014 Susie Elelman is known for being a fashion risk-taker who regularly flaunts her ample assets on the red carpet. In 2014, she put on an extremely eye-popping display as she showcased her impressive cleavage in a plunging dress. Interestingly, it was the very same dress she wore to the Logies nearly two decades earlier, in 1995.
San Francisco Chronicle
22-04-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
S.F. restaurant that held Michelin star for 11 years has closed
Luce, a San Francisco restaurant that held a Michelin star for over a decade and nurtured renowned chefs, has closed permanently. The upscale Mediterranean restaurant inside the InterContinental Hotel at 88 Howard St. has served its final dishes, a hotel employee confirmed. Ownership was not available to comment. Luce, which debuted in 2008, is known in part as a culinary launchpad. Its opening chef, Dominique Crenn, went on to open her own Michelin-starred restaurants. Later, Luce was led by chef Melissa King, who went on to 'Top Chef' fame. Luce won a Michelin star from 2009 to 2020. It reopened after a temporary pandemic closure in 2021 under chef Rogelio Garcia, who now helms the Michelin-starred Auro in Calistoga. Bistro888, the hotel's bar, will remain open.
