Sequins galore as WAGs steal show on Dally M red carpet merry-go-round Grand final, what grand final? Like the award to come, the impending Sydney derby was a mere distraction from the Dally M's red carpet on Tuesday. Living up to its colourful reputation, the selection of gowns on show had it all - sparkles, plunging backs and high hemlines. NRL theme songstress Jessica Mauboy broke from what appeared to be the theme of the evening - black and white - in a hot pink and contrasting orange lace gown. Away from the monochrome, it was sequins, sequins and more sequins for NRL WAGs as the Star teemed with broad-shouldered tuxedos. Doing it in tried-and-tested style were Mrs Anthony Minichiello and Mrs Braith Anasta, who had their own rivalry to play out on the red carpet. Reportedly up in arms over bridal gown feuds and wedding days spats, Terry Biviano and Jodi Anasta shared more than a chequered history: both women are pregnant, with Biviano expecting her first child in December and Anasta due around March. Sara Huegill, in black lace, also sported a baby bump, alongside swimmer husband Geoff Huegill. Elle Watmough, wife of the silvertails' enforcer Anthony, debuted in style, wearing a pale aqua lace Steven Khalil number. But among the 700 players, WAGs, celebrities and officials, there was one woman who had invested more than most in the game. Wearing on trend black and white, league mum queen bee Julie Burgess was escorted along the red carpet with her four South Sydney player sons. Ever the diplomat, NRL chief executive Dave Smith said Sunday's showdown between the Roosters and the Sea Eagles was too close to call.