The Brownlow is not the greatest viewing experience of the year. Somehow there are things that bring you back year after year. I believe that the “Brownlow hooks” are the frocks, facial expressions and firsts.
Every year the coverage starts with the red carpet arrivals ( oops make that the BLUE carpet arrivals). I sit there in awe of the WAGs beautiful dresses. My pick for best dressed goes to Jimmy’s girl ( Nadia) and Gary’s s girl ( Lauren). Maybe I’m just a little bit biased, but I am sure you would agree that they looked stunning. Lauren was so Audrey Hepburn with the classic strapless black gown. I just adored the hair that I like to call the mini bee hive. Bring back the up do!
But what made Lauren so faultless on the carpet was not only her brilliant fashion taste, but the way she handled the media. Liz Ellis quizzed her about going to the Gold Coast. As if she had been blessed by the ladylike gods, she responded with “I wish we had a dollar for everything someone as asked us that.” Gary, get the girl a role as your PR manager.
From one favourite part of the night to another… the facial expressions really set the room on fire! Just when things were heating up around round 17, Mr Eddie MC, looked distraught at the prospect of Dawn Swan NOT winning the Brownlow. Dearie me! I believe that every non Collingwood supporter got a deep sense of satisfaction from seeing his face.
Yes, Eddie, no one saw that tidal wave coming…not even the Collingwood punters. It sure was one hell of a first for Judd to get a second Brownlow. I believe the tribe has spoken and the results speak for themselves.
Gary Ablett and Lauren Phillips were the best dressed ( photo from Geelong Advertiser).
