Jesinta Franklin Anna Heinrich and Pip Edwards shine at the

Jesinta Franklin, Anna Heinrich and Pip Edwards shine at the Women of the Year Awards – while Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz skip the red carpet ahead of Lisa Wilkinson’s upcoming libel trial

Brittany Higgins was a vision in white as she arrived at the Marie Claire Women of the Year Awards at the MCA in Sydney on Tuesday evening.

The former government adviser and her partner David Sharaz looked a little sombre as they entered the venue.

Brittany opted for an ethereal look, opting for a strapless skater dress with floral lace throughout.

Over this she wore a transparent scarf with the same floral pattern embroidered on the edges.

Brittany opted for clear makeup with a touch of blush and plum lipstick while keeping her hair off her face.

Brittany Higgins (right) was a vision in white as she arrived at the Marie Claire Women of the Year Awards at the MCA in Sydney on Tuesday evening

Brittany Higgins (right) was a vision in white as she arrived at the Marie Claire Women of the Year Awards at the MCA in Sydney on Tuesday evening

The former government adviser and her partner David Sharaz (left) looked a bit sombre as they entered the venue

The former government adviser and her partner David Sharaz (left) looked a bit sombre as they entered the venue

Brittany opted for an ethereal look, opting for a strapless skater dress with floral lace throughout

Brittany opted for an ethereal look, opting for a strapless skater dress with floral lace throughout

She completed the ensemble with a pair of shiny nude beige heels and carried a baby pink handbag.

David kept it classic, wearing a dark blue suit with brown dress shoes and a gray tie.

While mingling outside the venue, Brittany enjoyed a glass of bubbly and chatted with the other attendees.

She seemed to relax as the night went on, but skipped the red carpet and preferred not to be photographed by waiting cameras.

Over this she wore a transparent scarf with the same floral pattern embroidered on the edges

Over this she wore a transparent scarf with the same floral pattern embroidered on the edges

Brittany opted for clear makeup with a touch of blush and plum lipstick while keeping her hair off her face

Brittany opted for clear makeup with a touch of blush and plum lipstick while keeping her hair off her face

She completed the ensemble with a pair of shiny nude beige heels and carried a baby pink handbag

She completed the ensemble with a pair of shiny nude beige heels and carried a baby pink handbag

David kept it classic, wearing a dark blue suit with brown dress shoes and a gray tie

David kept it classic, wearing a dark blue suit with brown dress shoes and a gray tie

Higgins' appearance at the awards gala comes as she prepares to give evidence in the libel trial against Lisa Wilkinson and Network Ten

Higgins’ appearance at the awards gala comes as she prepares to give evidence in the libel trial against Lisa Wilkinson and Network Ten

Wilkinson and Ten were sued by formal political operative Bruce Lehrmann over an interview Wilkinson conducted with Higgins for The Project, in which Higgins accused Lehrmann of raping her in Parliament House in 2019

Wilkinson and Ten were sued by formal political operative Bruce Lehrmann over an interview Wilkinson conducted with Higgins for The Project, in which Higgins accused Lehrmann of raping her in Parliament House in 2019

Higgins’ appearance at the awards gala comes as she prepares to give evidence in the libel trial against Lisa Wilkinson and Network Ten.

Wilkinson and Ten were sued by formal political operative Bruce Lehrmann over an interview Wilkinson conducted with Higgins for The Project, in which Higgins accused Lehrmann of raping her in Parliament House in 2019.

Lehrmann has always rejected the allegations. His criminal trial collapsed last October due to jury misconduct and a retrial was canceled due to concerns about Higgins’ mental health.

Also making a splash at the event was Jestinta Franklin, who shone in a slinky cream-colored silk dress.

Lehrmann has always rejected the allegations.  His criminal trial collapsed last October due to jury misconduct and a retrial was canceled due to concerns about Higgins' mental health

Lehrmann has always rejected the allegations. His criminal trial collapsed last October due to jury misconduct and a retrial was canceled due to concerns about Higgins’ mental health

Brittany spotted someone she knew on the way there and greeted her warmly

Brittany spotted someone she knew on the way there and greeted her warmly

While mingling outside the venue, Brittany enjoyed a glass of bubbly and chatted with the other attendees

While mingling outside the venue, Brittany enjoyed a glass of bubbly and chatted with the other attendees

She seemed to relax as the night went on, but had skipped the red carpet

She seemed to relax as the night went on, but had skipped the red carpet

The footy WAG clothing was cinched at the waist and fell to the ankle and had exaggerated sleeves.

For added appeal, the stunning dress featured a ruched sash at the back.

She added a pair of simple black heels to the high fashion look and kept her accessories minimal, opting for a ring and dainty earrings.

Jesinta wore her brunette locks straight and away from her face and chose a peach makeup look with pink lipstick.

Also turning heads at the event was Jestinta Franklin (pictured), who shone in a slinky cream silk dress

Also turning heads at the event was Jestinta Franklin (pictured), who shone in a slinky cream silk dress

The footy WAG clothing was cinched at the waist and fell to the ankle and had exaggerated sleeves.  For added appeal, the stunning dress featured a puffy back

The footy WAG clothing was cinched at the waist and fell to the ankle and had exaggerated sleeves. For added appeal, the stunning dress featured a puffy back

She added a pair of simple black heels to the high fashion look and kept her accessories minimal, opting for a ring and dainty earrings

She added a pair of simple black heels to the high fashion look and kept her accessories minimal, opting for a ring and dainty earrings

Pip Edwards was chic in black, opting for an abstract, loose top over wide-leg trousers for a truly high fashion look.

Carrying a red fabric handbag, the designer chose a glamorous makeup look with a glossy pink lip while wearing her blonde bob loose.

Anna Heinrich also kept it dark and wore a figure-hugging black maxi dress that showed off her growing baby bump.

The reality star absolutely glowed, adding a pair of metallic heels and a stack of gold accessories that complemented the gold elements on the chest of her dress.

Pip Edwards (pictured) was chic in black, opting for an abstract, loose top over wide-leg trousers for a truly fashion-forward look

Pip Edwards (pictured) was chic in black, opting for an abstract, loose top over wide-leg trousers for a truly fashion-forward look

Carrying a red fabric handbag, the designer chose a glamorous makeup look with a glossy pink lip while wearing her blonde bob loose

Carrying a red fabric handbag, the designer chose a glamorous makeup look with a glossy pink lip while wearing her blonde bob loose

Anna Heinrich (pictured) also kept it dark, wearing a figure-hugging black maxi dress that showed off her growing baby bump

Anna Heinrich (pictured) also kept it dark, wearing a figure-hugging black maxi dress that showed off her growing baby bump

The reality star absolutely glowed, adding a pair of metallic heels and a stack of gold accessories that complemented the gold elements on the chest of her dress

The reality star absolutely glowed, adding a pair of metallic heels and a stack of gold accessories that complemented the gold elements on the chest of her dress

Also making sure to look great was Georgia Fowler, who showed off her growing belly in a black maxi dress that hugged her figure while flaunting her bump.

The model opted for a bold plum lipstick and wore her brunette tresses in finger waves, adding a metallic cuff that matched her heels.

Moana Hope and her friend Maria Thattil enjoyed a date night and giggled together on the red carpet.

The AFLW player turned Australian Survivor star and former Miss Universe Australia both chose black outfits with Moana-chic suiting.

Also making sure she had a great bump was Georgia Fowler (pictured), who showed off her growing bump in a black maxi dress that hugged her figure while showing off her bump

Also making sure she had a great bump was Georgia Fowler (pictured), who showed off her growing bump in a black maxi dress that hugged her figure while showing off her bump

The model opted for a bold plum lipstick and wore her brunette tresses in finger waves, adding a metallic cuff that matched her heels

The model opted for a bold plum lipstick and wore her brunette tresses in finger waves, adding a metallic cuff that matched her heels

Moana Hope and her friend Maria Thattil made for a date night.  Both pictured

Moana Hope and her friend Maria Thattil made for a date night. Both pictured

The loved-up couple giggled together on the red carpet

The loved-up couple giggled together on the red carpet

The AFLW player turned Australian Survivor star and former Miss Universe Australia both chose black outfits with Moana-chic suiting

The AFLW player turned Australian Survivor star and former Miss Universe Australia both chose black outfits with Moana-chic suiting

Maria, meanwhile, looked glamorous in a strapless satin dress with cutouts that showed off a hint of skin and accessorized with silver

Maria, meanwhile, looked glamorous in a strapless satin dress with cutouts that showed off a hint of skin and accessorized with silver

Maria, meanwhile, looked glamorous in a strapless satin dress with cutouts that showed off a hint of skin.

Former Biggest Loser trainer Michelle Bridges showed off her fit figure in a skin-tight black mini dress with a peek-a-boo neckline and additional patent heels.

Actress Chloe Hayden brought some color to the event, creating a fashion statement moment in a red mini dress with eye-catching pink and red ruffles.

Kylie Gillies looked chic in a deep green satin dress with a sheer lace panel at the hem, paired with hot pink heels and statement earrings.

Actress Chloe Hayden (pictured) brought some color to the event in a red mini dress with statement pink and red ruffles, making for a fashion statement moment

Actress Chloe Hayden (pictured) brought some color to the event in a red mini dress with statement pink and red ruffles, making for a fashion statement moment

Former Biggest Loser trainer Michelle Bridges (pictured) showed off her fit figure in a skin-tight black mini dress with a peek-a-boo neckline and additional patent heels

Former Biggest Loser trainer Michelle Bridges (pictured) showed off her fit figure in a skin-tight black mini dress with a peek-a-boo neckline and additional patent heels

Kylie Gillies (pictured) was chic in a deep green satin dress with a sheer lace panel at the hem, paired with hot pink heels and statement earrings

Kylie Gillies (pictured) was chic in a deep green satin dress with a sheer lace panel at the hem, paired with hot pink heels and statement earrings

Jessica Rowe (pictured) stepped out in a striking sequined dress in shades of yellow, blue and pink

Jessica Rowe (pictured) stepped out in a striking sequined dress in shades of yellow, blue and pink

The ornate dress also featured pastel ruffles and feather accents, as well as sheer ruffles at the back, and she added metallic pink heels

The ornate dress also featured pastel ruffles and feather accents, as well as sheer ruffles at the back, and she added metallic pink heels

Jessica Rowe stepped out in a striking sequined dress in shades of yellow, blue and pink.

The ornate dress also featured pastel ruffles and feather accents, as well as sheer ruffles at the back.

TikTok star Millie Ford dazzled in a blue column dress with sequin details at the bust for added attention, paired with simple cream heels.

Matildas players Kyah Simon, Charli Grant and Lydia Williams made a glamorous appearance as they posed together on the black carpet.

Matildas players Kyah Simon, Charli Grant and Lydia Williams made a glamorous appearance as they posed together on the black carpet.  Everything pictured

Matildas players Kyah Simon, Charli Grant and Lydia Williams made a glamorous appearance as they posed together on the black carpet. Everything pictured

Actress Sarah Ellen (pictured) chose a striking art deco silhouette in a draped gold maxi dress with a plunging neckline

Actress Sarah Ellen (pictured) chose a striking art deco silhouette in a draped gold maxi dress with a plunging neckline

TV presenter Narelda Jacobs (pictured) was colorful in a draped silk mini dress with a bright floral print and strappy heels

TV presenter Narelda Jacobs (pictured) was colorful in a draped silk mini dress with a bright floral print and strappy heels

Actress Teagan Croft (pictured) was sweet and flirty in a retro cream mini dress with yellow accents, paired with white and rhinestone heels and a pastel handbag

Actress Teagan Croft (pictured) was sweet and flirty in a retro cream mini dress with yellow accents, paired with white and rhinestone heels and a pastel handbag

TikTok star Millie Ford (pictured) was radiant in a blue column dress with sequin details at the bust for added attention, paired with simple cream heels

TikTok star Millie Ford (pictured) was radiant in a blue column dress with sequin details at the bust for added attention, paired with simple cream heels

Activist Chanel Contos (pictured) opted for a two-piece ensemble consisting of a floral crop top and a ruffled waterfall skirt with sparkly heels

Activist Chanel Contos (pictured) opted for a two-piece ensemble consisting of a floral crop top and a ruffled waterfall skirt with sparkly heels

TV presenter Narelda Jacobs went colorful in a draped silk mini dress with a bright floral print, paired with strappy heels.

Actress Teagan Croft was sweet and flirty in a retro cream mini dress with yellow accents, paired with white and rhinestone heels and a pastel handbag.

Activist Chanel Contos opted for a two-piece ensemble consisting of a floral crop top and a ruffled waterfall skirt with sparkly heels.

Musician Ruva Ngwenya opted for old Hollywood glamor and made a statement in a black dress with a stunning accent of bronze satin.

Musician Ruva Ngwenya (pictured) opted for old Hollywood glamour, making a statement in a black dress with a stunning accent of bronze satin

Musician Ruva Ngwenya (pictured) opted for old Hollywood glamour, making a statement in a black dress with a stunning accent of bronze satin

Model Megan Williams (pictured) showed off her statuesque figure in a figure-hugging black dress that highlighted a hint of breast, while she carried a leather clutch

Model Megan Williams (pictured) showed off her statuesque figure in a figure-hugging black dress that highlighted a hint of breast, while she carried a leather clutch

Actress Amy Manford (pictured) was also on trend in a black mini dress with a feather hem and strappy heels

Actress Amy Manford (pictured) was also on trend in a black mini dress with a feather hem and strappy heels

Actress Sarah Ellen chose a striking Art Deco silhouette in a draped gold maxi dress with a plunging neckline.

Model Megan Williams showed off her statuesque figure in a form-fitting black dress that showed off a hint of bust and accessorized with a leather clutch.

Actress Amy Manford was also on trend in a black mini dress with a feather hem and strappy heels.