WAG Bec Judd, who rose to fame in 2004 at the AFL’s Night of Nights, is set to reunite with the dress that made her a household name.
As part of Crown Resorts’ 30th birthday celebrations, the esteemed establishment is transforming its Atrium in Melbourne into a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Crown intends to look back at red-carpet events, celebrity guests, and incredible performances. From July 11 to August 22, it will display the most memorable outfits, like Judd’s iconic plunging neckline dress.
Judd said that Crown is such a “special place” for her and her family and acknowledges the dress as a “moment that changed her life”.
“I’ve been visiting this incredible place (Crown Melbourne) for the last 20 years for events, parties, even family stay-cations - it really holds such a special place for me and my family.
“I remember walking into Crown’s lobby as a young girl who was born and bred in Perth, and it was like, oh my gosh, what is this magical place!”
“I can’t believe it’s been 20 years since I wore the red dress to the Brownlow at Crown. That night definitely changed my life, and I’m forever grateful.”
It comes as two decades later, Judd revealed precisely what happened to the frock that put her on the fashion map.
Just 21 at the time — known then as Rebecca Twigley — the model and fashionista’s plunging neckline offered the most eye-catching and revealing look seen for some time at the annual awards, which crowns the AFL’s best and fairest player.
The trailblazing outfit, crafted by Perth designer Ruth Tarvydas, exposed Judd’s lean physique and belly button piercing.
“Definitely a moment! Can’t believe it’s been this long!” Judd told Zen Design recently as she recalled the evening.
But those hoping the iconic frock still holds a place in her wardrobe will be disappointed.
“The dress was given to charity, which was auctioned off, and I have not seen it since that night,” she admitted.
At the time, the co-founder of fitness fashion label Jaggad was slightly unsuspecting of the interest she would receive for her bold wardrobe choice.
“I really didn’t think it would grab that much attention, but I got hounded on the red carpet,” she told The Herald Sun.
“Everyone wanted an interview and pictures.”
Husband Chris, who starred for West Coast and Carlton before retiring in 2015, told the publication that their lives changed after that night.
“It did feel like a before and after the event. Some wonderful opportunities opened up from it,” he said.
“Life was just very different.”