«Alles Walzer!» — with these legendary words, the 68th Opera Ball was opened at the Vienna State Opera. Until the early hours of the morning, guests waltzed across the grand ballroom, dazzled in exquisite attire, and discussed the evening’s most talked-about social intrigues.

We invite you to take a closer look at the most striking ensembles worn by celebrities and distinguished guests.

Lady Eliza und Lady Amelia Spencer

Iris Law

Nadine Mirada

Martina Reuter

 Sasa Schwarzjirg

Corinna Kamper und Danilo Campisi

Maria Angelini-Santner

Davina und Shania Geiss

Lena Hoschek

Nadine Leopold

Leonie Derow

Viktoria Lobas

Katya Lubchik

Nattaya Köck and Felix Köck

 

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The most anticipated event of February—the annual Vienna Opera Ball—has taken place. As always, it gathered the most sophisticated guests, including Austrian and European politicians, business representatives, renowned figures from the arts and sports, as well as celebrities from around the world.

We previously reported that this year’s honorary guests included Heidi Klum’s daughter, model Leni Klum, supermodel Candice Swanepoel, Hollywood actor Ed Westwick, and other stars. Now, we turn our attention to Austrian celebrities who also shone at the event with their stunning looks.

One of the attendees was model Nadine Mirada, who graced the ball in a stylish sequined gown with a feathered train and sheer elements, designed by Georges Makaroun.

Publisher Ekaterina Mucha twirled in a waltz wearing a luxurious off-the-shoulder green gown by designer Erika Suess. She complemented her look with exquisite white gold jewelry adorned with diamonds and sapphires, provided for the evening by the Vienna auction house Amadeus.

ORF host Teresa Vogl posed for photographers in a floral dress by Eva Poleschinski.

Styrian designer Eva Poleschinski also dressed actress Larissa Marolt, who attended in a striking red gown with a train, made from Italian tulle.

ORF presenters Silvia Schneider and Lilian Klebow drew attention with their stunning golden dresses. Silvia Schneider, in fact, designed her own gown in collaboration with designer Lilia Semenova.

Viennese designer Katharina Reuschel presented a nearly vintage creation—she crafted her gown using 30 pairs of old jeans.

Host Amira Ali, who recently divorced Oliver Pocher, stepped onto the dance floor in a flowing golden ensemble. She paired her silk dress by designer Michelle Mason with a matching cape.

ORF presenter Leona König shone in a vintage stage dress once worn by Cher, which she purchased ten years ago.

Simone Lugner attended the ball for the first time without her late husband, Richard Lugner. For the occasion, she chose a royal blue gown by designer Martina Mohapp.

Meanwhile, presenter Sasa Schwarzjirg wore a trendy burgundy dress by designer Tamara Mascara, complementing it with luxurious diamond jewelry from Rozet & Fischmeister.

Photo: Instagram @nadinemirada

The Vienna Opera Ball is just days away. While some guests have already revealed and showcased their evening looks, others are making their final preparations. Among them is Vienna’s star designer Katharina Reuschel, who announced that she will arrive at the ball in a rather unique dress that is sure to attract attention.

According to Katharina, her dress is handmade from 30 pairs of old jeans and took 300 hours of meticulous work to create.

With this, the 34-year-old designer aims to offer an alternative to the traditional glamour and sparkle. The ball gown by Reuschel demonstrates that resource-conscious production methods can also find their place in the world of opera.

It is worth mentioning that Katharina Reuschel has her own studio at Radetzkyplatz in Vienna. She studied under none other than Valentino, and after working in Rome and Milan, she returned to her hometown in 2015.

Photo: Elisabeth Gatterburg