Going for gold! Tess Daly arrives to the Strictly Come Dancing launch in a backless sequined gown
By HANNA FLINT
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It's normally the dancers who have the most extravagant outfits, but Tess Daly added some sparkle to her look at the Strictly Come Dancing launch night.
The TV presenter wore a gold sequined and black gown which showed off her slim back as she arrived ina vintage car with co-host Sir Bruce Forsyth.
Arm-in-arm, Tess, 44, and Bruce, 85, set the formal standard as celebrities arrived for the dancing competition opening TV special.
Statuesque: Tess Daly wears a gold sequined and black gown to the Strictly Come Dancing launch night
The Northern former model, wore her blonde hair in a side-parting, letting her shiny locks fall in loose waves down her left shoulder.
Tess used a thick line of eyeliner on each eye to accentuate the length of her lashes and opted for a neutral lip colour that helped her skin glow.
With just a simple gold band on her wrist and matching dangling earrings, Daley finished off the metallic look with a pair of peep-toe heels that shined from under her black skirt.
Slim pickings: Tess showed off her trim back in the elegant gown on Tuesday night
Glowing: Tess swept her hair into a side-parting and opted for a muted make-up design to enhance her skin's radiance
Dynamic duo: Sir Bruce Forsyth poses with his presenting partner-in-crime at the red carpet extravaganza
Smooth arrival: Tess and Bruce rolled up in a vintage car to the Strictly show at Elstree Studios
Sir Bruce was his usual dapper self in a classic tuxedo, as was Bruno Tonioli and Len Goodman, but of course the female judge and contestants didn't disappoint.
Darcey Bussell showed off her flapper full-length gown by giving the photographers a twirl at the red carpet extravaganza.
She paired the silvery dress with some diamond jewellery and peep-toe shoes in a matching metallic shade. 
They're all at it! Brucey starts stripping off too as the contestants arrive to the opening ceremony
Shimmering: Darcey Bussell also opted for a metallic gown, paired with diamond jewellery and a neutral lip colour
Model pose: Abbey Clancy smoulders in her sequin and feathered dress
Glamorous: Metallic was the theme for all the dresses including Natalie Gumede's flapper-halter number and Fiona Fullerton's black fringed outfit
Cheesy couple: Vanessa Feltz and Julien Macdonald flashed their grins on the red carpet
The show spectacular introduces this year's contestants with their dance partners, as well as offering performances from previous champions Louis Smith and Flavia Cacace.
The first episode will on Saturday 7th September, with the live shows beginning after a few weeks' rehearsal.
Sophisticated: Golfer Tony Jacklin looks suave as he escorts news presenter Susanna Reid down the red carpet
BBC faves: Dragon's Den star Deborah Meaden and Hairy Biker Dave Myers chuckle their way onto the dancefloor
Murder on the dancefloor: Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Hollyoaks star Ashley Taylor Dawson look cool as they make their way into the studios arm-in-arm
Abbey Clancy, Ashley Taylor Dawson, Ben Cohen, Dave Myers, Deborah Meaden, Fiona Fullerton, Julien Macdonald, Mark Benton, Natalie Gumede, Patrick Robinson, Rachel Riley, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Susanna Reid, Tony Jacklin and Vanessa Feltz are the celebrities competing in this year's BBC One competition.
Five new professional dancers have joined for the eleventh series which are Anya Garnis, Iveta Lukosiute, Janette Manrara, Kevin Clifton and Aljaz Skorjanec.
For the first time, viewers will be able to vote via the Strictly website as well as by phone and text.
Excited: Countdown star Rachel Riley and actor Mark Benton look cheery as they get ready to find out who their pro partners will be
Suited and booted: Bruno Tolioni and Len Goodman share a joke as they reunite at the BBC event
Who let Len near the bar? The Head Judge makes himself more comfortable as he arrives at the Strictly launch
The pros: This year's crop of professional dancers look eager to meet their celebrity partners
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