Oaks Day isn’t the best-known or richest event on Australia’s packed spring racing calendar, but when it comes to the stakes at the Birdcage, it might be the most significant.
Affectionately known as Ladies’ Day, Oaks Day gives celebrities and socialites the chance to shine on the runway.
Bold, confident and inspiring looks are celebrated, as are more traditionally “girly” moments – think pink, florals and lace.
Here’s who ticked all the boxes on the final day of Melbourne’s famous Spring Racing carnival:
Elizabeth Hurley
Elizabeth Hurley looked classy again as she strolled through Birdcage to join other beautifully dressed celebrities.
The 59-year-old actress wore a white lace dress that truly embodies the feminine aspects of the last day of the carnival.
She wore an oversized white floral hat, balancing the look with neutral makeup, simple shoes, and a plain white clutch.
Elizabeth Hurley was all class on Oaks Day as she hit up the Birdcage with the other celebrities
Kate Waterhouse
Kate Waterhouse showed that she is still the style queen at Flemington with her impeccable outfit.
The 40-year-old, daughter of legendary trainer Gai Waterhouse, donned a Jaton Couture dress that looked like flower petals and complemented her incredible figure.
The mom balanced her fourth incredible look of the season with simple pink Louboutin pumps worth over $1,400, a pink and gold Valentino clutch, and a simple Ezra J headband.
Kate Waterhouse showed that she is still the queen of style at Flemington with her impeccable outfit
Lana Wilkinson
Lana Wilkinson chose a blush-colored maxi dress for the final day of Melbourne’s spring racing carnival, and it ticked all the boxes.
The glamorous celebrity stylist, 42, chose pointed-toe pumps in a matching blush hue and added a timeless gold button earring to finish off the look.
She added a ribbon to her hair that she wore in a low, relaxed ponytail that “dressed up” the look to make it perfect for the races.
Lana Wilkinson chose a blush-colored maxi dress for the final day of Melbourne’s spring racing carnival, and it ticked all the boxes.
Moraya Wilson
Model Moraya Wilson looked stunning in her dusty pink satin dress.
The dress, which would make most people look washed out, complemented the former Miss Universe Australia’s dark features.
The 23-year-old smiled happily as she posed in Birdcage, wearing the corset-inspired dress and matching hat.
The elegant ensemble was completed with an embellished bag that featured a fun strap and pearl button, and simple pumps.
Model Moraya Wilson looked stunning in her dusty pink satin dress.
The dress, which would make most people look washed out, complemented the former Miss Universe Australia’s dark features.
Sylvia Jeffreys
Sylvia Jeffreys nailed ‘race day chic’ with her relaxed floral look.
The mother of two wore a long-sleeved dress by Australian designer Zimmermann and paired it with a giant cream bow and an eclectic purple and gold clutch.
She wore old gold sandals with a chunky heel that matched well with the floral details on her bag.
The blonde beauty looked relaxed and comfortable as she posed for photographers that day.
Sylvia Jeffreys Nailed ‘Race Day Chic’ With Her Relaxed Floral Look
Sarita Holland
The glamorous mother of three looked stunning in her pale blue appliquéd dress.
The 42-year-old wore a dress by Australian designer Elliatt and paired it with a statement hat by Morgan and Taylor.
The bright red hat was paired with a chic scarf, red lip, and heels—the perfect color-block moment for women’s day, yet bold.
She added a heart-shaped gold earring to finish off the outfit that landed her on the best dressed list.
The glamorous mother of three looked stunning in her pale blue appliquéd dress.
Raquel De Oliveira
Melbourne beauty influencer and mum Rachel wasn’t sure she’d “picked the right hat” for Oaks Day before following her close friend Sarita on the best dressed list.
Posting on Instagram, he questioned her clothing choices. But it wasn’t necessary: the pink on pink on pink perfectly captured the fun atmosphere of the day.
Her Elliatt dress featured 3D pink floral details and oozed playful energy. Her Morgan and Taylor hat fit the shape of her face and her shoes added an extra touch to the already stunning outfit.
Melbourne beauty influencer and mum Rachel wasn’t sure she’d “picked the right hat” for Oaks Day before following her close friend Sarita on the best dressed list.