The who’s who of the Australian fashion scene stormed the famous Flemington Racecourse on Tuesday, where they competed in the real stakes, sartorial style, in the glamorous Birdcage.
And while many wowed in daring minidresses, bizarre cuts and thigh-high slits, Nicky Hilton, Elizabeth Hurley and Laura Dundovic were among those who caught everyone’s attention. good reasons.
Australians tuned in to the “race that stops the nation” at 3pm, but most were much more interested in the spectacle unfolding on the track.
Celebrities, designers, it-girls, models and WAGs outdid themselves in bright, bold colours, ruffled embellishments and bodycon dresses as they strutted around Flemington in their best racing outfits.
Event ambassador and Olympic gold medalist Ariarne Titmus was hard to miss as she arrived in a gorgeous ruby ensemble paired with a silver clutch.
The three-dimensional off-the-shoulder floral details on the minidress are reminiscent of the Met Gala and the spring-summer ’24 couture shows by Loewe, Giambattista Valli and Chanel earlier in the year.
Similarly, model and journalist Kate Waterhouse, daughter of horse trainer Gai Waterhouse and bookmaker Robbie Waterhouse, turned heads in a tight-fitting crimson Versace dress.
Waterhouse accessorized her outfit with Bvlgari jewelry, red Louboutin pants, and an airy scarlet headscarf.
Model and journalist Kate Waterhouse (left) turned heads in a tight-fitting Versace dress, while model Hannah Dal Sasso (right), ex-girlfriend of Australian tennis star Thanasi Kokkinakis, was on topic in a corset dress bright red and satin floral trim.
Red was all the rage on the carpet, with many more stars choosing crimson for their stunning looks.
Former Love Island Australia star Tayla Broad paired a long strapless dress with black gloves, pointe shoes and minimal makeup.
Olympic canoeist Jessica Fox looked like an absolute knockout as she entered the marquee in a cute monochromatic outfit with an angular mini shoulder bag and chunky hoop earrings.
Model Hannah Dal Sasso, ex-girlfriend of Australian tennis star Thanasi Kokkinakis, slayed in a bright red corset dress with satin floral embellishments. Her hat skyrocketed her to the top of the best dressed list.
Dal Sasso also wore bright and fascinating pearl earrings.
Elizabeth Hurley bucked the red theme when she stepped out in a yellow ensemble
But star of the day Elizabeth Hurley bucked the red theme as she stepped out in a sunny yellow ensemble.
Despite eschewing conventional workouts in favor of gardening, brisk walking and Pilates, the star wowed with her impeccably taut physique and toned arms.
The famous English model, 59, put on an elegant display in an off-the-shoulder midi dress with a ruffled floral neckline.
She pinned a huge yellow floral headdress into her brunette tresses and shielded her eyes with a pair of round sunglasses.
American socialite and designer Nicky Hilton, sister of Paris Hilton, also dazzled with a pastel yellow piece by Rebecca Vallance.
The suit blouse was adorned with four buttons, fake pockets and a fabric belt.
Her pleated skirt flowed underneath and was beautifully complemented by the diamond necklace across Hilton’s neck and her statement metallic heels.
The American socialite and designer Nicky Hilton, sister of Paris Hilton, also surprised with a pastel yellow piece by Rebecca Vallance.
TV presenter Laura Dundovic turned heads for all the right reasons in a striking white Toni Maticevski dress and a sparkling silver Bvlgari bag.
TV presenter Laura Dundovic turned heads for all the right reasons in a striking white Toni Maticevski dress and a sparkling silver Bvlgari bag.
The Miss Universe alum rocked sparkly gold Chanel earrings, Jimmy Choo heels, and a daring snowy headband that fell down the back of her dress.
Pinks and purples were also a popular choice for race day.
Chelsea Becirevic turned heads in a pastel pink satin corset dress with a unique bow behind her.
Dubbed Australia’s ‘Sexiest WAG’, Becirevic chose a hot pink fedora and white and gold Chanel bag to complete her look.
Chelsea Becirevic turned heads in a pastel pink satin corset dress with a unique bow behind her.
Fashion influencer and former model Rozalia Russian surprised with a delicately draped long dress and a pronounced asymmetrical neckline.
Elizabeth Hurley took exception to the red dress issue when she joined Sylvia Jeffreys in the Melbourne Cup at Flemington Racecourse.
Fashion influencer and former model Rozalia Russian surprised with a delicately draped long dress and a pronounced asymmetrical neckline.
Her Yves Saint Laurent strappy heels matched perfectly with her pastel dress and headpiece, pulling the monochrome look together.
Sylvia Jeffreys, host of the Today Show, was pretty in pink and wore a long Rebecca Vallance dress that cinched her waist with a fabric belt.
She paired her outfit with a Nerida Winter headpiece, white strappy shoes, and a mini leather bag.
Television presenter and radio host Jacqueline Felgate wore an ankle-length printed mauve dress with a beret and mesh net.
She carried a pair of pink Valentino pumps and a super mini Gucci Dionysus bag with her blush ensemble.
