What should I wear to the 2021 Melbourne Cup?

Bring out your fascinators and frocks because the best fashion moments from Melbourne Cup 2021 are here. Off to the races with champagne in one hand and leaving with stilettos in another. Bold reds, structured florals, midi dresses and ornamental headpieces have dominated Flemington Racecourse for Melbourne Cup 2021.

What should I wear on Cup day?

“In terms of headwear, colour blocking your headwear along with your shoes and bag is a big trend this year. Lexus Melbourne Cup Day is famous for the big wide brim statement hats in straw so this is your chance to wear your wide brim boaters and fedoras,” Kimber explains.

Can I wear pants to Melbourne Cup?

“Gentlemen are required to wear a suit of tailored slacks (tailored chinos acceptable), sports coat or blazer, plus tie and dress shoes. Between 1 December and 31 March jackets may be removed. Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country.”

Can you wear a pantsuit to the races?

Trouser Suits & Jumpsuits Where once dresses were your only option, jumpsuits and elegant formal trousers are now acceptable at most racing events. For formal events, jumpsuits and trousers will need to be full-length rather than cropped.

What colour rose for Melbourne Cup?

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What should I wear to Ladies Day at the races?

Smart denim and long, tailored shorts are acceptable, however ripped denim, denim or sports shorts, t-shirts, vests, sports shirts, tracksuits, trainers, gentlemans flip flops or sandals and bare chests are not acceptable. Here are some tips on how racegoers can style their Winning Chic outfit for Ladies Day …

What should a lady wear to the races?

Wear anything casual like denim, sportswear, untailored pants and jackets, leggings, sneakers or thongs (shoes that go between the first two toes). Show too much skin – bare midriffs (including cut-outs) are a no-no, as are strapless dresses or spaghetti straps in members’ areas. Avoid shorts and short playsuits.

What should I wear to ladies Day at the races?

A hat or a fascinator is an amazing choice for many ladies going racing – especially on a Ladies Day. This can make your outfit much more dressy and can also keep the sun out of your eyes without having to wear sunglasses. A little bag would be ideal so you don’t have to carry everything around all-day as well.

What did Delta Goodrem wear to Melbourne Cup 2021?

Delta Goodrem stole the show at the 2021 Melbourne Cup on Tuesday, turning heads as she walked through the star-studded Birdcage at Flemington racecourse in a unique line green playsuit with a giant pink bow fastened at the waist.

Who owns very elegant?

Verry Elleegant is out of the New Zealand race mare Opulence, which was owned by her initial trainer, Nick Bishara. After Opulence won two races she was sold at the 2011 Mixed Sale at Karaka to Don Goodwin, who is the owner of Very Elleegant’s sire, Zed. The horse was named after Goodwin’s granddaughter Ellee.

Are there any GREY horses in Melbourne Cup?

The Club runs an identical 1400-metre Benchmark 90 race on Melbourne Cup Day which grey horses aren’t permitted to enter. As a result, the Club will move the Listed Desirable Stakes (1400m) for three-year-old fillies onto the Oaks Day program – making half of the ten-race program stakes level.