flagshipSun 4 Oct 2026
Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
ParisLongchamp, Paris
Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
You are invited · Sat 31 Oct 2026
Howden Victoria Derby Day
Flemington Racecourse, Australia
flagshipHats required
Women: Smart race-appropriate attire; elegant dresses and skirts. Men: Morning suit encouraged. Millinery: Hats and fascinators mandatory. Style: Monochrome magic, black and white theme, sophisticated styling
Theme colours
- black
- white
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Black Tie / Morning Dress
- Millinery
- required
- Prize money
- Over $90,000 in categories like Best Dressed and Best Suited
Women
Black and white theme day. Monochrome elegance with sophisticated millinery.
Required
- Black and white attire
- Fascinator or hat
- Elegant footwear
Encouraged
- High-contrast styling
- Architectural millinery
- Structured silhouettes
Leave at home
- Colour (theme is black & white)
- Casual wear
- Denim
Men
Black and white formal attire. Morning suit or dark suit preferred.
Required
- Black or charcoal suit
- White shirt
- Black tie
- Polished shoes
Encouraged
- Morning suit
- Top hat (The Birdcage)
- White pocket square
Leave at home
- Coloured suits
- Casual wear
- Brown shoes
Formal enclosures
Smart race-appropriate attire; elegant dresses and skirts
General admission
Morning suit encouraged
Styling notes
Monochrome magic, black and white theme, sophisticated styling
Weather
Early November - typically 16-20°C. Classic spring racing conditions. Light jacket recommended for evening.
Enclosures
- Members Reserve
- General Admission
- The Club Lawn
- Premium Hospitality
Fashions on the Field
- Best Dressed
- Best Suited
Check the official details before you go: vrc.com.au ↗
for the day
Shop the look
Wendy Scully Millinery
Pink Pastel Texture Fabric Bandeau Headband
$410
Millinery By Mel
MBM5308
$265
Hello Curve
Meryl Plus Size Black Gold Midi Cocktail Dress
$329
Hello Curve
Elyn Plus Size Teal Off Shoulder Cocktail Dress
$269
Blue Bungalow
Alcatraz Beige Leather Slingback Mule
$129.95
Alias Mae
Parlez Black Leather
$229.95
Samantha Rose
Avera Bag
$75
Samantha Rose
Aloria Bag
$79
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