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Ladbrokes Cox Plate - HISTORIC at Flemington
Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia
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HISTORIC: For the first time in 103 years, the Cox Plate moves to Flemington. Sophisticated spring racing elegance befitting Australia's weight-for-age championship.
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Formal
- Millinery
- encouraged
- Season
- Spring
- Prize money
- Ladbrokes Cox Plate G1 2040m, Moonee Valley Gold Cup G2
Women
Weight-for-age championship at The Valley. Sophisticated spring racing style.
Required
- Smart racing attire
- Elegant footwear
Encouraged
- Statement millinery
- Spring colours
- Elegant separates
Leave at home
- Denim
- Thongs
- Activewear
Men
Smart casual to formal. The Valley atmosphere.
Required
- Collared shirt
- Tailored pants
- Enclosed shoes
Encouraged
- Blazer or suit
- Tie
- Classic style
Leave at home
- Shorts
- Thongs
- Singlets
Styling notes
Historic moment—Cox Plate at Flemington due to Moonee Valley redevelopment. Dress for the occasion.
Weather
Late October - 15-22°C. Variable Melbourne spring weather, layers essential.
Part of
Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival
Sat 10 Oct 2026 to Sat 7 Nov 2026 · Flemington & Caulfield
The world's greatest racing carnival—$25+ million in prize money, four days at Flemington, and the race that stops a nation. Historic 2026: Cox Plate moves to Flemington.
Derby Day: Black and white monochrome—the most formal day. Melbourne Cup: Bold colour and carnival spirit—make your sartorial mark. Oaks Day: Feminine elegance, pastels, florals. Stakes Day: Relaxed garden party.
Fabrics: All styles from structured formal to relaxed garden party depending on day
- Black and White
- Bold Colour
- Feminine Elegance
- Garden Party
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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