flagshipSun 4 Oct 2026
Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
ParisLongchamp, Paris
Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
You are invited · Tue 3 Nov 2026
Lexus Melbourne Cup Day
Flemington Racecourse, Australia
flagshipHats required
Women: Feminine florals bursting with energy; colourful race attire. Men: Sleek tailoring in brights; formal racewear encouraged. Millinery: Statement hats mandatory. Style: Vivid tones, daring prints, carnival spirit, feminine florals, bright and bold
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Black Tie / Morning Dress
- Millinery
- required
- Prize money
- Over $300,000 total prize pool
Women
The pinnacle of Australian racing fashion. Elegant cocktail or formal day wear with statement millinery.
Required
- Cocktail dress or formal day wear
- Fascinator or hat (Members Enclosure)
- Enclosed shoes
Encouraged
- Bold millinery statement
- Australian designers
- Sophisticated colour palette
Leave at home
- Denim
- Thongs/flip-flops
- Activewear
- Fancy dress
- Beach wear
Men
Formal racing attire. Suit and tie required in Members areas.
Required
- Tailored suit (Members)
- Collared shirt
- Tie (Members)
- Enclosed leather shoes
Encouraged
- Pocket square
- Quality accessories
- Classic colour palette
Leave at home
- Denim
- Thongs
- Shorts
- Casual footwear
- Fancy dress
Formal enclosures
Feminine florals bursting with energy; colourful race attire
General admission
Sleek tailoring in brights; formal racewear encouraged
Styling notes
Vivid tones, daring prints, carnival spirit, feminine florals, bright and bold
Weather
Spring racing season - temperatures 15-22°C. Layers recommended as Melbourne weather is unpredictable. Sun protection essential.
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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