flagshipSun 4 Oct 2026
Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
ParisLongchamp, Paris
Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
You are invited · Sat 31 Jan 2026
NZCIS Wellington Cup Day
RACE Trentham, New Zealand
Women: Coordinated, polished, and elegant ensembles suited for the season with emphasis on harmony in color, fabric, and accessories. Men: Refined tailoring (classic or contemporary), impeccable fit, quality fabrics with accessories including shoes, ties, pocket squares, and hats. Millinery: Hats or fascinators showing exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and design; must complement the overall outfit; celebrates exceptional craftsmanship. Style: Bold headpieces and vibrant prints with modern, contemporary twists; thoughtful tailoring and cohesive, polished styling
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Smart
- Millinery
- encouraged
- Prize money
- Goody bags for marquee guests; Supreme Winner earns entry into The Ned Prix de Fashion at Ellerslie (2026-03-07)
Women
Men
Formal enclosures
Coordinated, polished, and elegant ensembles suited for the season with emphasis on harmony in color, fabric, and accessories
General admission
Refined tailoring (classic or contemporary), impeccable fit, quality fabrics with accessories including shoes, ties, pocket squares, and hats
Styling notes
Bold headpieces and vibrant prints with modern, contemporary twists; thoughtful tailoring and cohesive, polished styling
Enclosures
- General Admission
- Fashion in the Field Marquee
- Main Forecourt
Fashions on the Field
- Best Dressed
- Best Suited
- Millinery
- Newbies
- Eye on the Crowd
Check the official details before you go: jointheaction.co.nz ↗
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
save the date
Coming up
majorSat 10 Oct 2026
Caulfield Guineas Day
Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne
Melbourne spring carnival begins. Sophisticated spring elegance with statement millinery.
flagshipSat 17 Oct 2026
Sportsbet Caulfield Cup Day
Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne
Major Group 1 day leading into Melbourne Cup Carnival. Spring elegance with sophisticated millinery.
