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Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
ParisLongchamp, Paris
Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
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Sportsbet Caulfield Cup Day
Caulfield Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia
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Major Group 1 day leading into Melbourne Cup Carnival. Spring elegance with sophisticated millinery.
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Formal
- Millinery
- encouraged
- Season
- Spring
- Prize money
- Group 1 Sportsbet Caulfield Cup 2400m
Women
Premier staying race. Spring racing elegance at Caulfield.
Required
- Cocktail or day dress
- Elegant footwear
Encouraged
- Fascinators and hats
- Jewel tones
- Sophisticated styling
Leave at home
- Denim
- Thongs
- Casual wear
Men
Smart racing attire.
Required
- Collared shirt
- Tailored trousers
- Leather shoes
Encouraged
- Suit
- Tie
- Quality accessories
Leave at home
- Shorts
- Thongs
- Casual T-shirts
Styling notes
Key lead-up to Melbourne Cup. Elegant spring racing attire with statement headpieces.
Weather
Mid-October Melbourne - 16-22°C. Typical spring conditions, bring layers.
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: racenet.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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THE EVEREST
Royal Randwick, Sydney
Theme: "Touch of Blue". Contemporary Sydney style—airy, playful, and fashion-forward. White with light blue accents encouraged but not mandatory. Bold, expressive fashion welcomed. Florals for spring, romantic silhouettes.
