flagshipSun 4 Oct 2026
Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
ParisLongchamp, Paris
Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
You are invited · Sat 24 Jan 2026
TAB Karaka Millions
Ellerslie Racecourse, New Zealand
Women: Cocktail-style attire suitable for twilight event; daring styles like backless dresses, unique silhouettes, and fearless patterns; open-toed shoes. Men: Collared shirts in hospitality precincts; navy suit as base with statement tie or bold accessories; can add contrasting waistcoat. Millinery: Hair accessories such as headbands, bows, or clips; bejewelled clips or oversized bows instead of large traditional hats; optional rather than compulsory. Style: High-energy cocktail party vibe for summer evening; glitz, glamour, and bold colors; sparkles and matching makeup; sunglasses for summer heat
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Smart
- Millinery
- encouraged
- Prize money
- $500 Tan In The City package; $49 spot prize tan available
Women
Men
Formal enclosures
Cocktail-style attire suitable for twilight event; daring styles like backless dresses, unique silhouettes, and fearless patterns; open-toed shoes
General admission
Collared shirts in hospitality precincts; navy suit as base with statement tie or bold accessories; can add contrasting waistcoat
Styling notes
High-energy cocktail party vibe for summer evening; glitz, glamour, and bold colors; sparkles and matching makeup; sunglasses for summer heat
Enclosures
- General Admission
- Birdcage Bash
- Hospitality Precincts
Fashions on the Field
- Tan In The City Style Spotter - Best Dressed
Check the official details before you go: aucklandracing.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
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