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ParisLongchamp, Paris
Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
You are invited · Sat 28 Feb 2026
Verry Elleegant Stakes Day
Royal Randwick, Australia
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Women: Elegant dresses and racing attire encouraged. Men: Tailored attire encouraged. Millinery: Hats and fascinators encouraged. Style: Tribute to champion with touch of red, elegant racing wear
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Formal
- Millinery
- encouraged
- Prize money
- Not specified
Women
Family Day with smart casual elegance. More relaxed than Cup or Oaks.
Required
- Smart day wear
- Enclosed shoes
Encouraged
- Fascinator or hat
- Playful patterns
- Bright colours
- Family-friendly elegance
Leave at home
- Denim
- Thongs
- Activewear
- Casual shorts
Men
Smart casual to formal. Jacket recommended but not essential in GA.
Required
- Collared shirt
- Tailored trousers
- Enclosed shoes
Encouraged
- Sports jacket
- Tie optional
- Polished casual
Leave at home
- Shorts
- Thongs
- Singlets
Formal enclosures
Elegant dresses and racing attire encouraged
General admission
Tailored attire encouraged
Styling notes
Tribute to champion with touch of red, elegant racing wear
Weather
Late November - typically 20-26°C. Warmer day, sun protection important.
Enclosures
- Members Reserve
- General Admission
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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