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You are invited · Sat 12 Dec 2026

Villiers Stakes Day

Royal Randwick, Sydney, Australia

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Late season racing. Summer-transitional elegance.

Villiers Stakes Day

what to wear

The dress code

Dress standard
Formal
Millinery
encouraged
Season
Spring
Prize money
Group 2 Villiers Stakes

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

Weather

Late November - typically 20-26°C. Warmer day, sun protection important.

Part of

Sydney Spring Racing Carnival

Sat 5 Sept 2026 to Sat 12 Dec 2026 · Royal Randwick & Rosehill Gardens

Sydney's spring carnival culminating in The Everest—the world's richest turf race at $20 million—and the $10M Golden Eagle.

Contemporary Sydney style—airy, playful, and fashion-forward. The Everest features "Touch of Blue" theme with white and light blue accents encouraged. Bold, expressive fashion welcomed. Florals for spring, romantic silhouettes.

Fabrics: Airy fabrics, romantic silhouettes, fashion-forward pieces

  • Touch of Blue
  • contemporary style
  • fashion-forward
  • spring florals

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