Melbourne Cup Carnival 2022: All the fashion looks from Stakes Day
Racegoers have stepped out in a slew of unexpected designs for the Melbourne Cup Carnival’s fourth day.
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The fourth day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival is underway with a bevy of glamorous attendees stepping out in an array of fun and colourful pieces for Stakes Day.
Also known as “Family Day”, Stakes Day has the most relaxed of dress codes out of the four days, with attendees encouraged to don “easy breezy” ensembles in keeping with its toned-down theme.
Harsh bans still apply however to sneakers, denim and crop tops – requirements racegoers on Saturday had no problem adhering to.
TV presenter and former Bachelorette Georgia Love put on a daring display in a hot pink mini dress and bold red headband.
Jockey and Channel 10 Melbourne Cup Carnival Commentator, Michelle Payne, stunned in a striking royal blue dress by Jason Grech with a belt-style halter strap and tall matching fascinator.
She paired the ensemble with silver heels and small hooped earrings.
Monique Fontana, the stunning fiance of AFL star and this year’s Brownlow medallist, Patrick Cripps, stepped out in a jaw-dropping sheer design by Aussie brand Sir the Label.
Olivia Molly Rogers was also at the final day of the Cup carnival, in a custom bright orange and blue Eliya the Label suit.
The former Miss Universe Australia paired the classy ensemble with a matching headband and patent heels.
Australian Survivor contestants Chrissy Zaremba and Mark Wales attended the event together, with Chrissy captured in a short floral number and fluffy green coat, while Mark opted with a navy blue suit and striped pink tie.
Singer and MC Brihony Dawson dazzled in a green suit, white pants and a striking pair of yellow shades.
Miss Universe Australia finalist Eleanor Baillieu paired a black dress with pops of yellow and brown with a statement yellow shoulder bag and sleek black sunglasses.
Masterchef contestant Khanh Ong put on a strapping display in cream trousers and a brown suit matched with a red tie.
Racegoers dazzled in an array of bright and cheerful designs for the event, which was forecast to be mostly sunny and have a top of 22 degrees.
Flowy dresses in bright pinks, blues, oranges and yellows seemed to be the theme of the day.
Bec Judd brings expertise to Family Day
Rebecca Judd has been a regular at the Melbourne Cup Carnival for well over a decade, making her an unofficial expert in the racing event’s strict dress codes.
But while the mum-of-four is a dab hand at knowing what not to wear in order to adhere to the Victoria Racing Club’s (VRC) lengthy clothing requirements – there are some who still can’t quite get it right.
As the four-event wraps up today with Stakes Day, also known as “Family Day”, the tight fashion strings are loosened a little bit, allowing racegoers to opt for a slightly more “relaxed” trackside look.
Bec, now 39, has been embracing the freedom of the final Melbourne Cup event for years, notably wearing an array of colourful outfits over the years – including this contrasting blue floral skirt with a silver sequined strappy top in 2008.
The AFL WAG – then named Rebecca Twigley – finished her outfit with a pair of silver kitten heels and a matching bow fascinator.
“Stakes Day is more relaxed, so use it as an opportunity to dress flirty and fun and truly embrace spring,” writes Finder’s shopping editor Mia Steiber.
Bec does just that, famously opting for a patterned pink and black dress a few years later when attending in 2011 as Mrs Judd after tying the knot with husband Chris the previous year.
Despite nailing the brief, you’d be forgiven for not recognising the Melbourne influencer in these throwback snaps.
From the dark hair to the bold prints, the photos are a nostalgic throwback to a style Bec has long since abandoned. Even the chunky black heels with multiple ankle straps are adorably dated.
After her chic and stylish attendance at Melbourne Cup 2022 on Tuesday, it’s fair to say Bec would probably never wear an outfit like this these days.
Everyone attending an event at Flemington Racecourse is expected to adhere to a certain standard of attire, but the rules are particularly strong for the VIPs and celebrities in the prestigious Birdcage marquee.
Those in the glitzy enclosure who are “expected to maintain a suitable standard in keeping with the dignity” according to the VRC.
“Key items of clothing that are not acceptable include; short jumpsuits or playsuits, garments that show the midriff and shorts,” VRC states on its website.
Tights and leggings are also banned, along with denim of any kind, outfits that feature cut-outs and clothes with tears or rips.
Footwear rules are just as strict, with thongs, sneakers and casual shoes being deemed “not acceptable”.
Originally published as Melbourne Cup Carnival 2022: All the fashion looks from Stakes Day
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