Style stakes are high at The Everest 2019
From strapless dresses to short suits, blue hues and plunging necklines, the style stakes are high at Everest today as the world’s richest race ushers in a new generation of fans.
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Cobalt blue prints, florals and frills are proving hot trends at The Everest at Royal Randwick today as trackside fashion takes a shorter, prettier turn.
The style stakes are high at the world’s richest race on turf, which is expected to draw 40,000 people including a large contingent of under-35s as the race ushers in a new generation of fans.
Pink hues, custom suits and ’80s fashion are tipped to be front and centre this year, with the power shoulder making a comeback, along with belle sleeves and ladylike hemlines while plunging necklines and short suits are proving popular among younger racegoers.
Natural makeup, stylish sunglasses and bright, unusual fascinators are the go-to trends for women while for the men, clean tailored suits, and even white or nude pants are proving popular.
Elle Hurley, 22, had her mother hand-make her dress for the event, and wore a custom hat inspired by the event’s blue theme.
“I love coming to the races for the fashion,” Ms Hurley said. “It’s always a lot of fun, I love the fact that everyone dresses up and my go to drink is champagne.”
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Punters were lining up well before gates opened for the event, now worth $14m, including one man who arrived at 5.15am because he was “too excited to sleep”.
Marion Quinn, 53, a regular on the racing circuit, said it was a chance to get out the Sunday best.
“I love the races. You can’t get any better than this. Everybody dresses up and it’s so nice seeing men in suits. You usually only ever wear a suit to a wedding or funeral, so it’s lovely seeing them on”.
Melbourne Cup-winning jockey Michelle Payne said she was thrilled to be part of the event. For the first time in seven years, the jockey-trainer is officially on site and racing with the support of her brother Stevie.
“I haven’t ridden at Randwick for a fair while now but to be able to train and ride my own horse is really special,” Payne said.
“The atmosphere is amazing and it’s a lovely course.
“I’m just excited to be here on such a big day.”
The world’s richest turf race, The TAB Everest attracts the world’s best sprinters and will again put the global sporting spotlight firmly on Sydney’s racing HQ.
As well as epic racing throughout the day, international superstar Kelly Rowland will perform a free concert after the last race in the Theatre of the Horse. The Harrolds Fashion Chute competition is on for women and men, while DJ Nat Sax will provide poolside beats at Pony Palms, presented by Heineken.
