Racing fashion: What colours, shoes and suits are in season
As Cairns Cup events get under way, fashion boutiques tell all about racing fashion trends in the Far North this year.
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A KALEIDOSCOPE of colour will brighten up Cannon Park racecourse on Saturday as fashionistas of the Far North glam it up for Ladies Day.
Eye Boutique owner Kerry Carlon said that there were many colour schemes for spring 2021 with fashionable shades set to make a return.
“They are spring summer colours, pinks, tennis court green, lilac, orange is still big, mint, turquoise, yellow and cobalt blue,” she said.
Ms Carlon said that new colours like tennis court green were popping up.
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With restrictions only being eased on Friday, Ms Carlon said a lot of people had come into her shop wanting last minute ideas.
“If you are caught last minute, get the fascinator first because it is the hardest one to find. Then the hunt for the perfect dress, shoes and bags,” she said.
Ms Carlon said it was important to keep shoes nude so the colour was all in the dress, fascinator and bag.
The focus is also on men’s fashion this year with many linen options on the table.
Victor Mellick Mens Fashions owner Victor Mellick said that the fashion depended on what buyers were looking for.
“I always suggest to dress for the climate. You can’t beat a beautiful sport cut or a blazer if you don’t want to wear a suit,” he said.
Mr Mellick said it was important to avoid thongs or sandals.
“You can also always add accessories to brighten things up,” he said.
Mr Mellick said that linen and cotton were in and that when the tie was picked it was important to pick a lively one that didn’t have a strict business look.
Businesses are excited that restrictions have been eased and they get to see everyone dolled up.
Woolshed owner Dominic Davies said that the racing season was always exciting.
“The timing is great, it makes it a lot easier to run a race public gathering without restrictions and makes for a much pleasant day for all the punters,” he said.
The race season kicks off this weekend with the Red Beret Cairns Cup Ladies day and the Cairns Cup next weekend on August 28.
Red Beret Cairns Cup Ladies Day on August 21
Fashion competitions include
Style Stakes presented by MYER
– Over $31,000 in prizes
Categories on the day include
– Stylish Lady of the Day
– Classic Lady
– Stylish Couples
– Also become the face of the Carnival next year
Red Beret Cairns Cup Day on August 28
Fashion Competitions include Style Stakes presented by AUDI
Categories on the day include
– Stylish lady of the day
– Classic lady
– Stylish Stallion of the day
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