Derby Day 2023: Inside official Tequila Don Julio 1942 after-party
A popular Sydney influencer made a statement with her head-turning outfit at the official Derby Day after-party in Melbourne.
Pip Edwards and Jade Yarbrough have proved the fallout from the Noosa fracas isn’t over, with the pair publicly avoiding each other at an official Derby Day after-party – as a Sydney influencer turned heads in a wild cut-out dress.
Yarbrough and her then partner, former cricket captain Michael Clarke, made national headlines in January when their emotionally-charged carpark stoush in the tourist town was recorded by a bystander and obtained by The Daily Telegraph.
In the clip, Yarbrough could be heard accusing Clarke of “f**king” Edwards, who he dated between mid-2020 and late-2021, “on December 17”.
At the time, Edwards – who is the co-founder of Australian activewear brand P.E Nation -distanced herself from the public spat, saying: “This is not my circus. Yet again, Michael in his true nature has not taken responsibility for his actions and I was blatantly lied to.”
However, after attending the first event of the prestigious Melbourne Cup Carnival at Flemington on Saturday, both women ended up at the same after-party at the city’s Beverly Rooftop.
News.com.au understands the pair “didn’t go near” each other at the party or even exchange pleasantries, with onlookers describing the public encounter as “awkward”.
Hosted by Tequila Don Julio 1942, the event saw some of the biggest star attendees from Derby Day head to the bar following a day of racing, to kick on the celebrations.
Edwards was among the select few at the exclusive “invite only” party, opting to wear a black dress after ditching her unique trackside outfit inside the LANDMARK by Lexus marquee inside the Birdcage.
Earlier in the day, the mum-of-one wore a white bodiced blazer, a custom creation from Lillian Khallouf that had been designed as one piece, featuring a sheer skirt that flaunted her legs and took full advantage of the Victoria Racing Club’s new relaxed rules inside the prestigious Birdcage. She finished the bold look with a white cap.
Come nightfall, Edwards had changed into a black mini dress which she accessorised with small structured sunnies.
Meanwhile Yarbrough opted for a white suit that she paired with a bralet underneath.
The three-piece ensemble flaunted Yarbrough’s abs as she posed for a series of snaps before heading inside where guests sipped on Don Julio Blanco Tommy’s Margaritas as well as Don Julio Reposado Palomas before being treated to a live performance from by Bloc Party frontman Kele Okereke.
Other famous faces at the star-studded event included Melbourne socialite Nadia Bartel and her best friend, fashion stylist and shoe designer Lana Wilkinson.
Bartel slipped out of the flowing strapless HENNE gown she had designed and worn to Derby Day, instead wearing a white suit vest with a matching silk slip skirt.
Wilkinson also changed outfits from earlier in the day, opting for a yellow mini-dress with statement sleeves.
Melbourne-based fashion designer Effie Kats was also in attendance, wearing a black dress with oversized bow detailing that hung from her shoulders.
Former Miss Universe Olivia Molly Rogers was also among the famous crowd, wearing a black jumpsuit and a matching handbag.
Andy Lee’s girlfriend, Rebecca Harding, opted for a white shift dress at the event.
Bernadette Fahey, the founder of Body by Berner, wore a striking blue dress to the rooftop party.
The velvet gown featured a statement diamond cut out that went across her midriff and back, deliberately flaunting her undies, which were built into the dress and made from the same fabric.
A post on the pilates and yoga expert’s personal Instagram page showed the unusual design from the back, which looked incredible on Fahey.
She finished her look with pointed silver strappy heels and her blonde hair in a sophisticated up-do.
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