Sonia Kruger, Candice Warner lead arrivals at Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival 2021 launch event

Former SAS Australia contestant Candice Warner turned heads in a striking dress at a star-studded Sydney racing event in Sydney today.

Candice Warner has led arrivals at the Autumn racing carnival launch in Sydney.

The former SAS Australia contestant wore a spotty pink one-shoulder dress with an oversized, billowing puff sleeve to the event marking the start of the six-week spectacular running March 13 to April 17.

The mum-of-three’s midi frock was teamed with sparkly headband, simple pointed heels and sleek hair.

She was joined by Channel 7 presenter and new Australian Turf Club ambassador, Sonia Kruger, who wore a sophisticated knit dress teamed with a black fascinator.

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Candice Warner wore a chic outfit with a statement sleeve. Picture: Media Mode

The 55-year-old was unveiled as the face of the 2021 race day carnival on Sunday, revealing she was looking forward to having “a flutter” on a horse at one of the six races which include the prestigious Longines Golden Slipper Day on March 20.

Her appearance was her first as the new ambassador.

Sonia Kruger was recently announced as the 2021 Autumn Racing Carnival Ambassador. Picture: Media Mode

This is her first appearance in her new role. Picture: Media Mode

Model Nikki Phillips was also among the celebrity attendees, wearing a stunning black jumpsuit by Toni Maticevski.

The design featured a deep V-neck, statement shoulders and a train over the pants. She finished the look with a black wide-rimmed hat, a white clutch and patterned black and white heels.

Nikki Phillips chose a black jumpsuit with a train. Picture: Media Mode

Channel 7 reporter and racing heiress Kate Waterhouse chose a striking floral outfit to kick off the racing calendar. The 37-year-old, who is the daughter of horse trainer Gai Waterhouse, rocked the floaty wrap-dress with a fluffy black shoulder bag and a jewelled headband.

Racing heiress Kate Waterhouse at the event in Sydney on Tuesday. Picture: Media Mode

Make-up artist Michael Brown with ATC ambassador Sonia Kruger. Picture: Instagram/MichaelBrown

He wore a smart suit with a navy blue blazer and white pants. Picture: Instagram/MichaelBrown

Other attendees at the event included renowned make-up artist to the stars Michael Brown and celebrity fashion stylist Donny Galella who worked the red carpet alongside the famous faces they’d styled.

Michael shared behind-the-scenes clips from the event held at Sydney Mint in a MJ Bale suit with a royal blue blazer and white pants.

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