Best Spring Racing looks and outfits for under $100

WHO says you have to spend a fortune to look good trackside? From floral to feathered, lacy to racy, Anna Byrne finds the best fashionable frocks that won’t break the bank.

Dressing up for the races doesn’t need to cost a fortune. We’ve found fab frocks for under $100.

FROM floral to feathered, lacy to racy, Anna Byrne finds the best fashionable frocks that won’t break the bank for Melbourne Cup Carnival.

The scallop hem on this dress really sets it apart. MIX APPAREL scallop hem dress $29 from Coles, mixapparel.com.au.

This stylish coral dress is an absolute bargain. MRP long sleeve lace dress $17.50, mrp.com.

For a warmer day at the track, try this sunny number. MRP lemon dress $20, mrp.com.

Have fun in this flirty frock. BOOHOO floral skater dress $30, boohoo.com.

Channel a bit of old-school Hollywood glamour in this dress. BOOHOO feather trim dress $70, boohoo.com.

Polka dots can be fun with this great dress. HARRIS SCARFE polka dot dress $69.95, harrisscarfe.com.au.

This blue floral dress would work for numerous occasions. HARRIS SCARFE floral belted dress $69.95, harrisscarfe.com.au.

We love this soft and delicate print. HARRIS SCARFE white print dress with black ribbon belt $69.95, harrisscarfe.com.au.

Show off your waist with this floral number. HARRIS SCARFE floral belted dress $69.95, harrisscarfe.com.au.

The draping on this number will help you make the most of your curves. HARRIS SCARFE magenta dress with tie $99, harrisscarfe.com.au.

Stripes, blocks of colour and a great cut, what’s not to love? HARRIS SCARFE stripe dress $69.95, harrisscarfe.com.au.

This colourful dress could be the centrepiece of a fabulous racing outfit. BOOHOO print dress $44, boohoo.com.

Be a bolt of blue in this great thigh-skimming number. TARGET dress $59, target.com.au.

We love this floral skater look. TARGET dress $59, target.com.au.

You can’t go wrong with this classic pink dress. TARGET dress $59, target.com.au.

We love this bright and colourful print. TOPSHOP floral photo print dress $80. Ph: 8844 0900.

Rock the lady in red look this stylish frock. TOPSHOP red dress $100. Ph: 8844 0900

This cute cut-out adds nice detail to a classic dress. TOPSHOP pink dress $100. Ph: 8844 0900

The mesh cut-outs really lift this dress. ASOS blue dress $70, asos.com/au.

This flattering frock is a great race-day option. FOREVER NEW pink dress $100, forevernew.com.au.

This mid-sleeve dress is great for those windy days. NEXT dusty blue dress $59, next.com.au.

This Grecian-inspired frock will impress. NEXT green dress with embellished neckline $95, next.com.au.

The subtle lace detail on this dress is gorgeous NEXT emerald lace dress $78, next.com.au.

This figure-hugging option creates a lovely silhouette. highlights NEXT pink dress $78, next.com.au.

This cute print with a back cut-out is super stylish. NEXT print dress $78, next.com.au.

Go for a classic look with this blue frock with a cute trim. FOREVER NEW blue dress $90, forevernew.com.au.

Show off your curves with this glam dress. KARDASHIAN KOLLECTION turquoise dress $99.95. Ph: 02 9299 1881

Embrace this bold and fun print for a twist on a classic race-day silhouette. MRP printed dress $17.80, mrp.com.

Brush up on your Franglais with this European-inspired dress. MRP stripe dress $19, mrp.com.

This flattering cut will help you create a fab look. MRP lace dress $16.40, mrp.com.

Monochrome is far from dull, with this print outfit. MRP black and white dress, $13.60, mrp.com.

Originally published as Best Spring Racing looks and outfits for under $100