Derby Day’s Monochrome Street Style

Over 100,000 people flocked to the fabulous Flemington racecourse on Saturday for the first of Melbourne’s four-day racing festival. With the carnival set to boost the state economy by more than $427 million, all eyes were on Australia’s racing capital.

Photo Credit: David Crosling

Of course, it was the fashion flock turning heads this weekend, with thousands draped in their finest black and white. The street style was bolder and more fashion-forward than ever. Jumpsuits, pantsuits and tuxedo jackets were ever-more popular, as the style-set eagerly reworked the traditionally strict dresscode. Patterns and prints were swapped in favour of chic, bold colours, leaving the serious style statements to oversized silhouettes and ornate detailing. Lace, ruffles, tassels and embroidery were seen everywhere and necklines were worthy of their own headline, with off-the-shoulder and one-shoulder looks making a splash trackside. The hats remained mostly simple, with the oversized, wide-brim look taking centre stage. There was also a smattering of turbans and embellished crowns for a decidedly Parisian feel.

Let’s take a look at some of Saturday’s most stylish:

Jennifer Hawkins outside Myer. Photo Credit: Alex Coppel.
Nadia Bartel at Derby Day. Photo Credit: Ian Currie
Photo Credit: Joe Castro, AAP Image.
Photo Credit: Joe Castro, AAP Image.

 

Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine
Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine

 

Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine

 

Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine

 

Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine

 

Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine
Montana Cox at Derby Day. Photo Credit: Vogue Magazine

 

Shanina Shaik in the Mumm Marquee at the Birdcage. Photo credit: Tracey Nearmy, AAP Image.

What was your favourite look? Stay tuned for more raceday fashion!

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