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Melbourne Cup 2018 – the blow by blow birdcage fashion update
930am – In a flurry of fascinators the gates are open. The rain has eased off but it’s hot and muggy. Favourite #accessoryoftheday – a brolly! Helicopter arrivals at the Birdcage entrance have been put on hold. I have just seen a man has take off his trousers so they don’t get wet and he … Continue reading
Spring racing 2018 – empower yourself with dad shoes?
What shoes will please the mind and body this Spring racing season? Continue reading
Fashion For All at The Everest
Sydney’s well-dressed descended on Randwick for Australia’s richest horse race, The Everest. Despite the ongoing drizzle, guests dazzled, showing off their best Spring race wear as they watched Redzel win the $13 million race for a second time. Overall fashion victories were egalitarian – shared equally between the general public, members stands, the stables suites … Continue reading
What to wear to Ascot? Inspo from the Royal wedding.
A hallmark of a British wedding is the custom of wearing hats and the wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry did not disappoint. Favourites of the day, Lady Kitty Spencer in emerald Dolce & Gabbana and Suits actress, Abigail Spencer in navy polka dots. Continue reading
Where the celebs vacation in Australia (and what they want to get papped wearing)
When the Northern hemisphere weather doesn’t quite warm the cockles, celebs from around the world pack up their sequined caftans and head down under to an Aussie getaway. A little known secret, after cuddling koalas, holidaying Hollywood heavyweights always stock up their wardrobes with resort wear from talented local designers. As Australian Fashion Week closed … Continue reading
Golden Slipper Fashion Inspo
The Longines Golden Slipper Stakes is a Group 1 thoroughbred horse race for two-year-olds run over 1,200 metres at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse with prize money of A$3,500,000. But more importantly following the summer months after The Melbourne Cup, the Golden Slipper on March 24, heralds in 2018’s racing season. (And is closely followed by The Dubai World Cup). It … Continue reading
Melbourne Cup Birdcage: Who were the marquee winners?
It was cold and blustery. The icy downfall laid a mist upon the track’s famous Flemington roses and green turf. Freezing winds whipped through the hallowed birdcage corridors, fluttering men’s suit coats and sending fascinators tumbling. Little did guests realise, the lucky Irish had brought their winter weather with them. But despite the shivering the glam … Continue reading
Race Wear Inspo: What to wear to Melbourne Cup this year
Desperately needing some inspiration when it comes to your spring carnival look? We’ve rounded up the best of the latest trackside styles. Winner’s circle here we come. The Everest was the richest turf race in the world hosted in Sydney earlier this month. Style superstars hit the track in baby blues and subdued hues with … Continue reading
Sweet on Sweaters
Sweater weather is upon us and it’s time to dial up the style on the simple jumper. From thigh grazing cable knits to Gucci bejeweled from ladylike undersized to Balenciaga vintage apres ski, the Fall 2017 runways captured all the wily wooliness. Paired with ski pants, leggings or skirts, cozy up with a super sweater. Scroll … Continue reading
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