2009 Emirates Melbourne Cup Day
Like Ascot in the UK the Melbourne Cup Day is more about hats and fashion than horse-racing – from a woman’s point of view of course.
Kate Waterhouse oozed sophistication wearing a Chloé bow-detailed asymmetric silk blouse, which she paired with a high waisted white skirt and nude heels.
Normally I really hate a necklace worn with an asymmetrical top, but I’m surprised that it doesn’t bother me here.
Her hat perfects this stunning look.
I believe Jennifer Hawkins is wearing a stunning head-piece, but unfortunately I can barely make it out from the artwork behind her.
Laura Dundovic was my second favourite going for a black and beige colour co-ordinated look.
Model Sophie Monk opted for a sexier leopard print look.
I guess models can write their own fashion rule books, but it doesn’t feel quite right at this event.
More stunning hats.
Sonia Kruger looks stunning, I’m so jealous of her toned legs.
I love the fuschia colour of her look and her hat which looks like something a chic air stewardess would wear in the 70s.
I didn’t like anything about Olivia Newton-John’s look. I may have like it had she not gone overboard with the boots and the lace gloves.
Zara Phillips’ Thread Social dress is unflattering on her from every angle.
Her Philip Treacy hat is nice though.
Designer Leona Edmiston had some extra pieces of tulle left over from designing her hat, so she incorporated the left-overs into her dress.
2009 AAMI Victoria Derby Day
Lara Bingle made sure all eyes were on her by wearing a large head-piece.
I’m sure it was mission accomplished, but every one was no doubt looking at her because of her deep plunging LBD than her hat.
Those of us outside Australia still don’t really know Lara, but the model is set to skate to international fame with news she will head to London in March for the UK series of “Torvill and Dean: Skating on Ice”.
Megan Gale’s black and white dress is so chic it hurts.
Jennifer Hawkins’ bold shoulder dress was covered with a lace overlay to complement her square lace head piece.
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