Just because 2020 cancelled virtually every event (and, well, any sense of normality we’ve known…) doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy some of the simple annual pleasures we so fondly look forward to each year.
Oh, and you can bet that absolutely includes ogling and revelling over every single outfit at the spring races.
While this year’s spring racing season looks a little different this year, that’s certainly not to say it’s been surpassed completely.
Yes, fashion finds a way – COVID or no COVID, so when the Melbourne Cup carnival launch was hosted in Sydney instead of Melbourne this year, we were strapped in and ready to devour those frivolous fashions on the new COVID-friendly field.
From Nadia Bartel’s pastel peak to Jasmine Stefanovic’s legally blonde moment, we look at the best dressed women from the event.
Tegan Martin
Tegan Martin led the glamour pack on Tuesday, wearing a stunning black jumpsuit with a very on trend flair pant.
Lisa Wilkinson
Lisa Wilkinson also looked stunning in a bright red printed frock featuring long sleeves and a trendy hat.
Kate Waterhouse
Kate Waterhouse was one of the best dressed of the day in this gorgeous unique printed design.
Nadia Fairfax
Bringing a spot of neon to an overcast day, Nadia Fairfax’s unique ensemble was a single handed standout. You wouldn’t miss her in a crowd…
Delta Goodrem
Delta Goodream embraced a bit of 60s-esque chic in a boxy jacket and midi skirt combo.
Delta Goodrem 2
And her matching makeup with shades of orange off-set her cocktail netting headpiece to perfection.
Bambi Northwood-Blyth
Up there with Kate Waterhouse’s gorgeous ensemble, Bambi Northwood-Blyth was another strong contender for best dressed in this elegant midnight blue design complete with a beret-style hat.
Jasmine
Jasmine Stefanovic was also easy to spot in a bright pink power suit that oozed Legally Blonde vibes.
Jasmine Stefanovic, Tegan Martin
It marked one of the first times we’ve seen Jasmine step out since she gave birth to her baby daughter Harper in May.
Nadia Bartel
And Nadia Bartel rounded things out down in Melbourne in this gorgeous lilac frock – there’s a reason this style-muse has such a loyal following.
