Be on top of your fashion game this Caulfield Cup season with our hottest tips for the look we believe will have you trending on the field. Take a look through some of the most glamourous styles as seen on Australia’s top spring race day influencers!
Whether it’s, soft girly prints, lovely textured fabrics, or a statement piece you’re after, our top 10 trends will leave you feeling inspired and marvellously hot to trot at the upcoming Spring Caulfield Cup 2017!
1. The Bell Sleeve
Make a bold statement with an exaggerated bell sleeve. Opt for a midi length dress that features a dramatic flared sleeve and you’ll be guaranteed a fashion win. Statement sleeves are the trend of the season, whether they are long, bell or balloon sleeves; they have become more exaggerated than ever. Fashionistas everywhere can now rejoice as making that grand fashion statement has never been so effortless with this stunning style. For extra edge, experiment with high cut slits in the side of the sleeve for a demure lengthening look. To complete your look, add a simple headpiece and bejewelled neck choker and you’re race ready!
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2. The Flared Mini
The flared midi is a simple yet stylish way to add a touch of elegance to your race day look. Choose a form fitted style that compliments your body shape and accentuates your waist. A slightly flared hemline will create the illusion of an hourglass shape, hence making it an especially great option if you have a slim, slender build. Pick a flared midi style that has a halter neckline feature for a classic daytime look. Complete your style, with an eye catching fascinator, beautiful clutch and apply a peach colour to your lips.
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3. The Floral Print
Although a little cliché, it’s virtually impossible to talk about spring racing without mentioning florals. Synonymous with all things seasonally flourishing, the floral print is your go to look for the season. Experiment with colours, patterns and even fabric textures to create the perfect feminine spring time look. When selecting a dress style, opt for a girly ruffled mini skirt complimented with a layered sleeve to pull off a Parisian chic vibe effortlessly. Add a modern headpiece to your look, rose gold pod clutch and for an extra girly touch apply a rose toned gloss to your lip.
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4. The Cold Shoulder
A great option for almost all body types, the exposed cold shoulder dress is the perfect choice for spring season wear. Showing just enough skin without being overly obvious or feeling completely shoulder bare, this sexy chic look is a great selection for your next Caulfield Cup race day. Complete your look with ruffle trim detailing and wide bell sleeves. Opt for a midi length dress to balance off your dramatic sleeves. Neutral tones will have you feeling lushly gorgeous. To flawlessly finish your ultra-chic style, add an embellished headband and beautiful statement clutch to complete your effortless race day look!
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5. The Ruffled Mini
Feel gorgeous and girly in this cute ruffled mini dress at your next race day event! This super comfortable to wear style features an alluring soft flowing silhouette with ruffled trim detail in a gorgeously refreshing pastel palette. Embody a youthful spirit in this beautiful timeless design. Fall in love with a softly bloused bodice and a beautifully cascading ruffle skirt for the perfect balance between playfulness and sophistication. Add a glittering clutch pod and dazzling silver fascinator to complete your look effortlessly.
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6. The Textured Lace
Embrace the thick textured lace look at your upcoming Caulfield Cup event and you’re bound to be more glamorous than ever. This look is a variation on the classic lace style that has evolved over time to become less mother of the bride look and more old meets new style giving you more of a young fresh feel. Experiment with different colours, bold illusion necklines and texture weight options at your next day out and you’ll feel contemporary lady like. To complete your look add floral lace fascinator and a pair of statement earrings.
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7. The Sheer Effect
Channel modern 70’s vibes in an alluring sheer number this spring season for an ethereal daytime look that will have you looking edgy and flawless in no time. An emphasis on delicate sheer fabrication featuring an aesthetically pleasing print will give you an effortless country girl meets city vibe. The use of a subtle illusion plunge neckline will flatter your décolletage and reveal just the right amount of skin. Add to your super feminine style a detailed scallop trim edge ruffle for a vividly dimensional look. A partially lined mini length skirt will offer you comfortable all day wear. To complete your look, add a matte black clutch, modern floral headpiece and soft relaxed curls.
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8. The Flounced Mini
Feel elegantly cool in a blue flounced mini dress this racing season! The hue of the moment, pastel blue is a gorgeous way to inject some colour into your spring racing look. Feel playful in a full mini skirt, crafted from lattice lace and embellished with stunning embroidered silk and leather florals. The A line silhouette will offer you a stunningly dreamy ethereal look and the flared hemline will flatter your figure gracefully! The slight halter shape in the neckline is a great way to balance the mini length of the dress making it suitable for an outdoor daytime event! To add to your youthful look, choose a pair of nude heels to elongate your legs, a white floral fascinator and beautiful crystal stud earrings.
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9. The Embroidered Print
Fall in love with a broderie anglaise embroidered print midi dress this Caulfield Cup spring season. Opt for a midi length dress featuring long bubble sleeves and a scalloped peplum for added dimension and you’ll feel like a springtime queen! Command the field in a fitted silhouette, complete with a self-waist tie to gracefully accentuate your waist while at the same time flattering your female curves. For the perfect race day look, add a minimal fascinator and gold choker for a beautiful girly look.
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9. The Ruffle Sleeve
Romantic ruffled layered sleeves will make your outfit stand out next race day! Pairing a feminine voluminous sleeve with a sleek figure hugging mini silhouette will give you a timeless elegant look that can be easily worn all day long. Experiment with different colours, forms and textured ruffles and you’ll score big this race season! This trend has us screaming, the bigger the ruffle the better the sleeve! Complete this super fun trend with a jeweled neckpiece choker and a statement geometric headpiece.
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