Apr 12, 2014 10:55
by Natasha Saroca

Hands up if you’re heading to the races for the Autumn Racing Carnival. Yes? Okay, then have you picked out a frock, chic yet comfy kicks, plus a statement-making headpiece to wear to the track?

If your answer is yes, then props to you for planning ahead! If, however, you’re shaking your head, we suggest you get your ensemble sorted out quick smart, because we predict there’ll soon be a rush on all things race-day related when other punters, like you, also realise they’re cutting it fine if they want to pull together a winning trackside look for the last events on the autumn racing calendar.

Need some sartorial inspiration before you race to the shops? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve come up with 5 on-trend outfits that will see you stand out from the crowd for the rest of the racing season.

Shop the looks
1. Red hot: Minty Meets Munt Celine Bustier Liquefy Print, $169; Ginger & Smart Radius Skirt, $389; Pollini Suede Pumps with Marbled Heel from Browns, $740; Sportsgirl Mini Hard Case, $14.95; Morgan & Taylor Felt Beret with Veiling from David Jones, $99.95; Forever New Valentina Bow Felt Gloves, $19.99.

2. Winter florals: Akin by Ginger & Smart Wanderlust Dress; ZU Cortez Ankle Boot, $130; Graf & Lantz Jodie Pouch from Shopbop, USD$175; Gregory Ladner Floppy Hat with Bow Trim from Myer, $69.95; Forzieri Women’s Perforated Italian Leather Gloves, $139.20; Amber Sceats Large Moon Drop Ring, $159.

3. Monochrome: Zimmermann Crepe Flounce Jumpsuit, $430; Alannah Hill No Need To Forgive Wrap, $159; Siren Shoes Precise Heel, $139.95; Tony Bianco Katia Clutch, $129.95; Morgan & Taylor Disc Cocktail Hat from Myer, $119; Tom Binns Dumont Pearl Noir Crystal Stud Earrings from Shopbop, USD$250.

4. Royal blue: Forever New Tilda Cocoon Coat, $149.99; Saba Charlotte Dress, $269; Tony Bianco Katisha Heel in Skin Capretto, $159.95; Ginger & Smart Anatomie Box Clutch, $369; Eugenia Kim Daisy Embellished Flower Metal Headband from Net-A-Porter, $328.28; Bauble Bar Jumbo Pearl Ring Collar, USD$34.

5. Pretty pastels: Emilia Wickstead Justina Cropped Matelassé Silk Jacket from Net-A-Porter, $940.69; Alannah Hill She’s From France Dress, $329; Tony Bianco Alita in Blush Capretto, $169.95; Eugenia Kim Blair Hat from Far Fetch, $424.76; Alexis Bittar Multi Stone Encrusted Vine Ring from Shopbop, USD$295; Bauble Bar Gold Flecked Quad Studs, USD$24; Bauble Bar Cushion Cut Bracelet, USD$28.