Forget about trifectas โ here, the marie claire fashion team share their most important trackside tip: what to wear to the races!
Occasion 1: Derby Day
Date: Saturday 2 November, 2019
Our Take: โIโll keep it classic in a balloon-sleeve blouse and trousers โ in monochrome, of courseโ โ Chloe Buttenshaw, Senior Fashion Editor

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Kaia Top, $380, available at myer.com.au.

Belinda Pant, $249, available at hansenandgretel.com.

Sylvie 1969 Patent Leather Mini Top Handle Bag, $4195, available at gucci.com/au.

Oscar de la Renta Shoes, POA, oscardelarenta.com.
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Paisley Sunglasses, $380, available at zimmermannwear.com.

Link Bracelet, $11,100, available at tiffany.com.au.
Occasion 2: Melbourne Cup
Date: Tuesday 5 November 2019
Our Take: โBright is best for the Melbourne Cup โ think canary yellow and cute accessoriesโ โ Monica Russell, Fashion Editor

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Kennedy Asymmetric Ruffled Floral-Print Georgette Dress, $1313.50, available at net-a-porter.com.

Paula Sunglasses, $480, available at loewe.com.

Azeline Leather Kitten Heel Sandal, $475, available at maraandmine.com.

Trellis Lirio Plant Pot Mini Bucket Bag, $617, available at shopbop.com.
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Occasion 3: Stakes Day
Date: Saturday 9 November 2019
Our Take: โStakes Day is the carnivalโs most relaxed, so Iโll be opting for a belted shirt-dress and wide-brimmed hatโ โ Jana Pokorny, Fashion Director.


Espionage Bow Shirt Dress, $595, available at zimmermannwear.com.

Eden Leather Sandals, $569, available at net-a-porter.com.
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Dauphine Bag, $4150, available at au.louisvuitton.com.

Giga Spinner Pinned Raffia Hat, $891, available at matchesfashion.com.

Marni Earrings, $354, available at farfetch.com.
This article initially appeared in the November issue of Marie Claire magazine.
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