They are some of the most anticipated days on the fashion calendar – celebrities start flocking, outfits are assembled, and the age-old debate of ‘hats vs fascinators’ is raised yet again. It’s Spring Racing Carnival time and forget The Race That Stops A Nation, for women during this time of the year, it’s all about finding The Outfit That Stops A Nation.
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Between attempting to match shoes and bags, finding out crop tops have been banned (outfit options just got halved) AND trying to pick a winner, it’s a potential minefield out there for any aspiring Fashions On The Field entrant. Never fear, we here at Style Etcetera know exactly how overwhelming it can be, so we’ve picked out our top style trend to ensure you are a stylish step ahead of the other fillies.
Synonymous with the Spring Racing Carnival is headwear; be it a hat, headband, bejewelled headpiece or fascinator, it’s one of your only legitimate opportunities to wear something a little bit crazy on your head and completely own it. Hats, of course, are the classic option (just don’t remove them at risk of unleashing hat hair), and yes, fascinators have come a long way from a few feathers poking out of your head, but this year, to truly ensure you are Queen of the Track, its time to reach for your crown.
Nothing is more regal or show-stopping than a crown, and wearing one is guaranteed to get you over the line first in the style stakes. It’s a contemporary update on the floral crowns and garlands we wholeheartedly embraced last racing season, and whilst there was no denying they were pretty and delicate, your crown this year takes on an edgy, sharper aesthetic. With hard edges, intricate patterns and metal accents, they toughen up any look, whilst still maintaining a lady-like elegance. Adhere to the more traditional nature of the crown and choose one in gold or silver (any royal would approve), or go with a brighter colour that complements the rest of your outfit.
Remember to embrace your crown like the true style royal you are, and you will be onto a a surefire winner (well, off the track at least).
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