Derby Day fashion 2025: All the looks

Celebrity arrivals have begun to trickle in with their monochrome looks for Derby Day held at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne on Saturday.

But while there are some standout looks, not everyone has hit the mark at this year’s impromptu fashion show. 

Australia’s ‘hottest footy WAG’ Chelsea Becirevic risked a serious wardrobe malfunction as she stepped out in a daring number alongside her boyfriend.

Becirevic, who is dating AFL player Ivan Soldo, almost spilled out of her frock as she put on a busty display inside the Birdcage at Melbourne’s Spring Racing Carnival.

The 25-year-old model poured her figure into a lace, capri-cropped bodysuit which had long sleeves and a fitted black corset.

It also featured a plunging neckline that showed off her ample cleavage. 

The blonde bombshell had her hair styled in large, bouncy waves, accessorised with a Louis Vuitton handbag, a wide-brimmed hat and strappy heels. 

Elsewhere, fashion designer Pip Edwards opted for a bizarre pirate look. 

The P.E Nation founder, 45, slipped a tricorn-esque hat onto her blonde locks as she stepped out in a very frilly black number.

She paired the eclectic top with bell-bottom slacks and pointed white pumps. 

Lindy Klim also missed the mark with her avant garde style, slipping on an oversized black jacket with bowed sleeves.

The Balinese princess, 46, risked a wardrobe malfunction as she wore nothing beneath the blazer, which featured a plunging neckline.

Scraps of white tulle and lace hung down her legs as she pulled her dark locks back into a tight up-do, and completed her outfit with a pair of black heels. 

So who stole the spotlight on Derby Day? None other than the ‘Queen of WAGs’ Rebecca ‘Bec’ Judd.   

The mother-of-four, 42, looked angelic in an all-white ensemble as she flaunted her frame in a lace corset gown which featured an off-the-shoulder neckline.

She accessorised with a pair of long white gloves to match her slingback kitten heels and designer handbag.

Opting for a bronzed, but natural looking, makeup look, Bec left her brunette tresses down and covered them with a wide-brimmed hat. 

Nadia Bartel was another star who stole the show, stepping out in a white corset with a flowing skirt and structured shoulders.

The socialite, 40, kept her accessories minimal with a black clutch and fascinator as she hid her eyes behind a pair of dark sunglasses. 

Tammy Hembrow made a shocking appearance at Derby Day, marking her first ever public foray into spring carnival. She has quietly attended with friends in the past.

The fitness influencer, 31, who made headlines this year for her brief fling with AFL star Bailey Smith, slipped into a strapless white corseted top with a black skirt.

She covered her blonde tresses with a wide black cap, carrying a matching clutch in hand and slipping on a diamond bracelet. 

Stella Klim ensured she didn’t follow in her mother’s footsteps, slipping her figure into a classic silhouette for the carnival.

The model, 19, smouldered in full skirts and a collared halter neck, flaunting her narrow waist in a heavily cinched bodice.

Adding a soft curl to her brunette locks, she slipped on a wide-brimmed hat and accessorised with simple black pumps for the occasion. 

Annalise Dalins was also in attendance with her AFL star boyfriend Josh Daicos. 

The 24-year-old model also opted for an all-white look, putting on a leggy display in a strapless mini-dress.

Brooke Warne showed off her effortlessly chic style in a black mini dress with a white floral detail and sheer sleeve draped over her shoulders.

The eldest daughter, 27, of the late cricketer Shane Warne showed off her recent hair transformation from blonde to copper as her locks were styled in loose waves.

She completed her look with a pair of black slingback heels and a head-turning pillbox hat that featured a white bow.

Francesca Cumani stepped out in a halter neck gown which dropped into a subtle A-line skirt.

The Nine horse racing presenter, 42, paired the frock with a pair of staple black pumps and a matching fascinator.

Emma Scodellaro followed suit, putting on a theatrical display with an oversized, flowing white poncho top and loose white slacks.

The Fashions on the Field judge, 47, rocked a black trim to her ensemble, hiding her eyes behind large sunglasses and topping the look off with a wide-brimmed hat.

Viera Macikova was the picture of elegance in a white peplum top with a black V-neck. 

The race day veteran, 49, opted for white wide-legged slacks with a large black floral print to match her wide-brimmed hat and designer handbag.

Derby Day kicks off a massive week of Melbourne Cup Carnival fun at Flemington Racecourse each year. 

It follows the tradition of English racetrack Royal Ascot, where top hats and tails, and black and white attire are required. 

The monochrome dress code really kicked off in 1960 when Melbourne Cup attendees were offered a wardrobe prize for best dressed. 

The catch was that participants had to wear black and white to celebrate the Black & White whiskey manufactured by collaborator James Buchanan and Co. 

While Derby Day may be the strictest of all dress codes, it’s far from the only event during the spring racing carnival with a theme. 

The Melbourne Cup, known as the race that stops the nation, is the centrepiece of the annual spring carnival and is all about bright colours and patterns.

This is where Fashions on the Field comes into play.

First established in 1960, Fashions on the Field rewards the best-dressed punter with a prize, prompting racegoers to wear their boldest, most fabulous outfits.

Meanwhile, Oaks Day, also known as Ladies’ Day, encourages women to wear ‘all things feminine’.

The final day of the week, Stakes Day, is far more relaxed, and while some rules are in place, it’s nothing compared with the kick-off event of the season.