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The VRC Melbourne Cup was last run on Tuesday, November 5th, 2019 and won by Vow And Declare. Despite the bluster, hats will be a main feature, too. But Melbourne Cup isn’t just about the horses. Kate Waterhouse and Megan Gale pose with the 2018 Melbourne Cup at the Lexus Design Pavilion Marquee on Melbourne Cup Day at Flemington Racecourse on November 6, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. While the $8 million Lexus Melbourne Cup … Getty Eden Dally and Sam Cochrane The Myer Fashions on the Field competition is where the best-dressed parade their outfits. The best and worst fashion moments from the Melbourne Cup EACH year some people get it more right than others. The best dresses for the Spring Racing Carnival – from feminine lace and ruffle-trimmed numbers to more structured fitting style, floral prints and wrap dresses. But Melbourne Cup isn’t just about the horses. The VRC Melbourne Cup is a Group I held over a distance of 3200 metres at Flemington Racecourse with total prizemoney of $7,300,000. The best and worst fashion moments from the Melbourne Cup EACH year some people get it more right than others. … Let’s take a look back at some of the most iconic Melbourne Cup looks. Magic Millions is the first big race event of the year, so it can give hints about what racing fashion trends we can expect in 2018. The Bachelor 2018 contestant kept it semi-casual in a white crochet dress and patent ankle-strap block heels while celebrating the Cup in Sydney. The Myer Fashions on the Field competition is where the best-dressed parade their outfits. Straw boaters, feathered fascinators and dainty headbands are the the order of the day, while accessories are due to make a splash. Drunk Girls of Melbourne Cup is the Instagram account we need and love surrounding the Melbourne Cup. The 2018 Melbourne Cup had its fair share of weather woes, but those who managed to make it out to the festivities delivered style in spades despite the persistent drizzle. After Derby Day's strict black-and-white theme, Melbourne Cup is leaning into the colour brief, with tropical separates and punchy dresses taking centre stage. The Melbourne Cup always approaches fast, with the 2020 edition commencing at 3pm, Tuesday 3rd November. Let’s take a look back at some of the most iconic Melbourne Cup looks. The race that stops a nation is more exciting than ever this year, with a number of celebrations taking place both inside and outside the racecourse.