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Celebs turn out for Stakes Day at the Melbourne Cup Carnival

Tilli Andrew
Tilli Andrew

The fashion and racing event of the year is wrapping up with Stakes Day, the culmination of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

MAFS star Jules Robinson channelled her inner Vivian Ward trackside with a nod to classic film Pretty Woman in a brown polka-dot dress and a wide-brimmed hat.

Jules Robinson nailed the brief with a nod to Julia Roberts in the Pretty Woman polo match scene.

Jules Robinson nailed the brief with a nod to Julia Roberts in the Pretty Woman polo game scene. Getty

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Jules Robinson channels her inner Vivian Ward at Stakes Day in a polka-dot frock she co-designed with Big W. Getty

Meanwhile, three generations of racing royalty were seen together.

Kate Waterhouse turned the day into a family affair alongside her husband, Luke Ricketson, daughters Sophia and Grace.

She also shared a photo with her mother, the racing legend Gai Waterhouse.

Kate wore a chic pillbox hat and black dress while her children were in simple elegant dresses.

Racing royalty Kate Waterhouse made it a family affair alongside husband Luke Ricketson and daughters Sophia and Grace. Dressed in Forever New alongside her girls, Kate wore rich chocolate brown dress styled with a structured pillbox hat. Getty Images

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Keep scrolling for our favourite looks of the day.

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What’s so funny? Aussie DJ Fisher gave a cheeky laugh for the camera, looking suave in a grey suit jacket and perspex sunnies. Getty Images

North Melbourne player Toby Pink and partner Chloe set a high bar, turning heads in standout tailoring: Chloe in a sharp, red-tied suit by YSG Tailors, and Toby making a bold statement in rich deep plum. Getty

The Block season eight winner Chantelle Ford served up a mix of colour, wearing a lilac tunic, striking red leather gloves, and netted millinery. A brown leather belt matched her knee-high boots, tying the look together. Getty

Model Brooke Webster brought serious mermaid vibes in a breathtaking gold gown. The look packed major texture, featuring a bedazzled bodice with fringe detailing. Getty Images

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Bella Henry is an absolute dream in ivory. The model and actress hit the carpet in a gorgeous trouser set, topping off the look with a flicky bob - major Margot Robbie vibes! Getty

Model Siena Tainsh turned heads in a bold cobalt two-piece with a playful fluffy hem, accented by crimson pumps and a matching hair ribbon. Her partner AFL player Zane Duursma kept things crisp and classic in a sharp white jacket. Getty Images

Former AFL footballer Miller Bergman and Emily Ryan-King model were there, with Emily serving major Barbie vibes trackside. She sparkled in a bedazzled bodice, completing the look with strappy metallic sandals. Love the giant bow as well! Getty

Influencer Elle Ray looked every bit the Bohemian princess, trackside in an intricate, beaded gown. Her gorgeous dark curls were crowned with a delicate headpiece, offering a romantic spin on race-day headwear. Getty

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All smiles for model and influencer Hannah McKnight, who looked divine in a chic monochrome ensemble. She paired the look with a fluffy shrug and sleek, centre-parted hair. Getty

Racegoer Sarah Green opted for a blue floral mesh dress with an elegant high neckline. She finished the look with a black clutch, slicked-back hair, and simple gold jewellery. Getty Images

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