I love an excuse to get all dressed up, who doesn’t! The Ballarat Cup seemed like the perfect opportunity to mix fashion and a family outing.
As regular Melbourne race goer’s years ago (pre-children) the thrill of a new frock and fascinator for each race day was intoxicating; these days quite frankly the budget isn’t there to go all out on a race day outfit. With a brood of kids in tow it’s about a balance of keeping the kids entertained (and contained) and doing something enjoyable for us adults, so it was exciting to have a family friendly event we could enjoy all together.
I had a gorgeous Carla Zampatti leopard print maxi skirt I picked up second-hand for a bargain, that’s been screaming out to be worn. Unfortunately, it was a smidge on the tight side so i took it to local designer Kat Pengelly from Koshka and she worked her magic…even adding a girls best friend, pockets!
Kat also offered a piece from her latest collection ‘Brave Fortune’ to wear, a lovely reversible cowl neck top (love a versatile garment!). She even whipped up a clutch for me too. Phew, stress taken out of the decision on outfit!
I didn’t plan on entering Fashions on the Field, but a few girlfriends coerced me into joining them. So next dilemma, what head piece shall i wear? Luckily local milliner Faith from Feathers by Faith stepped in to save the day. Well, said girlfriends all bailed on the day (hmm…) but I did feel proud to enter ‘Local Lady of the Day’ supporting local designers.
It was also lovely to bump into fellow local bloggers Finding Femme and Goldfields Girls and some lovely women, who introduced themselves as fans from Instagram, and many other local women dressing up for the occasion.
I felt extra special having my make up and hair done by local make up artist Brooke Fiddaman Thank you again!
Kids horse racing!
There were some spectacular fashions and we all had a wonderful family day out!
Stephanie xx
Disclaimer – I was lent the above items to wear to the Ballarat Cup and show to you, my readers.
Looks like a gorgeous day out and that skirt was a fabulous find!!
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Wasn’t it Beth, for $10 I could not say no even though it didn’t fit 🙂
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You looked amazing! Such a gorgeous skirt. So glad you could get it adjusted to fit. That top is so gorgeous too. xo
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Thanks Bron! It was such a lucky find.
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Such a fabulous outfit, so different to the norm! Leopard is a classic in my opinion.
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Thanks Emma, yes wanted to go with something different from the high street and loved that I had local designers and creators come on board!
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You work the fascinator so well! My regret now is not attending as so many gorgeous ladies I know from the Facebook world were there including you. Next year!!! Xxx
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Thank you so much Faith, it was a wonder addition to the outfit. Yes lots of Insta/FB friends to meet in real life was fabulous!
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You look gorgeous in this! Great find xx
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Thank you! Who doesn’t love a designer bargain hey?!
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Wow! such a beautiful outfit!! Simple, but oh so glamorous!
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Thanks Laura, yes no fuss but striking!
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Finding a combo of fun for the adults and the kids is not easy! Looks fun
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Oh it is! We always threaten the kids with a winery trip if they whinge about something with a balance for the both of us like this event Karly, hehe.
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Love love love race days! I am a fashions on the field coordinator for our local country race day here in Goondiwindi! It is such a fun day!
Mel xx || Loads of Lifestyle
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Oh wow Mel, do you get to enter yourself too? Country races are just so much fun and great family events, not too crowded and plenty of other families for the kids and adults to have fun!
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Love your outfit and the headpiece just pulls it all together. Looks like a fab day!
Di from Max The Unicorn
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Thanks Di, the sun came out especially I think. Yes that fascinator is just beautiful isn’t it?
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You look gorgeous.. what a beautiful outfit and the weather looks amazing. I didn’t end up going to any of the race days this year.
Kerri @ Beauty & Things
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This was the first year at the races for a while for us, lots of fun!
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A lovely post with so much details 🙂 Your outfit is so on point! 😀
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Thank you, it’s lots of fun finding treasures you don’t have to spend a fortune on 🙂
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That is a lovely headpiece!
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Thank you Leah, I love the night the feathers give me!
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