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Here comes race day! The best Melbourne Cup dresses to rent or buy on any budget

Because looking good doesn't have to cost a fortune.
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Melbourne Cup day is fast approaching, with festivities set to explode across the country on Tuesday, November 2.

And now that lockdowns have lifted in just about every state and city across the country, just about every Australian can participate in the celebrations.

That means there’s no better time to update your wardrobe with a brand new frock for race day, or rent something special just for the occasion.

Renting an outfit is a more sustainable option than buying a new frock for every occasion, or you can get on the sustainable fashion trend by reselling your dress after Melbourne Cup day.

Whether you’re looking for an affordable option you can add to your everyday rotation, or something extra special with a matching price tag, we’ve got you sorted.

Keep reading for the best Melbourne Cup day dresses on any budget!

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Dazie Riviera Slip Dress, on sale for $36, from The Iconic.

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Missguided Curve Plus Floral Wrap Midaxi Dress, on sale for $39, from The Iconic.

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City Chic Lost In Love Dress, rent for $39.20, from GlamCorner.

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Missguided Floral Frill Shoulder Tie Maxi Dress, on sale for $41, from The Iconic.

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Estelle Passion Flower Wrap Dress, on sale for $49, from The Iconic.

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Talulah Merengue Mini Dress, rent for $63.20, from GlamCorner.

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Tussah Livia Midi Dress, on sale for $64.98, from The Iconic.

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Love Honor Argento Midi, rent for $79.20, from GlamCorner.

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Talulah Sugar And Spice Midi Dress, rent for $87.20, from GlamCorner.

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Pink Dusk Living Legend Print Dress, on sale for $90, from The Iconic.

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BWLDR Adios Dress, on sale for $90.97, from The Iconic.

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By Johnny Summer Splice Asymmetric Knit Midi, rent for $63.20, from GlamCorner.

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Laura Satin Cowl Ruched Midi Dress, on sale for $99.95, from Forever New.

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Leo Lin Flower Garden Short Dress, rent for $103.20, from GlamCorner.

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Tussah Ciara Mini Dress, $119.95, from The Iconic.

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Moss and Spy Cynthia High Neck Dress, rent for $135.20, from GlamCorner.

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Self Portrait Daisy Lace Midi Dress, rent for $135.20 , from GlamCorner.

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Pink Dusk Are You Jelly Sequin Dress, $149.99, from The Iconic.

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Loridana Flared One Sleeve Bodycon Midi, $159.99, from Forever New.

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Belle & Bloom Summer Storm Midi Dress, $169.95, from The Iconic.

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Opal Bias Cowl Satin Midi Dress, $169.99, from Forever New.

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