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Giddy up! Australia’s glitterati get ready for the Melbourne Cup

Talk about fashion on the field... We almost forgot today was about a race!
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Melbourne Cup might be the race that stops the nation, but these stunning looks are certainly stopping us in our tracks!

Australia’s biggest stars are set to head to Flemington race course to show off their stylish looks, royal wedding-worthy fascinators, sky-high heels while watching the 2017 Melbourne Cup.

But before we saddle up, here are all your favourite Aussie celebs getting ready!

The Sunrise stunners

Your favourite Sunrise ladies Edwina Bartholomew, Samantha Armytage and Natalie Barr were up at the crack of dawn to deliver a special edition episode of the breakfast show.

While Ed and Sam focused on the fashion, for Nat Barr it was all about fuelling up with an all important ham and cheese toastie. Genius!

Edwina Bartholemew

Samantha Armytage

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Natalie Barr

Queen of the Cup, Jennifer Hawkins

Jennifer Hawkins is undoubtedly the Queen of Melbourne Cup.

As the face of Myer, the race’s biggest sponsor, the model made sure she was the belle of the ball in the most perfect tulle number.

Her dress is of course by her number one-side kick – Alex Perry.

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Bec Judd

Bec Judd is living by the motto: pretty in pink! From every angle, the mum-of-four is a vision.

Her frock was created by Lolitta and that netted hat is by Danica Erard.

Elyse Knowles

This year’s Block winner Elyse Knowles is reminding everyone that she’s reality TV’s current queen with her very own gold crown!

Her angelic halo is teamed with dreamy make-up.

Sharing a sneak peek of her look from the hair salon and it seems she’s onto another big win!

Rachael Finch

Myer ambassador Rachael Finch is keeping sun-safe and stylish with a huge straw hat, thanks to designer Nerida Winter.

Side-note: we’re obsessed with her glowing, natural make-up.

Kate Waterhouse

It’s pink turban power by Gucci for racing royalty Kate Waterhouse.

Roxy Jacenko

Roxy Jacenko teams up with her got-o hair gurus Toni and Guy for voluminous and bouncy curls.

While her son Hunter models her floral head piece… And we think he rocks it!

Pia Miller

Pia Miller is about make her debut as a newly engaged woman!

No matter what she wears – she already looks phenomenal.

Georgie Gardner

She might not be the new queen of breakfast TV but Georgie Gardener is still reigning with this floral ensemble.

The Bachelor crew

What’s an Aussie sporting event with some ex-Bachie stars plugging their products.

If you’re Tim Robards, you’re reminding everyone the importance of suiting up, while Georgia would Love for your to get a tan.

Georgia Love shared a standard lift selfie ahead of the big day. She may have skipped on the head-piece but she has her favourite accessory in tow… Lee Elliott.

Natalia Cooper

Nine presenter Natalia Cooper is bringing the sunshine to the Cup with her bright yellow dress and the cutest Mimco red bow.

Jodi Gordon

Aleeia would just love how much her mum looks like a mermaid princess!

Donning a flowing ponytail plait, teamed with dewy skin and a pink dress by Australian designer fashion label TALULAH, the actress is going to a stand-out on the field.

Bec Hewitt

The mum-of-three is glam from head-to-toe.

Bec is rocking a Sass and Bide suit and the most incredible hat fro by Matcho Suba The Label, while Lleyton Hewitt keeps it classic in a navy suit.

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