Plenty of Aussie stars dressed to impress as they took to the major racing tracks to celebrate Derby Day at the Flemington Racecourse on Saturday.
Reality star and socialite Christian Wilkins showed off his quirky style as he arrived to the event in black pants and a layered silk top that wrapped around his hair.
The 28-year-old aspiring actor, who is the son of Nine’s entertainment editor Richard Wilkins, completed his look with a pair of black boots and a simple gold necklace.
Joining Christian was his dad’s colleague Karl Stefanovic, who was all smiles with his glamorous wife Jasmine on his arm.
Jasmine kept her look simple and elegant in a black designer dress which featured sheer material to highlight her fabulous figure.
Christian Wilkins showed off his quirky style as he arrived to the star-studded event in black pants and a layered top that wrapped around his hair
Christian’s famous father Richard Wilkins, 69, and his girlfriend Nicola Dale are pictured
Joining Christian inside The Birdcage was his dad’s colleague Karl Stefanovic, who was all smiles with his glamorous wife Jasmine on his arm
Jesinta Franklin and her husband Buddy looked every inch the glamour couple
She accessorised with a Prada handbag and tied her blonde locks back into a stylish yet casual ponytail.
Christian’s dad Richard Wilkins, 69, also attended with his girlfriend Nicola Dale.
They were also joined by Jesinta Franklin and her husband Buddy, who looked every inch the glamour couple.
The model stunned in a long black blazer dress while the AFL star looked dapper in a black tuxedo.
WAG Rebecca Judd put on a busty display in a strapless corset black dress and a large black hat
Nadia Bartel also made a statement, arriving in a long strapless white dress which features a high slit
Meanwhile, footy WAG Jessie Murphy looked like a real life Barbie doll with her blonde locks cascading down her shoulders.
The 32-year-old was the epitome of pretty elegance in a conservative cream frock and matching heels.
Jessie was joined by fellow WAG Rebecca Judd, who put on a busty display in a strapless corset black dress.
She completed her look with a large black hat and a pair of strappy stilettos.
Alessandra Ambrosio, who was an exclusive guest of the Lexus at the Landmark pavilion, was simply glowing in an all-white ensemble
The international supermodel looked simply sensational as she posed by the media wall
Nadia Bartel also made a statement, arriving in a long strapless white dress which featured a high slit.
Nikki Phillips dressed to impress in a black and white printed dress and black hat as she posed inside the Penfolds marquee.
AFL heartthrob Bailey Smith, 22, courted attention by attending with his stunning girlfriend Gemma Dawkins.
The young couple have been dating for a while, but Derby Day is the first major event they’ve attended together publicly.
They looked completely smitten and stylish, with Bailey rocking a casual grey suit while Gemma was in a black gown with bare shoulders and a pair of dark sunglasses.
AFL heartthrob Bailey Smith, 22, courted attention by attending with his stunning girlfriend Gemma Dawkins
Georgia Love and her husband Lee Elliott embraced one another as they arrived to the Schweppes marquee
Brooke Warne and her boyfriend Alex Heath looked loved-up inside the event
Adding some serious star power to the event was Hollywood icon Matt Damon and his wife Luciana Barroso.
The A-list pair kept away from a lot of the other guests, and instead chose to mingle in a private area alongside Chris Hemsworth’s wife Elsa Pataky and supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio.
They were joined by a few other local names, including Daniel MacPherson.
Luciana showcased her fashion chops by donning a chic frock from n designer Rebecca Vallance.
A-list stars including Alessandra Ambrosio, Matt Damon, Luciana Barroso, and Elsa Pataky gathered inside the Lexus pavilion
Hollywood A-lister Matt Damon (center) tried to keep a low profile by spending time in a private VIP room
Lauren Phillips, Elsa, Luciana, and Pia Whitesell mingled in the VIP area. Luciana noticeably stood out in a Rebecca Vallance frock
Jessica Gomes flaunted her unique sense of style in a black and white polka dot dress with a petticoat and shoulder padding.
The model pulled her long locks back with a headband and wore a natural makeup palette.
Alessandra Ambrosio, who was an exclusive guest of the Lexus at the Landmark pavilion, was simply glowing in an all-white ensemble.
The Victoria’s Secret model, 42, showed off her tiny waist in a figure-hugging dress and coat.
Meanwhile, Rob Mills looked dapper in light beige pants and a black blazer.
The Neighbours star completed his look with a white buttoned shirt and a patterned tie as he smiled on the red carpet.
Jessica Gomes flaunted her unique sense of style in a black and white polka dot dress with a petticoat and shoulder padding
Nikki Phillips dressed to impress in a black and white printed dress and black hat as she posed inside the Penfolds marquee
Rob wasn’t the only Neighbours star in attendance, with series villain Stefan Dennis also showing up.
The 65-year-old donned a traditional men’s suit and added a little fun flair with a floral tie.
Shoe designer and socialite Lana Wilkinson went for a unique look in a little black dress with sheer tulle sleeves and a skirt.
Christian was joined by Rob Mills who looked dapper in light beige pants and a black blazer
Rob wasn’t the only Neighbours star in attendance, with series villain Stefan Dennis also showing up
Derby Day ambassador Demi Brereton, who is the girlfriend of AFL star Jy Simpkin, lapped up the spotlight as she posed up a storm in The Birdcage.
She adjusted her oversized hat and pouted for the cameras before cosying up to Jy.
They were also joined by Yummy Mummies co-stars Rachel Watts and Lorinska Merrington.
Rachel showed off her pins in a mini strapless black dress, stockings and a pair of stilettos.
Footy WAG Jessie Murphy looked like a real life Barbie doll with her blonde locks cascading down her shoulders
Derby Day ambassador Demi Brereton, who is the girlfriend of AFL star Jy Simpkin, lapped up the spotlight as she posed up a storm in the birdcage
Demi adjusted her oversized hat and pouted for the cameras before cosying up to Jy
She tied her locks into a low bun and added a fascinator to her look.
Meanwhile, Lorinska looked glamorous in a long black dress, which featured puff sleeves.
Olivia Molly Rogers also made a style statement in mid black dress, which featured a corset bodice.
She completed her look with a pair of black shoes and carried a sparkly clutch.
The pair were also joined by Yummy Mummies co-stars Rachel Watts and Lorinska Merrington
Olivia Molly Rogers also made a style statement in mid black dress, which featured a corset bodice
Earlier in the day, many WAGS and influencers shared photos to Instagram as they got ready.
Rebecca Judd posted an image of herself sitting in a chair with larger rollers in her hair after completing her makeup.
Erin Holland also shared a selfie while getting ready for the big event from her hotel room.
They were also be joined by Alli Simpson at the event, who showed off her sparkly headband as she got ready ahead of the big racing day.
Rebecca Judd posted an image of herself sitting in a chair with larger rollers in her hair after completing her makeup
Erin Holland also shared a selfie while getting ready for the big event from her hotel room
They were also be joined by Alli Simpson at the event, who showed off her sparkly headband as she got ready ahead of the big racing day
Derby Day is the first day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
The Melbourne Cup is the centrepiece of the Flemington carnival and it has always been a race that has stopped a nation.
It follows the tradition of English racetrack Royal Ascot, where top hats and tails, and black and white attire are required.
Like every spring racing event there was no shortage of eye-catching fashions on the field at the event.