Tailored elegance: Calibre’s tips for the Melbourne Cup Carnival

STYLE INSIGHTS

Lace: Elevate your outfit with a striking twist by incorporating lace elements. From a lace panel blazer to a delicate lace shirt, this fabric adds instant allure to any ensemble.

Modernised proportions and bolder silhouettes: Embrace relaxed tailoring with blazers and pants that create bold, contemporary shapes. The bootcut pants feature an incredible leg shape and a flattering high-rise, making them a standout choice.

Softened tailoring: Experience contemporary elegance with softened shoulders, lightweight fabrics, and elasticated waists.

Restrained approach to colour: Keep the colour palette tightly curated this season.

Minimalist styling, maximalist texture: Opt for clean lines and minimalist styling while allowing textures and proportions to take centre stage.

YOUR CUP WEEK GUIDE

Monochrome magic on Penfolds Victoria Derby Day

A stretch lace shirt beneath a sharply tailored black wool twill suit makes a stunning statement, while the lace panel double-breasted jacket paired with bootcut pants showcases texture and proportion. For a graphic twist, the striped drawstring pants add an unexpected dimension to tailored looks.

Bring out the hero piece for Lexus Melbourne Cup Day

The camel double-breasted blazer is the standout choice, featuring bold black buttons and a rich camel hue. Pair it with bootcut pants and Dylan Chelsea boots for an impactful silhouette. For those looking to make a statement, the seersucker shorts suit will turn heads. Layer this with black and navy for a harmonious balance of silhouette and texture. For a sartorial touch, stick with tonal wool suiting – experiment with shades of the same colour or crisp whites to achieve a sophisticated, tailored aesthetic.

Embrace lightness on Crown Oaks Day

Linen tailoring and neutral tones create a strong foundation for your look, which you can elevate with accessories – a burst of colour through silk ties and pocket squares or rich chocolate woven leather shoes.

The choice on TAB Champions Stakes Day

The unstructured crossweave suit stands out as the perfect pick – soft, light, and uncompromisingly sharp, this suit has a modern edge.