Spring Racing Accessory Trends 2025
• The top accessory trends for the spring races in 2025 are pearl accessories, sculptural headpieces, statement bags and metallic jewellery.
• A hat, a headband or a fascinator are all great accessories for the spring races.
• A clutch or a small crossbody bag is a great bag choice for the races & block heels, wedges and mules are a great shoe choice.
• Look for bold colours, black & white jewels, metallic tones & florals when choosing your spring race day acecessories.
When it comes to the spring races your dress is key but your accessories also count when tying your whole look together. The spring racing season is always the best time to experiment with new and exciting trends - think bold and unique colour pairings in your jewellery and a modern take on traditional hair accessories. Branch out, and instead of wearing a fascinator or hat, try hair clips and hair pins and jewelled trinkets.
There are five big race days that call for strict dress codes. Go for bold colours at the Melbourne Cup and the Caulfield Cup. Choose pearl accessories and black and white jewels on Derby Day and more subtle gems on Stakes Day. Finally, pull out those pastels and floral accessories on Oaks Day.
What are the top accessory trends for spring racing 2025?
This year, spring racing accessory trends will combine the classic and the modern. Think pearl accessories, sculptural headpieces, statement bags, metallic jewellery and chic sunglasses.
Should I wear a hat, a headband or a fascinator to the races?
A hat, headband and fascinator are all perfect options for a spring race day. The choice can depend on your race day outfit. A hat is considered a timeless option, a headband is modern yet classic and a fascinator is sculptural and contemporary.
Can I wear metallic accessories to the races?
Metallic accessories are a perfect option for the spring races. Metallics, such as gold, silver and bronze, would be the perfect addition to a black and white outfit for Derby Day or a pastel or floral printed dress for Oaks Day.
How do I match my accessories to my race day dress?
The best way to match your accessories to your race day dress is by colour. You can match blue earrings with a blue dress, or you can contrast colours by choosing a green headband and a pink dress.
What kind of bag should I bring to the races?
A clutch or a small crossbody bag is a great bag choice for the races. You don't want to choose a bag that is too large as you will need to carry it around with you, but you still want to choose a bag that will fit everything you need for the race day.
What shoes should I wear to the spring races?
It is best to avoid stiletto heels if you will be walking on the grass during the race day, block heels, wedges and mules are a great shoe choice for the races.
Bold Colours
Bold and colourful accessories are the perfect choice for the spring races. The Caulfield Cup dress code and the Melbourne Cup dress code call for colourful and experimental looks. Gem tones and bright neons are the perfect choice for accessories for these two race days. Opt for some bright pink earrings and a matching pink headband, or do a bold colour contrast with two completely opposite colours.
Black & White Jewels
Derby Day calls for a strict black and white dress code. Your hair accessories and jewellery for Derby Day should steer towards these shades and a perfect and oh so glamourous option is pearls. Pearls are classic and chic and are made for your Derby Day look. You can also choose to wear a satin black or ivory headband, or a netted headpiece to take your look up a notch.
Sharp Metallic Tones
Metallic accessories and hardware for your jewellery will never go astray in your race day look. The perfect accessories for any race day but particularly for Stakes Day, which is a little more casual, and Derby Day, as gold and silver jewellery is a great contrast again black and white. Pair your metallic earrings with metallic headbands, or with sparkly and brightly coloured headbands for a sharp look.
Floral Motifs
Freshly picked florals are as spring time as you can get, and are obviously perfect for the spring time races. Florals and pastels are a match made in heaven and were made for the Oaks Day dress code which calls for looks that are all about romance and femininity. Choose jewellery or headbands that are inspired by whimsy and spring time.
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Updated on 29/08/2025
