Femme Connection’s Spring Races Dresses Australia & NZ

If you were wondering where to buy a race dress online, you’ve come to the right place! Femme Connection serves up a broad collection of spring carnival dresses each year, and this year, we don’t disappoint! We make it easy for you to buy a race dress online, as we have an ample supply of spring carnival dress styles available, in a multitude of colours, prints and designs. 

We also stock spring racing dresses in a range of sizes, with figure-hugging and loose-fitting styles in the mix. You’re certain to find a frock that’s both beautiful and comfortable.

We can post spring races dresses to locations within Australia and New Zealand, and offer free Australia-wide shipping on orders over $75.

Not a racing fan? It’s still worth checking out our race dresses online, as they are also perfect options for a range of other events. Wear them to engagement parties, baby showers, weddings, work parties and date nights!

Let’s look at some of the women’s races dresses you should absolutely consider for the season!

Dresses for the Races

Floral Dresses

When you think of races dresses in Australia, it’s likely the first thing you’ll picture is a floral dress. Floral dresses are a common choice for many race day events, and in particular, on Oaks Day at Flemington racecourse, floral dresses are almost expected.

Femme Connection serves up a wide assortment of floral dresses, some of which are absolutely appropriate for the spring racing events. In particular, look out for floral dresses with a structured design, such as midi and maxi dresses with a waist belt that helps to create a flattering silhouette. Also look for attributes that lift the dress out of the ordinary. Feminine flourishes, like lace, frills, ruffles, pleats, tiered layers and puff sleeves will all add to the overall ‘special’ vibe. 

Remember, dressing for the races tends to lean on the formal side, and modesty dressing is preferred. That’s why midi floral dresses and maxi length floral dresses are an easy choice.

Black & White Spring Racing Dresses

If you’re attending Derby Day, you’ll need a dress in either black or white, or a combination of both. Femme Connection has a variety of white and black dresses on offer, as well as duochrome dresses such as black dresses with white flower prints, and vice versa. Do a quick search for black and white dresses and you’ll find something perfect, we promise!

Unique Spring Racing Dresses

On Melbourne Cup Day, it’s all about having fun with your frock, and even being a bit experimental. Also, your head piece is supremely important, so whether you choose to wear a hat, a fascinator, a crown or a scarf, you need to take the time to coordinate your head piece with your spring racing dress. Femme Connection makes it easy, by offering you a wide range of gorgeous occasion dresses, cocktail dresses, modest dresses, wrap dresses and floral dresses for you to choose from. With this variety of choices, you can curate exactly the Cup Day outfit you desire!

Cocktail Dresses

The classic cocktail fits in perfectly at spring racing carnival events, especially if you’re in member areas. Cocktail dresses tend to be a flattering length for most (between knee and mid-calf) and in chic and timeless designs. They also tend to be made with fabrics that appear a little more deluxe than the fabric in your average day dress, so they have a polished edge that allows them to fit in at semi-formal to formal occasions. The cocktail dress you choose for the spring races will also likely serve you well for other occasions, as they are just such a versatile garment.

Choosing the Right Spring Races Dress

When you are deciding on a spring races dress, follow these tips:

• Check the dress code of the racing venue you’re attending. You can also easily do an online search for standard women’s attire for particular race days, such as Stakes Day, Derby Day, Cup Day, Oaks Day and any race days happening in your neck of the woods. To make your life easy, just follow the dress codes. You’ll look super great without any worries about fashion faux pas!
• Remember that spring can be warm, so you want lightweight and breathable dresses. Viscose, linen and cotton are great options. If you’re opting for a synthetic fabric dress, such as polyester, just remember the deodorant! Or else choose a sleeveless option for airflow to the underarms.
• Buy an accurate size! Femme Connection offers helpful information on our sizing, so get out the tape measure and note down your measurements before you select a size. An oversized dress will look less than chic, and an undersized dress will look and feel tight. Nobody wants that!
• Don’t forget outerwear! The spring racing carnival is notorious for unpredictable weather, especially in the southern states. So bring a coat, blazer or cardigan to keep you warm if it becomes cold. Check out our Wear-to-Work and Occasionwear collections for pieces that might work well with your spring racing dress.
• We don’t see shoes, but you’d be wise to opt for footwear that doesn’t absolutely kill your footsies! And whilst those stilettos might look fabulous with your dress, you’ll lose the heels on the lawn, so perhaps opt for wedges instead?

Need a Race Day Dress?

Take the time to peruse our collection of chic and pretty spring racing dresses. We offer dresses in size 8-18, and free shipping for purchases over $75 within Australia. Buy your spring racing dresses online with Femme Connection today!