Last Saturday 1st March, Style Stakes made its return for Emirates Super Saturday, one of the most anticipated dates on the horse racing calendar!
Horses, haute couture, and head-turning hats – Dubai’s most glam race day made a comeback and it was bigger and better than ever!
All eyes were on the iconic Meydan Racecourse, while fashionistas wowed at the Style Stakes sponsored by Emaar, blending world-class horseracing with next-level fashion moments at the Style Stakes.
Think fierce competition (not just on the track btw) on the runway, as Dubai’s most stylish crew stepped up for a chance to claim the spotlight, with the hopes of winning a coveted spot in the Style Stakes finale at the upcoming Dubai World Cup on 5th April.
These guests caught the vibe and brought their A-game, securing prizes in the following categories:
Best Dressed Lady: Lan Stanley
Best Dressed Man: Abdulla Khamis
Best Dressed Couple: Nicola & Chris Weare
Best Hat: Irene Feeney
Best Traditional Outfit: Sandra Maina
Who participated in the judging panel? Well, none other than some absolute fashion powerhouses, like Elena Marinoni, Sara Tamimi, Sarah Silsbury, Kim Fletcher, and Fidaa Badour, handing out these awards for the jaw-dropping looks that ticked every box.
Winners took home some seriously luxe prizes. Yes, the bragging rights are majorrrr, but the prizes? They’re even better. Prizes included U Points by Emaar, Skywards Miles, Clarins vouchers, Moksyz, Serapian Milano, and Electimuss London and luxury overnight stays.
In case you didn’t get the memo, fashion is not just about the fits, it’s about the finishing touches, and this year, Dubai Racing Club’s Millinery Exhibition is giving guests the ultimate hat-shopping experience.
Featuring internationally iconic hat designers like Vivien Sheriff, Kim Fletcher and Evelyn McDermott, you can still explore this exclusive showcase on the 7th and 14th of March, at Concourse 3. So if you’re still searching for the ✨perfect statement fascinator✨, you know where to go.
Leading influencers such as Mina AlSamarrai and Tamarah Kabbani were also spotted amongst the crowd.
So, whether you’re opting to rock a statement fascinator, a dapper suit, or a dress worthy of a runway debut, the upcoming Dubai World Cup on April 5th is your moment to own the spotlight.
For the latest updates and upcoming events, follow @racingdubai on Instagram.