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Fashion and divas: Totally insane hats at Melbourne Cup

The Melbourne Cup, the prestigious Australian Thoroughbred horse race, saw racegoers flock the venue in an array of hat designs -- some pretty but many just bizarre. Take a look. A model takes part in a fashion parade in conjunction with the Melbourne Cup on November 1, 2016. (AFP)

Updated on: Nov 03, 2016 6:58 PM IST
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The Melbourne Cup, the prestigious Australian Thoroughbred horse race, saw racegoers flock the venue in an array of hat designs -- some pretty but many just bizarre. Take a look. A model takes part in a fashion parade in conjunction with the Melbourne Cup on November 1, 2016.  (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
Updated on Nov 03, 2016 6:58 PM

The Melbourne Cup, the prestigious Australian Thoroughbred horse race, saw racegoers flock the venue in an array of hat designs -- some pretty but many just bizarre. Take a look. A model takes part in a fashion parade in conjunction with the Melbourne Cup on November 1, 2016. (AFP)

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Racegoers pose for a selfie in front of the Makybe Diva statue at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne. Makybe Diva is the British-bred, Australian-trained Thoroughbred racehorse who became the first horse to win the Melbourne Cup thrice. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Racegoers pose for a selfie in front of the Makybe Diva statue at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne. Makybe Diva is the British-bred, Australian-trained Thoroughbred racehorse who became the first horse to win the Melbourne Cup thrice. (AFP)

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Hats and headresses come in all shapes and sizes. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Hats and headresses come in all shapes and sizes. (AFP)

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'Fashion on the Field' competitors share a laugh at Flemington Racecourse. Don’t miss her nose ring... (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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'Fashion on the Field' competitors share a laugh at Flemington Racecourse. Don’t miss her nose ring... (AFP)

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Racegoers in fancy hats take part in the festivities. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Racegoers in fancy hats take part in the festivities. (AFP)

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Horses, drinks, sunshine and hats make for a fascinating time. Racegoers react as the horses prepare to take to the track during the Melbourne Cup. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Horses, drinks, sunshine and hats make for a fascinating time. Racegoers react as the horses prepare to take to the track during the Melbourne Cup. (AFP)

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When the mood is right, age is hardly a concern -- racegoers arrive for the event. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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When the mood is right, age is hardly a concern -- racegoers arrive for the event. (AFP)

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Girls like hats, no matter what the design. Racegoers react during the event. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Girls like hats, no matter what the design. Racegoers react during the event. (AFP)

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Racegoers pose for a selfie. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Racegoers pose for a selfie. (AFP)

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A model takes part in a fashion parade in conjunction with the event. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A model takes part in a fashion parade in conjunction with the event. (AFP)

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A 'Fashion on the Field' contestant waits for her turn...  (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A 'Fashion on the Field' contestant waits for her turn... (AFP)

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A peacock plume stands out in the midst of red and white. (AFP) expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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A peacock plume stands out in the midst of red and white. (AFP)

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