If you told me 3 years ago that I’d be wearing a headpiece, going to the Melbourne Cup, or meeting Mischa Barton, I would have laughed so hard you would have joined me in cacophonous cackles. That’s right, this little blogger has never been to the Melbourne Cup Carnival ever. Nup. Zilch. Nada. I couldn’t count my Irish blessings enough when yesterday I had the opportunity to attend the Race that stops this nation. And Cup Day sure met my expectations! The wind (aka Direct-Service-to-Flemington-train) carried us swiftly (and compactly, sardine style) to the race-grounds and back. Although the rain did fall softly upon my Karen Millen frock, the sun’s warm rays erased their stains. We spent the day celeb-watching in the Irish-themed Emirates marquee (trying to guess their names…man I need to start watching TV), admiring the fantastical outfits ladies donned for Fashion on the Field, and helping reduce waiters’s loads by eating all of the canapés. Oh, and I got to meet Mischa Barton.
[spoiler title=”中文版”]如果三年前你告诉我我会参加墨尔本的赛马节，于我小时候心爱的明星碰面，我决不会相信你。之先我从来没参加过Flemington的赛马节。昨天我非常蒙福参加了澳洲最著名的赛马节。它比我想象得还棒！我们乘了火车到达了Flemington，虽然很拥挤但也挺热闹的。刚下了火车就开始下雨，但很快太阳又露了头，它温暖的光让我淋透的Karen Millen裙子恢复原样。我们在爱尔兰主题式的Emirates帐篷里注视名人，其实许多我都认不出因为我不怎么看电视，欣赏大家穿的时装，品尝一道又一道的爱尔兰美食。[/spoiler]
Karen Millen dress / Self-made headband / Goldie Cuff / Vintage Shades. Earrings & Bag / Scooter heels
3 years ago I would have wet myself if I came 1km away from Mischa Barton, and the sun’s warm rays would not have lent their hands… Meeting my teenage-girl-crush (I was on Team Marissa from Day One) and the lady who fuelled my love for fashion face-to-face made me realise one thing: I am so ridiculously blessed. Super thanks to Emily, Georgina and Jess for making this girl’s wildest dreams come true, and hubby, for being the best date/photographer. So Mischa, until we meet again (I’d see you at the Luncheon today but I’m vetting), may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
[spoiler title=”中文版”]三年前如果明星Mischa Barton站在一里以外我都会激动地发抖，或变得哑口无言，但昨天，她站在我的旁边，我一点都没有惊慌，还问她要了一张照片：）好像一场梦。非常感谢Emily, Georgina和 Jess让我们有这惊人难忘的经历。也谢谢丈夫拍了那么多漂亮的照片。感谢神又一次出乎我们意料地祝福我们。[/spoiler]
Such an elegant event. Love your dress and tiara!
You look absolutely stunning – elegant, ladylike, and like you’re enjoying what you’re wearing which is surely the main thing! Definitely one of the most stylish there.
Ps. I am so going to try to make a headband like yours!
Cheers Claire! Any dress with stretch in it is a friend indeed :) The headband was easy- I found a black one in the opshop and then just sewed some of my broken jewellery on it :D
nice post. love it
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Such a cool experience! You look so elegant!
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indeed- way cool! So many fashionistas and celebs!! xx
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You look fantastic, love the red dress and your headband is the perfect accessory :)
Really like looking at everyone’s race day photos – so many pretty dresses. Looks like such a fun event, and so exciting you got to rub shoulders with celebs too :)
thank you Mica! I was super pleased with the headband- I was so blessed to find a random black satin one in the opshop and just popped all of my old broken jewellery on it :) Ah I was so blessed!
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thank you sweet one :)
Looks like you had way too much fun Cecylia! LOVE the photo of you & Micah. xx
lol Rina, I sure did!! We had an absolute ball!! LOVE the Races :)
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I would die if I met Mischa Barton! Hahaha I was a die-hard OC fan!
Great coverage!
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me too Bonnie! I loved the OC and watched it every week :D