Derby Day revellers don’t let weather dampen their spirits

As the excitement of Derby Day came to a close on Saturday, punters at Flemington appeared eager to keep the party going.

Despite a cold and blistery start to the Spring Carnival on Saturday, hundreds of thousands of revellers turned out to celebrate Ace High’s triumphant win.

But as the sun began to set the attention soon turned from the track to the frivolities, as racegoers let their hair down after a day of lucky wins and unfortunate losses.

As the excitement of Derby Day came to a close on Saturday, punters at Flemington appeared eager to keep the party going, including one ‘bride-to-be’ who had spent the day collecting signatures

One group of girls chose to celebrate their day with a quick kiss and a glass of bubbles, as a rare moment of sunshine broke through the dreary weather

One group of girls chose to celebrate their day with a quick kiss and a glass of bubbles, as a rare moment of sunshine broke through the dreary weather

As the day wore on some racing fans appeared a little under the weather, with one person requiring a sit-down as friends tended to them

As the day wore on some racing fans appeared a little under the weather, with one person requiring a sit-down as friends tended to them

The drinks were flowing as the attention turned from the track to the frivolities, following Ace High's win in the Victorian Derby

The drinks were flowing as the attention turned from the track to the frivolities, following Ace High’s win in the Victorian Derby

One man decided to get up close and personal with one of the statues at the venue following his day out at Flemington

One man decided to get up close and personal with one of the statues at the venue following his day out at Flemington

Race fans enthusiastically cheered on the horses in the ninth race of Derby Day, shielding their eyes from the sun

Race fans enthusiastically cheered on the horses in the ninth race of Derby Day, shielding their eyes from the sun

Among the revellers was one lucky ‘bride-to-be’, who had been collecting colourful signatures on her body throughout the day.

While another group of girls celebrated their day with a quick kiss and a glass of bubbles as a rare moment of sunshine broke through.

Plenty of patrons stuck to the the event’s traditional black and white theme, donning classy suits and frocks. 

But many of the designer clothes looked a little worse-for-wear by the end of the day as people indulged in some of the many culinary creations on offer. 

Plenty of patrons stuck to the the event's traditional black and white theme, donning classy suits and frocks

But many of the designer clothes looked a little worse-for-wear by the end of the day as people indulged in some of the many culinary creations on offer

Plenty of patrons stuck to the the event’s traditional black and white theme, donning classy suits and frocks

One racegoer stuck to theme in a simple black number as she devoured a tasty treat trackside

One racegoer stuck to theme in a simple black number as she devoured a tasty treat trackside

Tucking into the delicious food, the huge crowds could also be seen loosening up with a glass or can in their hands

Tucking into the delicious food, the huge crowds could also be seen loosening up with a glass or can in their hands

Rocking the traditional black-and-white numbers associated with Derby Day, two women also donned sunglasses to keep the glare at bay

Rocking the traditional black-and-white numbers associated with Derby Day, two women also donned sunglasses to keep the glare at bay

Tucking into the delicious food, the huge crowds could also be seen loosening up with a glass or can in their hands.

However, the big crowds and the abundant food caused some problems, with trash littering the grounds following the day’s events.

Eager seagulls could be seen swooping in to try their luck with the leftovers, as the day drew to an end.

The race day appeared to prove too much for one pair, who were spotted stooped to the ground with their hands on their heads

The race day appeared to prove too much for one pair, who were spotted stooped to the ground with their hands on their heads

Eager seagulls could be seen swooping in to try their luck with the leftovers, as the day drew to an end

Eager seagulls could be seen swooping in to try their luck with the leftovers, as the day drew to an end

One lady in a stylish black and white combination was among those who took a spill on the steps at the racetrack

One lady in a stylish black and white combination was among those who took a spill on the steps at the racetrack

Some people took an unfortunate tumble though, including one man who enjoyed a helping hand from friends to get back up

Some people took an unfortunate tumble though, including one man who enjoyed a helping hand from friends to get back up

While a woman in a classic black-and-white pinstripe play-suit was assisted in her predicament by a friendly security guard

The kind gentleman even assisted the punter with retrieving her bag

While a woman in a classic black-and-white pinstripe play-suit was assisted in her predicament by a friendly security guard

A punter dressed in a stylish blue suit could be spotted trying to get off the ground after falling over at the Flemington track

A punter dressed in a stylish blue suit could be spotted trying to get off the ground after falling over at the Flemington track

Others took an unfortunate tumble onto the ground, including one man who enjoyed a helping hand from friends to get back up.

While a woman in a classic black-and-white pinstripe play-suit was assisted in her predicament by a friendly security guard.

Making the most of their day, groups of friends posed playfully for pictures and selfies as they enjoyed the sunnier moments.

Two enthusiastic guys were caught posing with the statue of racing legend Bart Cummings at the venue

Two enthusiastic guys were caught posing with the statue of racing legend Bart Cummings at the venue

A pair of women dressed in short black dresses enjoyed the post-race fun, with one of the girls kicking off her heels

A pair of women dressed in short black dresses enjoyed the post-race fun, with one of the girls kicking off her heels

Making the most of their day, groups of friends posed playfully for pictures  as they enjoyed the event's sunnier moments

Making the most of their day, groups of friends posed playfully for pictures as they enjoyed the event’s sunnier moments

One man had some fun with the beautiful blossoms on show at the racetrack, pretending to bite into the bright flower

One man had some fun with the beautiful blossoms on show at the racetrack, pretending to bite into the bright flower

One smiling punter grinned for a selfie as another pair showed off their pearly whites amidst the thousand-strong crowd

One smiling punter grinned for a selfie as another pair showed off their pearly whites amidst the thousand-strong crowd

The grounds appeared littered with rubbish following the frivolities, as people packed up their chairs and blankets

The grounds appeared littered with rubbish following the frivolities, as people packed up their chairs and blankets

While there were no international stars on the Derby Day guest list, plenty of Australian exports flew in.

Actress Melissa George and models Shanina Shaik and Robyn Lawley were among the big names who showed off their fashionable flair.

While Natalie Imbruglia also performed her hit song Torn, which celebrates its 20th birthday this year, in the Sensis marquee. 

A woman looked a little tired as she was escorted from the track by friends after the long day at the races on Saturday

A woman looked a little tired as she was escorted from the track by friends after the long day at the races on Saturday

One group played up for the cameras, giving a thumbs up as they prepared to head home from following the final race

One group played up for the cameras, giving a thumbs up as they prepared to head home from following the final race

Groups gathered amid the trash on the lawns following the finish of he races, with many of the girls trading their heels for barefeet

Groups gathered amid the trash on the lawns following the finish of he races, with many of the girls trading their heels for barefeet

While another overzealous pair were all smiles as they posed together, drinks in hand

While another overzealous pair were all smiles as they posed together, drinks in hand

As the long day drew to a close, many used the opportunity to let their hair down, including one man who rocked a long hair-do

As the long day drew to a close, many used the opportunity to let their hair down, including one man who rocked a long hair-do

Although many of the girls opted against removing their footwear, plenty could be seen taking a break on colourful rugs on the grass

Although many of the girls opted against removing their footwear, plenty could be seen taking a break on colourful rugs on the grass

As the long day drew to a close, many used the opportunity to let their hair down, including one man who rocked a long hair-do.

Although many of the girls opted against removing their footwear, plenty could be seen taking a break on colourful rugs on the grass.

The event comes as the city gears up for the prestigious Melbourne Cup, which is due to be run on November 7.

Cuddling for warmth: Many of the attendees, who plan their outfit months in advance, would have been chilly on the cool Spring day

Cuddling for warmth: Many of the attendees, who plan their outfit months in advance, would have been chilly on the cool Spring day

Slushies anyone? The frozen ice drink was on hand despite the cooler weather

Slushies anyone? The frozen ice drink was on hand despite the cooler weather

Ka-pow! Ladies who stuck to the traditional Derby Days of black and white were still a knockout on the field 

Ka-pow! Ladies who stuck to the traditional Derby Days of black and white were still a knockout on the field 

Rain, rain, go away! A group of ladies put up their clear umbrellas to avoid the seasonal downpour

Rain, rain, go away! A group of ladies put up their clear umbrellas to avoid the seasonal downpour

There were roses a-plenty at the annual racing day, with two girls choosing to sit down and rest their feet

There were roses a-plenty at the annual racing day, with two girls choosing to sit down and rest their feet

It's almost time for a refill! Lace was a popular fabric on the field this year

It’s almost time for a refill! Lace was a popular fabric on the field this year

Necklaces and sunglasses where you used to complete the fashionable looks

Necklaces and sunglasses where you used to complete the fashionable looks

Men have been spotted in suits and superhero costumes on what is expected to be the coldest Spring Carnival weather in 23 years

Men have been spotted in suits and superhero costumes on what is expected to be the coldest Spring Carnival weather in 23 years

Is that The Wiggles? These guys were keen for a day of laughs as they donned spectacular fluorescent suits

Is that The Wiggles? These guys were keen for a day of laughs as they donned spectacular fluorescent suits

Doing the bend and snap! Arms were flailing in this photo of young friends

Doing the bend and snap! Arms were flailing in this photo of young friends

Cat woman, is that you? Fancy dress ups seemed to be the order of the day for this group

Cat woman, is that you? Fancy dress ups seemed to be the order of the day for this group

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