Celebrities were feeling the full force of the windy weather at the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday as they stepped out at Flemington Race Course.
Model Samantha Harris was one star who struggled with the conditions, experiencing her own Marilyn Monroe moment as she posed for photos.
Dressed in a satin gold dress, the 27-year-old inadvertently flashed more than she bargained for as the adverse conditions claimed its latest victim.
Whoops! Struggling against the windy weather at the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday, Samantha Harris (pictured) tried desperately to prevent a wardrobe malfunction
The stunner tried in vain to prevent a wardrobe malfunction, desperately clutching her frock’s lightweight fabric as it billowed in the wind.
At one point, Samantha was even forced to lean against the wall as she attempted to keep her dress under control.
Her skirt refused to behave, however, and the strong breeze exposed her slender pins to the chilly climate.
Wardrobe malfunction: The frock’s lightweight fabric refused to behave and billowed in the strong breeze
Looking on the bright side: Samantha appeared to take the mishap in her stride
The star seemed to take the mishap in her stride and was snapped appearing to laugh at the turn of events.
In other photos, Samantha appeared to continue to battle the elements as she was interviewed by a woman in a navy dress.
The model kept a firm grip on the side of her outfit lest it be compromised again due to the wayward weather.
With her outfit tamed, the brunette beauty flaunted her gorgeous Zimmerman wrap dress, which was cinched at the waist.
Got it downpat: The model kept a firm grip on the side of her outfit as she was interviewed
Accessorising the look, Samantha opted for a gold antler-inspired head band designed by Keegan Mae Millinery.
She completed the ensemble by adding a black clutch and beige heels.
After recovering from the debacle and situated out of the wind in the Mumm Marquee, Samantha was safe to pose in a more poised position and enjoy quality time with her husband Luke Hunt.
Looking good: Safe from the elements inside the Mumm Marquee, Samantha was able to relax as she posed for photos
Stunning! The 27-year-old opted for a satin gold wrap dress from Zimmerman, which she teamed with a Keegan Mae Millinery head band and beige heels