Sydney's Spring Pinnacle – The Everest Carnival 2024 Style Guide
The Everest Carnival is Sydney’s style crescendo — a celebration that stretches across the season, each race day offering its own rhythm, personality, and invitation to dress at your most confident. From the electric atmosphere of Everest Day itself to the refined glamour of Golden Eagle Day, the carnival is a showcase of fashion at full gallop.
This year’s Racing Fashion Weekly Everest Carnival Style Guide distils the essence of each day into looks that embody elegance, individuality, and modern racewear excellence.
The Mood: Dynamic, Diverse, and Unapologetically Chic
Sydney’s spring racing scene demands versatility — and the Everest Carnival delivers it in spades. Our 2024 curation celebrates:
- Vivid colour stories — from zesty citrus to jewel-toned emeralds and amethysts
- Statement millinery — sculptural brims, feathered fascinators, and architectural headpieces
- Polished details — jewellery, clutches, and heels that complete the ensemble with intention
Key Looks from the 2024 Guide
- Everest Day: Bold silhouettes in chartreuse, saffron, and fuchsia; sleek black accessories; millinery that makes a statement without overpowering.
- Spring Champion Stakes: Soft romance with pastels and florals, anchored by delicate jewellery and ladylike clutches.
- Golden Eagle Day: Metallics as the new neutral — gold and silver tones layered with fresh cream or jet black for high contrast.
- Big Dance Day: Playful stripes, lighter fabrics, and youthful accessories for a relaxed yet refined celebration.
Millinery & Accessories
Millinery for the Everest Carnival balances artistry and wearability:
- Awon Golding & Ford Millinery pieces adding sculptural impact
- Felicity Northeast hats for timeless polish
- Feather detailing and unexpected textures for visual intrigue
Accessories lean towards clean lines, bold finishes, and an element of sparkle — perfect for catching Sydney’s spring light.
The RFW Everest Carnival Edit
Our 2024 guide features designs from Oscar de la Renta, Scanlan Theodore, Rachel Gilbert, Greta Constantine, Leo Lin, Self-Portrait, and Rodarte, paired with accessories from Jimmy Choo, Valentino Garavani, Manolo Blahnik, Paspaley, and Cartier.
Each outfit has been thoughtfully composed to suit the pace and personality of its race day, ensuring you can move effortlessly from champagne toast to photo finish.
The Verdict
The Everest Carnival is your opportunity to step out in unapologetic style — to embrace colour, structure, and accessories that feel celebratory. Whether you’re front-row in the Members’ or hosting your own trackside-inspired lunch, our 2024 guide ensures your look is as memorable as the day’s racing.