The Melbourne Cup has become the gold standard of racing fashion around the world and the 2013 race day did not disappoint.

US model Kate Upton stole the show with her red, thigh skimming Antonio Berardi dress, but model Coco Rocha and burlesque star Dita Von Teese were equally captivating to style watchers.

The Fashions on the Field entrants were also true beauties, with prints and bright colour the sartorial choice of the day.

Scroll through the gallery above for the best of the Cup’s fashion.