The people of Perth pulled out all the colourful fashion trends for a day of celebrating Melbourne Cup at events held around our city.

Thousands of punters swarmed Ascot Racecourse which opened at 8.30am to people racing to get bets on and where the drinks were flowing well before lunchtime.

Meanwhile on Riverside Drive, Suited Events took over The Kingsman — an open-air venue next to the Supreme Court Gardens — for a day of entertainment and fashion shows.

More than 2500 guests enjoyed live sets from Felix the Band, Tara Del Borello and several DJs.

Celebrations extended after sunset at Steve’s in Nedlands thanks to DJ Manr who kept the good vibes flowing after guests indulged in oysters, sushi, sashimi and champagne.

West Coast Eagles stars Harley Reid, Liam Baker and Jack Graham we

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