Three body beautiful tips for race day

Do you remember Jean Shrimpton? She was the model that caused a major stir by rocking a frock that finished above the knee (and no gloves!) to the 1965 Melbourne Cup Carnival.

Luckily, women these days have a lot more freedom in the wardrobe department, which is great – because there are just so many amazing knee-skimming frocks to be worn.

That doesn’t mean you can’t stop traffic, though. A trim and toned body with the right accessories is sure to set off any race day dress and get people talking. Discover which products you need to ensure you turn heads for the right reasons on race day…

LET YOUR HANDS DO THE TALKING

Historic racing events such as Royal Ascot saw ladylike essentials like fascinators and knee-length gloves become very popular. These days, fascinators are still very much a race day must-have, but gloves have declined in popularity. It’s a shame, isn’t it? As not only did a good pair of silk or lace gloves add a degree of elegance to your look, they also protected your hands from a long day out in the sun, too. If you didn’t know already, your hands are one of the first places to show the signs of ageing. Just like with the skin on your face, the sun is one of the biggest ageing culprits, so it’s important to stay protected.

Try: Elixia® Hand Revitalising Cream + Sunscreen. This nourishing anti-ageing hand cream has been formulated with almond oil to improve skin firmness, while protecting it from the sun’s rays.

MAKE SURE YOUR PINS LOOK RIGHT

Nothing would make Jean Shrimpton more proud than a fantastic set of pins that look long, lean and beautiful. In order to achieve legs like this, you should have a few leg-perfecting products on hand in the lead-up to race day. A good exfoliator, a nourishing body moisturiser and a good faux glow are the no-fail dream team. Not only will these steps help to give you super soft, perfect-looking skin, but they’ll help make your legs look trim and toned, too!

Try: Mancine Hot Salt Scrub, People for Plants Ginkgo, Coconut & Shea Body Creamand Le Tan Wash Off Bronze

DON’T LET YOUR FEET LET YOU DOWN

Is there anything worse than high heels that are so high they hinder your ability to walk once you’re half-way through the day? That’s the thing with a killer pair of heels; they’re true to their name and can make standing around all day a living nightmare. What you need is a product that can help to provide adequate cushioning, so that your feet don’t get fed up and begin to ache just as you’re really starting to enjoy yourself.

Try: Scholl Party Feet Invisible Gel Cushions. These invisible cushions slide discreetly into your shoes to provide a comfortable gel padding to the ball of your foot. The cushion will help prevent your feet from aching and will ease the burning feeling that wearing high heels for too long can cause.

What’s your best tip for creating a beautiful body? How do you make yourself feel most beautiful?