Thinking about your ensemble for the Spring Racing Carnival? Don't worry - you don't need to be a thoroughbred like former Miss Universe Jennifer Hawkins to turn the heads of the colts on-course.

That's because flowing maxi dresses are set to make a big comeback this season.

Hawkins visited Brisbane today, talking fashion and meeting hoards of fans at the Myer store at Chermside.

As the face of the Myer Spring/Summer collections, Hawkins had a few hot tips to share when it came to staying chic for the carnival.

Simple sixties elegance with a hit of feminine charm was the season's forecasted fashion themes; Hawkins herself epitomising the trends in two different spring frocks from the new Myer range.

Both ensembles were entirely girly, with sky high hemlines and fabulous heels.

The fresh and flirtatiously glamorous look also translated to hair and headwear - with Hawkins herself admitting she was not a fan of fascinators, which were popular in 2006.

A great hat or a head of flawless hair were her suggestions for the style savvy, a point reiterated by stylist Steven Mena, who created Hawkins' look for the day.

Soft curls, free form and a natural shape were his season predictions, recommending the hair conscious steer clear of stiff structure and dead straight styles.

Makeup was similarly unfussy, with Mena using neutral tones to craft Hawkin's smoky-eyed, sun-kissed, very natural look.

Of course, when opting for a barely-there face, the power of powder cannot be underestimated in maintaining that much desired dewy finish.

To this end, Mena recommended a fresh and shine-free look accompanied by a handbag packed with a trusted compact, eye pencil and gloss.

Hawkins was excited with the new season's trends and the upcoming carnival, which will go ahead in Brisbane despite the horse flu crisis.

And punters needn't worry this season when it comes to navigating race tracks (a minefield for the stilettoed fashionista) - because when it comes to shoes, wedged heels win by the length of the home straight.

Source: Brisbane Times.com