Jean Shrimpton - Derby Day Scandal 1965

Being born and schooled in Melbourne, it’s steeped in tradition to the point where it gets under your skin. So when I heard about the “Miniskirt affair ” at the 1965 Derby Day I did laugh!

British model Jean Shrimpton, caused a scandal on Derby Day

Jennifer Hawkins Derby Day 2006

bywearing a white miniskirt with a hemline four inches above the knee. So this became known as the “Miniskirt Affair” and inspired young women around the country to take up the new fashion.  Although Jennifer Hawkins was probably not born yet, its great to see the tradition of Derby Day upheld by famous Australian models.

For a tribute to Jean Shrimpton, view her video clip at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewLqC9Hi1fM