FASHIONS ON THE FIELD 2021
Just one of the many attractions of the Birdsville Races – don’t miss your opportunity to pose on stage at the Fashions on the Field in 2021. A fun event for the whole family and the chance to win some amazing prizes.
Friday 3 September
Registration from 12 noon
Including pre-registrations for Saturday until 4pm (recommended).
Best Dressed Novelty
- Style and originality.
- Attention to detail and appropriateness of outfit.
- Consideration of the outfit being humorous but tasteful – no nudity allowed.
Saturday 4 September
Registration from 11am to 1pm
Heats commence at 1:15pm
Finals commence at 2.30pm
(the conclusion of Race 4)
Please note that entrants may pre-register for Saturday Fashions on the Field between 12noon and 4pm on Friday (recommended)
Best Dressed Lady (Over 18)
- Style and Originality.
- Appropriateness of outfit for a day at the races. (Keeping in mind the spring racing season and colour will be key).
- Fashion with an edge – a ‘Stand-alone’ look!
- Attention to detail of hat, bag, jewellery, shoes.
- Appropriate headwear is essential. Traditionally, straw and floral are summer millinery fabrics, felt is not.
- Consider an outfit that is timeless and elegantly coordinated.
- Hosiery is not essential (especially if the weather is hot) however it is considered a finishing touch.
- Exposed shoulders and cleavage are not true Ladies Racewear.
- Underwear showing or as part of an outfit is not correct race attire.
- Impeccable grooming and deportment.
Best Millinery Award (Ladies Over 18)
- Style and design of the millinery. Elements including originality, concept of the design theme and wearability.
- Quality and workmanship of the millinery. Elements including technique, line and trim.
- Appropriateness of the millinery for the races, the individual and the outfit.
- All entrants must have appropriate racewear to complement their headwear.
Best Dressed Gentleman (Over 18)
- Style and Originality.
- Appropriateness of outfit for a day at the races.
- Attention to detail of accessories, such as cufflinks, lapel flower, hat, and handkerchief should be considered.
- Jacket optional, tie essential.
- Style and Originality.
Best Dressed Family (or Couple Over 18)
- Style and Originality.
- Appropriateness of outfit for a day at the races.
- We are not looking for matching outfits i.e. same coloured tie as the girls dress/hat. We are looking for a family or couple that compliment each other in a subtle manner and present as a well groomed, elegant, fashionable pair.
Best Dressed Lady and Gentleman in the Trackside Marquee (Saturday)
- Ladies: Refer to criteria for best dressed Lady.
- Gentleman: Refer to criteria for Best dressed Gentleman.
