Popular winning Spring colour schemes include prints, florals and bright colours particularly reds, pinks and purples. All black is generally considered too sombre for the race wear category
Fashion on the Field competitions are a popular part of local race meetings, and are an excellent way of showcasing a race goer’s style and flair.
While entering Fashions of the Field is becoming increasingly popular with race goers, there are a few guidelines generally followed by judges that contenders should take into account when composing their outfit.
The key to a successful outfit is appropriateness; it must fall squarely in the category of race wear as well as suiting the season.
The term “race wear” incorporates classic, elegant styles – avoid anything tight, revealing, strapless or midriff baring. Do however consider trouser or a jumpsuit, but the same rules apply for length – not shorts. Also keep in mind that races are a daytime event, so be wary of material and shapes that spell out evening, like sequins or high shine materials.
Suitably qualified judge/s will be selected to judge the Fashions on the Field.
Judges selected are independent from the Richmond Turf Club and may not reside in Richmond.
The judges’ decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Timeless style and originality, with a clear comprehension of the interpretation of race wear.
An original outfit demonstrating a stylish interpretation of current trends in fashion.
Entrants are required to register across preferred categories at the Fashions on the Field tent on the day prior to the first race at 1.30pm. The judge/s will select finalists from entrants in attendance on the day in person.
It will take you only minutes to enter the competition allowing freedom to enjoy the trackside festivities, premium hospitality and excitement of country racing.
Announcements will be made for entrants to showcase their outfits in front of spectators after the 2nd race. Winning entrants will then be announced, sashed and awarded their prizes once each category has been judged.
Winning entrants will be photographed immediately proceeding the sashing ceremony.
**You may be filmed/photographed and footage or images may be used, replicated, reproduced and published by the Richmond Turf Club for any use including but not limited to marketing and promotional use. By entering the Fashions on the Field Competition you consent to being filmed/photographed**
We are located on Racecourse Road, Richmond in North West Queensland, Australia.
