 FASHIONS ON THE FIELDFrom the early days, Thoroughbred Park was and still is
Canberra’s Fashion Mecca. The Fashions on the Field competition first started in Melbourne over 40 years ago to entice more women to the racecourse, and now is a pinnacle event for every feature race meeting at Thoroughbred Park. Racing and fashion have always gone hand-in-hand and the 104.7 Melbourne Cup race day, Kennards Hire Canberra Cup and AAMI Black Opal Stakes day is the place to be seen. In the 2008/2009 season Thoroughbred Park provides an exciting opportunity to take the MYER Fashions on the Field competition to even greater heights, far surpassing the prizes offered to competitors in the past. This year the event will hold competitions at all feature race meetings at Thoroughbred Park which includes the 104.7 Melbourne Cup Race meeting, Kennards Hire Canberra Cup and the 2009 AAMI Black Opal Stakes for men, women and couples. The Childrens section has been added to Preview Day on 22 February 2009. Prizes at the Kennards Hire Canberra Cup and the AAMI Black Opal will include cash as well as Myer gift cards. RELEASE THE INNER SHOW PONY! Each year, local, regional and interstate racegoers enter Fashions On the Field, and several previous winners have continued on to win and be placed in other competitions nationally. The event receives much interest from the public and media with local and regional exposure. Classic Ladies Race wear is the feature fashion event of every major race meeting.
Classic Mens Race wear will return as a category for the 2008/2009 season. Classic Couples Race wear allows the men and their partners to compete for the prize pool. Childrens Race wear will be the major competition at the 2009 Preview Day 22 February 2009. All ladies, providing they are wearing a hat or fascinator, and gentlemen attending Thoroughbred Park’s race meetings, are eligible to enter the Classic catagories. Roaming Fashion Officials will also be inviting fashionably dressed race goers to enter the competition in all catagories. Winners from Classic Mens Race wear and Classic Ladies Race wear competitions are ineligible to enter Classic Couples Race wear. Entrants should register between the times advised at the Fashion Stage, unless otherwise approached by our expert Fashion on the Field official scouts. Entrants will be given a numbered card for the preliminary judging, which will take place in the same area. Entrants will be asked to stand on stage with each entrant doing a catwalk while the judges make their decision. A minimum of two heats for the Classic Ladies Racewear will take place and finalists from each heat will be called to take part in the final judging process. The judges will be briefed weeks before the event on the strict crtieria in place for all 4 catagories. There will be the Myer Fashion on the Field overall winner in the Classic Ladies Racewear, Classic Mens Racewear and Classic Couples Racewear for each feature race meeting. LADIES, MENS & COUPLES CLASSIC RACEWEAR CRITERIA This competition is for the major prizes. Glamour, style and key accessories are some important facets to include in your outfit, however some advice to consider for entering the Classic Ladies Fashion catagory include:- Do your research. Have a look on the internet to see who is winning competitions around the country. Check out the magazines for spring and autumn racing Create your own hat or visit a Milliner for an original piece. Leave your nightclub outfit at home. - Not sure? Why not give the Lizzie Wagner Group a call and let their experienced staff help you with your outfit. For both the ladies and gentlemen.
CRITERIA FOR CLASSIC LADIES AND CLASSIC MENS RACEWEAR 1. Style and originality
2. Appropriateness of outfit for the race day. Skirt is to be around knee length - no mini's.
3. Attention to detail of accessories.
4. No denim
5. A predominance of exposed skin is not classed as Classic Race wear 6. Ladies Classic Racewear hats or fascinators ARE ESSENTIAL TO MEET THE CRITERIA OF CLASSIC LADIES FASHION 7. Classic Men’s Racewear jacket and tie essential. You should consider a hat or lapel flower. Matching cufflinks, hanker-chief and tie are always beneficial. The official flower of the Melbourne Cup is a yellow rose, the Kennards Hire Canberra Cup is the red rose and the official lapel flower for the AAMI Black Opal Stakes day is the white rose. 8. Understanding and interpretation of current fashion trends 9. Grooming and Deportment 10. Suitability of the outfit 11. To be eligible to enter you must be over 18 years of age. These example pictures emphasise the glamour, accessories and originality that fit the Classic Ladies Racewear criteria.
[Note: presentation, accessories, knee length skirts, covered shoulders and gloves]
CRITERIA FOR CLASSIC COUPLES RACEWEAR
1. Style and originality
2. Appropriateness of outfit for the race day.
3. Attention to detail of accessories.
4. No denim
6. Ladies Classic Racewear hats or fascinators
7. Classic Men’s Racewear jacket and tie essential. You should consider a hat or lapel flower. Matching cufflinks, hanker-chief and tie are always beneficial. 8. Understanding and interpretation of current fashion trends, over exposed predominance of skin is not acceptable. 9. Grooming and Deportment 10. Suitability of the outfit 11. To be eligible to enter you must be over 18 years of age.
 
Classic Couples fashion is a combination of all the criteria. The Gentlemen in this photo also illustrate the judges expectations of the Classic Men’s Criteria. [Note: flowers or hanker-chief in the lapel and matching hat]  Entry terms and conditions page
PRIZE INFORMATION
Prizes for 2008  Melbourne Cup - 3rd November 2009 CLASSIC LADIES RACE WEAR 1st Prize - $500 MYER voucher 2nd Prize - $150 MYER voucher 3rd Prize - MYER gift basket CLASSIC MENS RACE WEAR 1st Prize - $200 MYER voucher 2nd Prize - $100 MYER voucher 3rd Prize – MYER gift basket CLASSIC COUPLES RACE WEAR 1st Prize - $400 Myer voucher 2nd Prize - $200 MYER voucher 3rd Prize - MYER gift basket TOTAL PRIZE POOL - approx $
Prizes for 2008  Canberra Cup - 29th November 2009
CLASSIC LADIES RACEWEAR 1st Prize - $1000 MYER voucher $500 Cash 2nd Prize - $500 MYER voucher $300 Cash 3rd Prize - MYER gift basket CLASSIC MENS RACEWEAR
1st Prize - Plasma Screen Television (value tba) 2nd Prize - $100 MYER voucher 3rd Prize – MYER gift basket
CLASSIC COUPLES RACEWEAR 1st Prize - $300 Myer voucher $500 Cash 2nd Prize - $300 MYER voucher $200 Cash 3rd Prize - MYER gift basket TOTAL PRIZE POOL - approx $ Prizes for 2009  Black Opal Stakes - 8th March 2009 CLASSIC LADIES RACEWEAR1st Prize – 5 day trip for 2 to PARIS, airfares, accommodation and $2000 Cash (Aus $) 2nd Prize - $500 MYER voucher 3rd Prize - MYER gift basket CLASSIC MENS RACEWEAR 1st Prize - $500 MYER voucher $500 Cash 2nd Prize - $250 MYER voucher $100 Cash 3rd Prize – MYER gift basket CLASSIC COUPLES RACEWEAR 1st Prize - $300 Myer voucher $500 Cash 2nd Prize - $100 MYER voucher $200 Cash 3rd Prize - MYER gift basket
TOTAL PRIZE POOL – approx $13,000 Prizes for Preview Day – 22 February 2009 CHILDREN'S FASHIONS ON THE FIELD - 22 February 2009 Overall Prize- Overall winner sash and a weekend trip for a family of up to 4 to Sea World Nara Resort, including flights, accommodation, and transfers. 1st Prize for each catagory - 4g Ipod + sash Each child will receive a show bag. Kids Fashion on the Field competition – open to entrants 17 years and under. TOTAL PRIZE POOL - tba
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