Fashions on the Field.

Dress to impress.

 

The Goondiwindi Picnic races is an event synonymous with tradition and style, a magical time of year where fashion takes pride of place alongside premier thoroughbred racing.

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Racegoers embrace the latest styles and trends of season, creating a magnificent spectacle of glamour, personality and sophistication with fine tailoring and beautiful millinery taking centre stage as visitors flock to the track.

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From contemporary glamour to staunch tradition, there is something to excite fashion lovers of all kinds. So whether you’re hoping to compete at Fashions on the Fields or simply looking for an excuse to get dressed up, Goondiwindi Picnic Races is the place to celebrate.​

OUR MAJOR SPONSOR.

Smithfield Cattle Company
Our new Fashions on the Field Sponsor for 2024.

We couldn’t run Fashions on the Field without them.
So, we just wanted to make a special mention right here, to say thanks.

OUR JUDGES

Cara Spreadborough

As Founder & Creative Director of Sorority Clothing Label, Cara is invested in using Liberty Fabrics and quality cotton pieces to create clothes that aim to suit every age, shape, and style. Championing country women and their style as owner of Inky and Moss, a fashion boutique in Roma QLD, Cara’s bright and energetic presence draws in people across the Maranoa, Darling Downs, and Australia.

Claire Mactaggart

Claire Mactaggart is a writer and beef producer based in central Queensland. She loves to share stories of rural Australia as well as showcase the diversity and skills of people living in the bush. Along with her husband Andrew and four children, they live on a cattle property on the Mackenzie River. Claire has contributed to a range of publications including Country Style, Good Weekend, Graziher and Home Beautiful as well as international magazines. She connects with people around Australia as Queensland contributing editor and writer with Country Style magazine. @clairemactaggart

How to enter.

 


The Smithfield Cattle Company Fashions on the Field follows a nomination process.

To enter, simply fill in a nomination form. These will be available on the day from the Fashions on the Field tent.

Nominations must be submitted by strictly 2:00pm AEST.

A team of Fashion on the Field spotters, who will be wearing identifiable Goondiwindi Picnic Races badges, will also wander amongst racegoers looking for potential entrants.

The competition will commence at 3:00pm AEST.

The sections + prizes.

 
 

Best Dressed Couple

  • Entrants should be individually outstanding and make a coordinated pair.

  • Men’s outfits should include a suit or jacket and tie.

  • Women’s must include headwear and complementary seasonally suitable accessories.

  • Both outfits should reflect current fashion trends and be suitable for the season and the weather on the day.

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PRIZE: 7 nights accomodation at The Peninsular Mooloolaba in a 3 bedroom executive self contained oceanfront apartment to the value of $3,010.

Thanks to The Peninsular Mooloolaba for kindly donating the voucher for this prize.

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Best Dressed Classic Lady

  • Timeless style and originality, with a clear comprehension of the interpretation of race wear.

  • Outfit should be appropriate for the season and the weather on the day.

  • It should include suitable shoes and coordinated accessories.

  • Head wear is essential.​

PRIZE: In store voucher to the value of $600.

Thanks to Plaine for kindly donating this prize.

Best Dressed Classic Man

  • Should display an understanding of male race wear with appropriateness for the season and weather on the day.

  • The outfit should be individualised with accessories such as a hat, lapel flower, cufflinks or pocket handkerchief.

  • Jackets, waistcoats and ties in line with current fashion trends are encouraged.​

PRIZE: In store voucher to the value of $800.

Thanks to Arthur Schofield & Co. for kindly donating the voucher for this prize.

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Best Dressed Contemporary Lady

  • An original outfit demonstrating a stylish interpretation of current trends in fashion.

  • Outfit should be appropriate for the season and the weather on the day.

  • It should include attention to detail in accessories.

  • Head wear is essential and should be of a contemporary design to complement the outfit.

PRIZE: In store voucher to the value of $600.

Thanks to Sparkes Jewellers for kindly donating the voucher for this prize.

Best Dressed Young Lad

  • Males aged 18-25 years

  • Should display an understanding of male race wear with appropriateness for the season and weather on the day.

  • The outfit should be individualised with accessories such as a hat, lapel flower, cufflinks or pocket handkerchief.

  • Jackets, waistcoats and ties in line with current fashion trends are encouraged.

PRIZE: In store voucher to the value of $800.

Thanks to North West Rural Supplies for kindly donating the voucher for this prize.

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Millinery Award

  • Should make a clear fashion statement yet fully complement the outfit.

  • Style and design should demonstrate originality and be appropriate for the season.

  • Head wear should be individualised with original detail.

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PRIZE: In store prize to the value of $600.

Thanks to Harry and Kit for kindly donating this prize.

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Thanks to all of our generous sponsors.

We consider ourselves pretty lucky to have such awesome support behind Fashions on the Field each year.
Thanks to everyone who makes it possible.

A few notes about our Fashions on the Field program:

  • Only suitably qualified judges are selected to judge the Fashions on the Field.

  • Judges are selected independently from the Goondiwindi Picnic Races Committee and do not reside in Goondiwindi.

  • The judge's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.