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The Cluden Park Fashions on The Field offers a variety of categories to enter, allowing each contestant to shine in their favourite style choices.

Classic

Defined by timeless and elegant styles, the Classic category emphasises traditional racewear attire. Presenting structured silhouettes, appropriate lengths, and modest décolletage. Accessories like gloves, classic bags, and shoes are also hallmarks of this style defining 1900’s racewear origins. 

Our Guidelines:

Elegance and Sophistication - The outfit should embody timeless style, grace, and femininity with a refined silhouette.

Racewear Appropriateness - Adheres to traditional racewear etiquette - modest hemline, appropriate neckline, covered midriff and daywear styling

Cohesion of the Look - All elements—including dress, headwear, closed-toe shoes, accessories, and handbag—should be well-coordinated and create a harmonious, polished ensemble.

Headwear - A hat or headpiece is essential and should complement the outfit in both style and proportion.

Grooming and Presentation - Hair, makeup, and overall presentation should enhance the outfit and reflect attention to detail.

Seasonal Suitability - Outfit should be trans-seasonal and appropriate for Townsville’s tropical climate

Originality and Personal Style - The look should feel unique and express the contestant’s personal flair while maintaining classic elegance.

Confidence and Poise - The entrant should present themselves with confidence, grace, and stage presence.

Contemporary

The trendy and fashion-forward Contemporary category features bold colours, prints and patterns, with a fresh modern appeal on racewear style. Avant-garde footwear, large embellished accessories, and unusual takes on fabrication and materials. 

Modern Styling - Outfit reflects current fashion trends while maintaining a polished and racewear-appropriate appearance.

Innovation and Creativity - Bold choices in silhouette, colour, fabric, or accessories that showcase originality and a forward-thinking fashion sense.

Cohesion of the Look - All elements (clothing, headwear, shoes, handbag, and accessories) are well-coordinated and create a stylish, unified ensemble.

On-Trend Elements - Incorporates modern details such as statement sleeves, asymmetrical cuts, bold prints, or unexpected textures.

Headwear - A fashionable hat or headpiece is essential, complementing the outfit while adding a contemporary edge (e.g. sculptural designs, modern millinery, headbands).

Grooming and Presentation - Hair, makeup, and overall grooming should reflect a modern aesthetic and enhance the overall look.

Confidence and Attitude - The entrant should carry the outfit with poise, confidence, and a strong personal sense of style.

Racewear Appropriateness - While fashion-forward, the look must still adhere to racewear standards—daywear styling, tasteful hemlines, and no overly revealing elements.

Seasonal Suitability - Outfit should be trans-seasonal and appropriate for Townsville’s tropical climate

Gentlemen Of The Day

The “Gentleman of the Day” category celebrates a polished, fashion-forward look that embraces a modern style. Judges seek an outfit that is both sophisticated and unique, with thoughtful accessories—such as hats, lapel flowers, cufflinks, or pocket squares—adding a distinctive personal flair.

Overall Styling and Cohesion - The outfit should be well-coordinated from head to toe, with attention to how all elements (suit, shirt, tie, shoes, and accessories) work together.

Fit and Tailoring - Garments should be well-fitted and tailored to complement the contestant’s physique, reflecting sharp, clean lines and good structure.

Originality and Personal Style - The outfit should reflect the contestant’s individual style while maintaining classic or contemporary racewear etiquette.

Appropriateness for Racewear - The look should align with traditional or modern racewear standards—daywear styling, no overly casual elements (e.g., no jeans, sneakers, or t-shirts).

Attention to Detail - Accessories such as pocket squares, cufflinks, tie bars, hats, watches, and lapel pins should enhance the outfit with subtle sophistication.

Grooming and Presentation - Hair, facial grooming, and overall presentation should be neat, polished, and race-day appropriate.

Seasonal Suitability - The outfit should reflect the conditions of Townsville’s tropical climate —balancing style and comfort.

Confidence and Poise - The contestant should wear the outfit with confidence, demonstrating a strong stage presence and polished demeanour.

Best Dressed Duo

Grab your most fashionable partner and try not to outshine one another for the Best Dressed Duo category. Present a coordinated yet individually outstanding outfit, showcasing modern trends and appropriate for the Winter Racing Theme. No matter your relationship, all types of pairs are eligible to enter the Best Dressed Duo Category. 

Coordination and Cohesion - Outfits should complement each other in style, colour, or theme while allowing each individual’s look to shine.

Creativity and Interpretation - Originality in how the duo presents their look—whether classic, modern, playful, or themed—is encouraged and celebrated.

Connection and Chemistry - The duo should present a strong visual and personal connection—how they engage with each other on stage adds to the overall impact.

Attention to Detail - Accessories, grooming, and finishing touches (e.g., hats, shoes, bags, ties, jewellery) should enhance the overall outfits and demonstrate thoughtful styling.

Racewear Appropriateness - Outfits should align with traditional or contemporary racewear standards—daywear style, modest presentation, and event-appropriate attire.

Presentation and Confidence - Both individuals should carry themselves with confidence, poise, and personality that reflect the spirit of the event.

Seasonal Suitability - Outfit should be trans-seasonal and appropriate for Townsville’s tropical climate

Inclusivity and Expression - All combinations—Mother and daughter, friends, siblings, partners—are welcomed, with a focus on celebrating connection through fashion.

Millinery

The Millinery category celebrates standout headwear that completes and elevates the outfit. Judges look for creativity, craftsmanship, and how well the piece complements the overall look. Whether bold or classic, the millinery should reflect current trends and capture the elegance and flair of race day fashion.

Creativity and Originality - The headpiece should showcase unique design, artistic flair, and originality—whether traditional or avant-garde.

Craftsmanship and Quality - The millinery should demonstrate high standards of construction, attention to detail, and quality materials.

Design and Structure - The shape, form, and balance of the piece should be visually striking and well-engineered, with a flattering fit on the wearer.

Suitability and Wearability - The headpiece should be practical to wear (secure and comfortable), and appropriate for a race day setting.

Cohesion with Overall Outfit - The millinery should enhance and complement the outfit, without overpowering or clashing—contributing to a balanced overall look.

Innovation in Materials or Technique - Use of interesting materials, textures, or fabrication techniques is encouraged and rewarded when executed well.

Seasonal Relevance - Choose trans-seasonal materials and fabrics appropriate for Townsville’s tropical climate

Visual Impact and Presentation - The piece should create a memorable impression, with strong presence from all angles—front, side, and back.