So you've booked your tickets to the Sky Racing Pink Ribbon Raceday featuring the Coastal Demolitions & Asbestos Removal Pink Ribbon Cup and now you have the raceday dilemma of what to wear.
Don't worry, you're not alone. Understanding what suits you and works for your body shape, observing what's in season, deciding between a hat or fascinator etc... can all be quite overwhelming. Let alone deciding what to wear should you be considering entering our Pacific Fair Fashions on the Field.
Never fear, our 2023, judges Susie the Stylist and Louise Chambers are here to share a little about their fashion experience and some tips for those of you considering participating in Fashions on the Field.
Susie the Stylist
After operating her own store in Auckland where she designed and produced one-off pieces, Susie moved with her husband to the Gold Coast 33 years ago. She then worked as a model and stylist for a modelling agency in Brisbane, before having a 'light-bulb' moment and branching out on her own as a a Personal Stylist.
Her styling has seen her working with clients of many major shopping Centres, Westfield Garden City, Sanctuary Cove, Runaway Bay, Australia Fair, Mt Ommaney to name a few, and is currently a Stylist at Pacific Fair where she has been for many years. Susie's advice for women aged 45+ is
"You must have fun with your age, body shape and lifestyle. Most of my clients think they become invisible after the age of 40, or any number that has a zero on it! I say go for it! Dress for your personality, create your own personal style, and run with it!"
And her style recommendations for our Pacific Fair Fashions on the Field?
Embrace your personality.
Pink is perfection, so wear it with confidence".
Louise Chambers
Louise Chambers has worked solidly in the fashion industry for over 10 years, styling individual clients, media personalities, fashion events, photo shoots, and retail merchandising displays.
She has served as fashion brand ambassador and guest presenter on Australia’s & New Zealand’s TVSN channel is currently on the Pacific Fair Style Team. She says
"I aim to inspire my clients to find the fun in fashion again and feel confident when navigating what can be an overwhelming array of fashion choices in the marketplace, as well as new season trends".
Lou's tips for Fashions on the Field are:
Understand and observe the criteria and nuances of racewear etiquette.
Be bold in your choices – successful print clashes, unusual colour combinations or textural play always catch the eye.
Think holistically - head to toe and leave no detail to chance.
Have fun with it and present your ensemble with confidence!
If you're considering entering the Pacific Fair Fashions on the Field, make sure you have a ticket to the official NBCF function in the Event Centre and make sure you also pre-register. as participation is exclusive to our guests in the Event Centre function.
