Fun, Frills, Fashion and Fillies
The David Jones Fashions on the Field was a colourful highlight for the 2011 Treasury Casino QLD Oaks Ladies Day. Despite the spectacular on track racing - a flood of beautifully designed ensembles covered the lawns of Eagle Farm's Fashion Precinct.
With a dress guide of "fun and frills", the David Jones Fashions on the Field saw a combination of different looks - but certainly a focus on retro and vintage dresses. Whilst competition was fierce for a huge prize package, first place was awarded to the recently engaged Tania Lazarou. Tania's outfit was a re-styled 50's number. Along with vintage gloves, Sydney milliner Sandy Bizys re-worked excess material into a matching rosette styled head piece. Tania will enjoy a great array of prizes including accommodation at the Treasury Casino Hotel, David Jones gift vouchers and a trip to the Victorian Oaks during Melbourne's Spring Carnival.
Colourful milliner and Fashions judge, Peter Jago also presented his Millinery award to contestant Mildred Elwood. Mildred also competed in Fashions on the Field and her cream felt head piece was certainly awe-inspiring.
The Fashions precinct also saw a glimpse of some beautiful fascinators designed by some famous faces in the Brisbane Racing Carnival Celebrity Millinery Competition. With all proceeds donated to official charity partner Act for Kids. Some of the fascinators have been styled by Winners and Losers Stars, Channel Seven personalities and more. Click here to see all the fascinators and make a bid.
