Pilbara Takes Out State Wide Racing Fashion Stakes
28 November, 2016
WA Country Cups
Racing and Wagering Western Australia’s (RWWA) WA Country Cups Fashions on the Field Final was held at the Winterbottom Race Day, at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday 26th November, with Pilbara Heat Finalist Sarah McEwan taking out first prize.
Ms McEwan competed against nine other regional finalists on the catwalk, including Wheatbelt Regional Heat Finalist, Elizabeth Winlo, who came 1st Runner Up and Bunbury Cup Wildcard Contestant, Elicia Anders, who was the 2nd Runner Up.
As first place winner, Ms McEwan won a $25,000 Racing Holiday and Spending Spree in Hong Kong.
The prize includes a seven night trip to Hong Kong courtesy of Motive Travel, where Ms McEwan will experience two of the most prestigious racing events in the world, the Hong Kong International Jockey’s Championship at Happy Valley and the Hong Kong International Races at Sha Tin.
Ms McEwan decided to take part in Fashions on the Field because she loves racing and fashion, “In the Pilbara, there are a limited number of times in the year that we can actually get frocked up and be as glamourous as possible,” she said.
“I enjoyed researching all of the different outfits and tried to do something unique, particularly focusing on Australian brands.”
International model, Samantha Harris, headed to the West to attend and judge the WA Country Cups Fashions on the Field Final.
Ms Harris, who has graced the covers of Australian Vogue as well as being an ambassador for major brands such as David Jones and Priceline, is well known for her support of regional communities.
“I believe this initiative is a great way to showcase regional Australia and support the local communities in which these racing events are held.”
Other judges for the WA Country Cups Fashions on the Field Final included: model, style icon and former Miss Universe Australia, Scherri-Lee Biggs; Deputy Editor West Weekend Magazine and Style Editor The West Australian, Amanda Keenan; WA stylist, Ivanna Fontana; General Manager Community TAB, Matthew Thomas; and RWWA Representative, Rebecca Tucker.
“WA has one of the largest country racing precincts in the world, with 35 thoroughbred race clubs spread across the State,” said Executive Manager Racing Marketing and Communications, Charlotte Mills.
“Fashions on the Field has always played a major role in Australian thoroughbred racing and this initiative will shine a light on racing and racing fashion in regional WA. The final presented the opportunity to bring a taste of country racing to the city.”
An announcement regarding the launch of the 2017 competition will be released in the coming weeks.