Fashion in focus at Hamilton Cup, capturing the sensation of spring racing

Fashion and creativity took over the field at the Hamilton Cup. See all the photos here.

Eliza Icke wins Best-Dressed Competition: Hamilton Racing Club - Fashions on the Field

There was plenty of colour and fun at the Hamilton Cup this weekend.

More than 100 people got into the racing action, displaying their creative outfits and fabulous fascinators.

Gates opened at 11am, where people began to fill the seats in preparation for the first race at 1pm.

Ex-farmer Chris Marshall travelled from Bairnsdale in Gippsland to attend the Cup in the state’s southwest, with friends from Mildura also attending.

It was a great chance to reconnect with friends he hadn’t seen during the pandemic, he said.

“We do live in the lucky country called Australia, and we can enjoy our day on the green as we are having here today,” Mr Marshall said.

The cup had a variety of events for all people enjoy, including food vans, live entertainment, music, activities for children and the very special Fashions on the Field competition showcasing different categories.
Spotted in their vibrant dresses, detailed millinery and impressive suits, guests portrayed their own style and originality throughout the day, turning heads of all those who attended.

The excitement continued as the Fashions on the Field competition was announced later in the afternoon, where dozens of people entered and made the final decision tough for the judges.

Guests gathered from the racecourse to the area where the competition was held.

Everyone was excited to see the remarkable display of the Fashions on the Field competition.

Eliza Icke was crowned the Best Dressed winner out of 16 entrants, where judges described her stunning detailing and contrast of the pink floral dress combined with patterns of yellow, capturing the symbolic theme of spring.

The crowd gets into the fun on the outdoor decking area at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

Entrants wait to present their style at the Fashions on the Field competition at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

The crowd at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

Live entertainment at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

The crowd watches over the racecourse before the race begins at the 2022 Hamilton Cup..

Fashions on the Field entrants express their creativity at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

The crowd watches the Fashions on the Field at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

Hosts of the Fashions on the Field competition annouce the entrants at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

Punters socialise at the 2022 Hamilton Cup.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd applauding for the Fashions on the Field competition

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Fashions on the Field discussions and decisions.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Joss Brooks and his friends raise a toast.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests gather across the green fields waiting for the races to commence.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - All Best-Dressed Entrants of the Fashions on the Field competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd enjoying their food and beverage packages.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - People gather onto the green fields in preparation for the next race.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd gathers to watch the Fashions on the Field competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Fashions on the Field entrants wait as they are called up.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests have drinks amongst each other and having an eventful day.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Fashions on the Field entrants prepare for the competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd preparing to watch the Fashions on the Field competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd gather around while the Fashions on the Field competition runs.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - People excited to watch all the entrants of the Fashions on the Field display their outfit.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests enjoy the complimentary wine.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd cheers for the entrants of the Fashions on the Field competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Fashions on the Field entrant portraying her unique millinery headpiece.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests sit back and enjoy their meals.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Kids entertainment and activities getting all involved.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests sit back and watch the races.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Eliza Icke watching over the Fashions on the Field competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests enjoy all the creative fashions in the Fashions on the Field competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Fashion on the Field competition turns all heads.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - More people enjoy the Fashions on the Field competition.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd wait while the Fashions on the Field competition commences.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests enjoy the outdoor areas on the lawn.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Crowd arriving at the Hamilton Cup.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests excited to place bets on a winning horse.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Chris Marshall travels to Hamilton to enjoy a day at the races.

Hamilton Cup Races 2022 - Guests prepare to experience the racing day.