The idea for this blog post has been a few years in the making but, with Melbourne’s Spring Racing Carnival upon us, I thought now would be the perfect time to finally tell this lovely story. For those of you…
Ever wanted to create your own hat or head piece? Well now you can under the tutelage of Sydney’s finest milliner Neil Grigg. Classes are located in Neil’s charming Paddington shop/studio. Come along and be inspired by Neil’s masterclass in…
BRIGHT, vibrant colours were the order of the day in this year’s Hobart Cup Fashions on the Field. Winner Tricia Molachino, from Townsville, wowed the judges in a fluoro pink, retro-inspired outfit. A veteran of the catwalk, Mrs Molachino has…
Another year, another racing season! Nicola found this photo of Fashions On The Field women’s racewear winner Yasmin Maskiell at The Hobart Cup 2011. The standout dress is made up in our Italian silk satin Hitchcock Birds. Well done Yasmin!
Here in Melbourne we’re bracing ourselves for some pretty wet weather over the coming days. Bummer if you’re heading to the races. But if conversations with recent customers are any indication, there are more than a few of you planning…
Here is the 1st prize winning design by Melbourne couturier Craig Braybrook who won the coveted Cup Day Racewear Designer Award with a bold take on the traditional 1950s-style jacket and voluminous party skirt, made up in the same fabric…
Alas no, I didn’t go to the Melbourne Cup today – I was working. This is me in 1990 (!!!) after winning Fashions on the Field at Randwick’s Spring Racing Carnival. And on viewing this pic, it would be fair…
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