Fashion on the Field: Derby Day 2023
Amazing weather. Longer, sunny days. Derby Day Fashion.
These are just a few of the things that go perfectly with Spring Racing, and we can’t wait to bring them all together for a return of Spring Racing Fashion, the 2023 Croser Fashions on the Field (FOTF) on Derby Day, Saturday November 4.
After a strong list of entrants for our FOTF event on Adelaide Cup Day earlier this year, we are excited to see the how entrants adapt to the monochrome Derby Day theme.
Derby Day has always been an opportunity for the fashion forward to show off their credentials and how to work a monochrome palette, and this year will be no exception.
The 2023 Derby Day Croser FOTF will step away from the traditional womenswear and menswear categories as we introduce the opportunity for entrants to be judged instead in the categories of Best Suited and Best Dressed on the day.
We are excited to announce a wealth of South Australian Fashion knowledge at experience as part of our judging panel and MC.
Lauren Dilena will return to Morphettville as MC, with Anna Vlach, Damian Porcaro and Markus Hamence forming the judging panel.
Both Markus and Damian are excited about the changes to the categories for the day.
“For ‘Best Suited’, it’s going to be the tailoring of the piece, how it fits the body, if the colour/pattern works with the day. It’s not about the label for me, it’s hands-down the absolute energy of it.
“The section of ‘Best Dressed’ is simple for me. I want to see how the piece being worn is pulled together with the accessories, be it the hat, jewellery, bag etc. But it doesn’t stop there! I want to see the personality wearing the outfit. Own it and express that attitude. If you want to wear the kitchen sink on your head, you BETTER make that work,” Markus said.
“This year the focus is on tailoring and silhouettes, and as a judge I’m excited to see the entrants in both the Best Dressed and Best Suited categories. Fashion stakes are high so put your best foot forward,” Damian said.
We will have prizes for the winner and runner-up in each category including:
Winners
- $500 cash
- A Petaluma Cellar Door Sparkling Flight accompanied with a regional platter for 4x People (valued at $250)
- $100 Westfield Gift Card
Runners-Up
- $250 cash
- Bottle of Croser NV Sparkling
- $50 Westfield Gift Card
Get to know this Spring’s MC and Judges.
An experience FOTF entrant, judge and MC, Lauren Dilena is a fashion stylist and event host based in Adelaide, South Australia where she curates, invents and shapes stylish moments for all personal, commercial, and creative occasions.
Anna Vlach is a senior journalist and fashion editor at The Advertiser and Sunday Mail.
Damian channels iconic trends from the past and present to find the perfect look for every occasion. With a degree in Fashion Design, he knows the fashion industry inside out and has worked at high profile events including the The ARIA Awards and Miss Universe Competition.
His mission as a stylist is to use his technical knowledge of fabrics, shape, and colour to help his clients to express themselves through their wardrobes. Regardless of size, shape or budget, everyone deserves to be comfortable in their own skin, and Damian can help you to find an individual style that reflects your unique personality.
Markus, while heavily involved in the world of Media and the Arts & Entertainment of Adelaide and South Australia, his many years of involvement in the fashion industry finds him sought after for his unique exploration into what fashion is and how a developed sense of personal style should always be that of which reflects your own personality and charisma. Dressing with purpose and showcasing and highlighting one’s individuality is the foundation to good style. Key tip: Layer it up. To quote Iris Apfel – More is More and Less is a Bore!
Check out all of the fashion from our Adelaide Cup FOTF event below.
