At the Soldier’s Saddle yesterday, the Fashions on the Field portion of the day captured a lot of attention.

Veteran judge Maree Statham, who has been on the panel for at least 20 years, said the level of participation from men and women was fantastic. 

There are four categories across Fashions on the Field: contemporary female, classic female, contemporary male and classic male.

Ms Statham said the judges were always looking for autumn or winter fashion from entrants. 

“The contemporary is a point of difference, maybe the hat or the accessories, and classic outfit is a timeless piece of clothing, like gloves or a bag,” she explained. 

The contemporary female category drew the most entrants this year, many of the ladies taking some big fashion risks.

Whether it was a bold colour, edgy headpiece or just a unique cut to the outfit, these polished women were definitely trying to think outside the box.

However, it was the smaller elements of an outfit that the judges were monitoring.

“We’re looking in the ladies for hosiery, handbag, a winter headpiece or hat, shoulders covered, and with the men we’re definitely looking for a hat, a jacket and a tie,” Ms Statham said. 

When it came to the final judging, certain entrants stood out and claimed the prizes on offer from the generous sponsors of Fashions on the Field.

The winner of the contemporary female category was Georgie Townsend, with Natalie Hart and Michelle Myers taking second and third place.

Classic female was won by Sharon Perkins, with Charlie Sargent and Pip Rosconi tying for second and Sarah Barrott taking third place. 

Jamiel Zakaria was the winner of the contemporary male category, while Anthony Morrissey won the classic male category. His young son Harry took second.