Style, Glamour & Racing in Bunbury

Bunbury Forum Fashions on the Field

Bunbury Cup day 2026

Fashion in Racing

From wide-brimmed hats to bold suits and timeless elegance, racing fashion have always gone hand-in-hand, and traditionally, a day at the races has always been the perfect excuse to dress up and put your best foot forward.

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Fashion Categories & Judging Criteria

It’s not just about the outfit, it’s how you wear it. Categories include:

➤ Classic Lady of the Day & Runner Up

➤ Contemporary Lady of the Day

➤Local Lady of the Day

➤ Classic Gent of the Day

Judges look for creativity, attention to detail and overall styling.

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  • Entries open on the day, head to the registration tent on the day. Registration times will be released closer to the day. All participants must be over 18 and dressed to impress.

    • Think head to toe – millinery, accessories and grooming matter.

    • Be original but on-theme.

    • Confidence counts – own your look.

    Avoid just shopping the mannequin – bring your personality to the outfit.

How to Enter

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