If you're going to take raceday fashion advice from anyone, Eleanor Campbell is your girl! No stranger to a sash, Eleanor was also a finalist in this year's national fashion in the field final, The Ned Prix de Fashion. 

Living in the Waikato, Eleanor has developed the knack of looking chic at a winter raceday, while remaining snug! 

Where do you find inspiration for your raceday looks?

I really like winter racing fashion, it’s so classy and plus I really feel the heat so I like colder weather.  I get a lot of inspiration from overseas race goers especially the Irish ladies, they really know how to look amazing and in freezing conditions!

How do you put your FITF looks together? 

I almost always start an outfit with the dress first, then the millinery, but I have occasionally bought a random hat that I have fallen for. 

What trends are you predicting to be big during the upcoming cooler months? 

You can’t beat a lovely suit for winter (pant or skirt), it’s always a classic go to and can be made edgy or retro. I am loving the 70’s influence coming in with pattern and fabric also. I don’t dive too deep into trends as I like a sleek classic look but appreciate risk taking outfits! 

What do you love most about winter racing fashion? 

I love how luxe winter fashion is.  All the tweed, leather, felt and rich colours. 

What makes a great winter fashion in the field look? 

Being polished and warm! 

What might people be surprised to know about you? 

I won my first fashion in the field over 10 years ago when I was 14 in a $5 dress. I qualified for the Prix de Fashion national finals, but my entry had to go to the runner up as the grand prize was a car and I didn’t even have my license!

Do you have a favourite winter raceday? 

There are not many New Zealand racing clubs that do a winter fashion in the field but Wellington Racing have a tweed and tartan winter fashion competition which is fun. NZ Harness Jewels in Cambridge is always in winter and is my local town, they also do a great fashion competition. My mother and grandmother both beat me there last time! There’s definitely no age limit for looking fabulous in Raceday fashion.