For its 60th anniversary, Melbourne Cup’s famed Myer Fashions on the Field celebration will adopt a non-binary theme.
In an effort to be “more inclusive,” the Victoria Racing Club has eliminated the best-dressed male and female categories for the fashion competition when it returns in conjunction with the Melbourne Cup Carnival in October.
Instead, the racing club will hold two open-to-all fashion competitions.
Men, women, and non-binary individuals may all enter the Best Dressed and Best Suited categories, which will be judged on appearance.
The move, according to Chairman Neil Wilson, is an effort to broaden the scope of the competition.
“As we chart the way for the next 60 years and celebrate the 60th anniversary of Myer Fashions on the Field and its return to Flemington, we are ensuring that our fashion narrative encourages equality, inclusivity, and uniqueness,” he added.
We fervently support the idea that fashion and style are manifestations of individual originality and think that this should be represented in the global event.
He said, “The VRC is considered as conventional.” “Being traditional does not exclude being modern,”
The son of TV icon Richard and an ambassador for the Melbourne Cup Carnival praised the adjustment.
Wilkins said, “I couldn’t adore it more.” It’s fantastic to see Myer Fashions of the Field setting the pace for this trend in Australia. Any fashion expert will tell you that fluidity is the future of fashion.
Additionally, it’s incredible to create a welcoming, judgment-free atmosphere where everyone can express themselves.
Emily Nolan, a tailor, specialises in making clothes for female and non-binary clients.
She is now anticipating seeing her ideas used in the competition. The rewards for the best-dressed men and lady last year each totaled over $90,000.
According to Nolan, the Sydney Morning Herald, “This will be a tremendous celebration of all genders wearing dresses and suits.” “Women and non-binary people can dress in a suit.” Dresses are permitted for men and non-binary people to enter.
“Through the ingenuity of attire, everyone will be able to show their admiration for the occasion.”