Attention, attention all - we have an announcement to make! 

Fashions in the Field is returning to J Swap Contractors Ltd Matamata Breeders' Stakes (15 Feb) and we're thrilled to share our judging panel with you. 

Welcome...

Justine Seabrook

A face many of you will be familiar with due to her position as half of one of New Zealand’s most well-known racing couples, Justine Seabrook is joining the Matamata judging panel for the first time. With her husband heading up New Zealand Bloodstock, Justine is a regular attendee at the races both here in New Zealand as well as abroad and serves up immaculate looks every time. Justine runs her own styling business and has been a regular competitor and judge in fashions in the field competitions in the past so with a passion for both horses and fashion (the ultimate combo in our opinion) we’re thrilled to have Justine onboard. 

Bridgette O’Sullivan

Matamata local and racegoer extraordinaire, Bridgette O’Sullivan is no stranger to racing or fashion. A member of the iconic racing family, the O’Sullivan’s, Bridgette was also Ellerslie Racecourse’s first-ever fashion ambassador.  A regular competitor in Fashions in the Field in her own right in the past, she’s since made the jump to fashion judge with her usual aplomb. Regardless of the occasion, Bridgette is always a stylish addition to any room and is the founder of stunning local venue, The Red Barn. It’s our pleasure to welcome such a fashionista (and avid racing fan!) to the panel. 

Brett Holmes

Brett Holmes is a regular on the Matamata Racing Club Fashions in the Field judging panel and an award-winning hair dresser to boot! Brett Holmes owns The Salon and is a household hairdressing name in Tauranga. He is a national expert in long hair and has held the illustrious title of "long hair ambassador and coiffure" for Schwarzkopf Professional in New Zealand four times.  He’ll bring a focus on overall turnout and finishing touches to the panel and we are excited to have him back. 

Looking to get involved? Pre-register here or visit the Fashion page on our website here.