Ellerslie's most fashionable punter was chosen for her "classic and effortless beauty" at today's Boxing Day Races Fashions in the Field event.
Talia Marshall, 33, pictured, was deemed the day's Supreme Award winner for her powder-blue vintage dress and colour-matched accessories, a mix of local and overseas finds.
The Mt Maunganui lawyer said the last time she entered a race-day fashion competition was about 10 years ago. She hadn't expected to win. "I haven't entered something like this for ages but my friend encouraged me to get back into it."
She pipped that friend to the post for the Canvas Ladies Racewear win, but there were no hard feelings. The pair and their friends celebrated last night with a dinner together.
Judge and stylist Sammy Salsa said the Supreme winner came down to little details.