There isn't much Di Goldsworthy doesn't know about raceday fashion.
Mention Di Goldsworthy's name to racewear enthusiasts, and you're likely to hear breathless proclamations about her racewear knowledge and chic personal style. A former model, Goldsworthy is now the membership manager at the Newmarket Business Association, and will be bringing her expertise to the judging panel of Viva Fashions in the Field on Boxing Day at the Ellerslie races.
What will she be looking for? Goldsworthy explains that the key to successful racewear is the total package. "It is the opportunity to go "all out" accessory-wise - a hat, gloves and so on. On Boxing Day I'll be looking for just that. It may be smart, tailored elegance or stylish and feminine; the key being, keeping to the theme chosen."
My love for fashion began when I was 13-years-old and took part in local fundraising fashion parades. Although, I will share with you that when I was three-and-a-half, my mother entered me in a beauty competition. Much to her delight (and surprise), I won it. However, her pleasure was short-lived, for when I was asked to make a comment I simply said, "when I saw the other kids I knew I'd win it!". That was my stage debut and hopefully modesty came with age!
My relationship with racewear began in the late 1950s, when I attended race meetings with family friends and was always impressed by the way women dressed, especially those within the racing industry, owners, trainers and jockeys' wives.
