Hessians on the Field
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It's Time to get creative!
Get ready to showcase your creativity at the Hessians on the Field Event! Whether you’re a primary student, a secondary school talent, or an open category designer, this is your chance to shine. With three exciting categories to choose from, participants are invited to craft unique outfits using hessian as the primary material. Not only can you strut your stuff on the runway, but you can also take part in our fun novelty section, where you can create hessian accessories or items.
Judges will be looking for originality, creativity, and the clever use of hessian. Whether you design and model your own creation or have someone else walk the runway for you, we can’t wait to see your work! Cash prizes are up for grabs, and there’s plenty of fun to be had as we celebrate fashion with a hessian twist.
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About The Competition
Competition Guidelines
- There are three categories to enter for the event, PRIMARY, SECONDARY and OPEN. The entrant named on the registration form must be the primary designer and creator of the outfit.
- Children must be significantly involved in the design process and development of their final design.
- Judges are aware and will take into consideration that the entrants’ age will influence the level of involvement/support required for their design.
- Entrants can model their own designs or have another person do so if they choose. Please advise the committee upon check-in if another person will be modelling your design.
- Entrants may be asked to share some details about their design process and final outfit.
Registration Cost
- Primary – $5
- Secondary -$10
- Open – $15
Prize Money
Primary School Category Cash Prize
- 1st Place = $150
- 2nd Place = $75
- 3rd Place = $50
Secondary School Category Cash Prize
- 1st Place = $ 250
- 2nd Place = $150
- 3rd Place = $75
Open Category Cash Prize
- 1st Place = $650
- 2nd Place = $300
- 3rd Place = $200
About The Novelty Section
Enter an item or accessory made of Hessian e.g. shoes, bag, lamp shade, toy etc. – this will be judged prior to the Hessians parade and the winner will be announced on stage at the end of the Hessians parade. One winner is selected with a cash prize of $200.
On The Day
- Registrations can be made on the day of the festival between 10-11am at the Hessians on the Field marquee. Registrations will close at 11:00am sharp and no late entries will be accepted.
- Participants will be required to marshal at the Hessians on the Field Marquee at least 15 mins prior to the commencement time of their category.
- A changeroom will be located at the rear of the stage for participants. Entrants are asked to remain at the Hessians on the Field marquee until the conclusion of all categories and judging.
- Prizes will be awarded at the end of each category
Competition Start Times
- Primary: 12:00pm
- Secondary: 12:15pm
- Open: 12:30pm
Judging Consideration
- There will be a panel of three judges, with various backgrounds in fashion and design. Judges will use the following considerations to guide their decision-making process:
- Hessian is to be used as the primary, if not only material in the design. The use of genuine hessian sacks will be viewed favorably.
- The overall originality and creativity of the design, and the integration of hessian material in the delivery of the design will be a strong focus.
- In the case of Open Category, the overall technical skill, execution and completeness of the outfit will be a factor in the decision-making process
- In the case of the primary and secondary categories, the judges focus will primarily be on the overall creativity of the design however there will be a focus on the level of skill and execution used; keeping in mind the ages of each entrant.
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For any questions or concerns please contact [email protected]
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2025 Hessians on the Field Registration
