After 15 years of striving for the top spot, a Bolton fashionista finally dazzled her way to victory in the “Style Stakes” at Haydock Park. Dressed in pre-loved items bought from second hand shops and online, Elaine Beadle, from Westhoughton , turned heads as she claimed the title of best-dressed racegoer at Haydock’s annual Ladies’ D ay. Elaine, who attended Saturday’s event with her husband and daughters, bagged the prize at her 15th time of trying, fighting off competition from more than 500 other entrants, including her own family members.
Speaking about her big win, Elaine said: “It’s so incredible. I’ve been coming to Ladies’ Day for such a long time and have entered the awards on each occasion. I always encourage my daughters and their friends to get dressed-up.
I get out my box of fascinators and we all love it. “I had always thought that it would be amazing to win but it doesn’t matter if you don’t! We just come and have a wonderful day out and I honestly can’t believe that I have won.” Elaine with runner-up Shauna Grace Stylish Elaine was dressed in a Karen Millen dress purchased from eBay, a second-hand fascinator which was worn by her daughter to Ladies’ Day last year and shoes bought in the sale for £10.
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