28/08/2026
Our Judges for Red Beret Hotel Cairns Cup Day!
Ella Cohen: Ella Cohen is a Digital Marketing Executive at the Gold Coast Turf Club and a born-and-bred local, having spent the past six years building her career across major event partnerships, digital strategy and social media marketing. A former finalist for Gold Coast Young Women of the Year, Ella’s sharp eye for style and storytelling make her a natural fit as a judge for Fashions on the Field at the Cairns Super Carnival, proudly sponsored by Cairns Central.
Damien Garozzo: A Cairns local with an impressive international fashion career, Damien previously worked as a high-fashion makeup artist in Paris, France for 15 years, with a clientele including Gigi and Bella Hadid, Princess Charlene of Monaco, and Johnny Depp. He was also global brand ambassador for Clinique, and has worked on runway shows for Dior, Chanel, and others across Europe, Asia, and the USA. Now back in Cairns, Damian brings his global fashion experience and creative eye to this weekend’s judging panel.
Andrew Thornton: With a flair for fashion and a reputation for standout race-day style, Andrew is no stranger to the Fashions on the Field stage. A multiple winner across Cairns and Far North Queensland, he has spent years celebrating the creativity, confidence and individuality that make racing fashion so exciting. Known for his eye for style and love of making a statement, Andrew believes the best fashion is about more than what you wear - it’s how you wear it. He is delighted to step onto the other side of the runway as a judge at Red Beret Hotel Cairns Cup Day, looking for those who bring originality, polish and plenty of personality
