The judges have been announced for Ladies Day at Listowel Harvest Racing Festival (from left) Donal Lynch, McElligotts Tralee with judges Aoife Dunican (The Style Bob) and Frankie Foster. Frankie Foster and Aoife Dunican were announced as judges of the Competition at the 168th Listowel Harvest Racing Festival on Friday, 25th September. Photo: Neustock MediaONE of Ireland’s leading image consultants, Aoife Dunican and Raceday TV presenter and content creator Frankie Foster have been announced as the joint judges for the McElligotts Kia Best Dressed Lady Competition at the 168th Listowel Harvest Racing Festival on Friday, September 25.
Thanks to the continued support of title sponsors McElligotts Tralee and official co-sponsors Kia, the overall Best Dressed Lady winner will enjoy a luxurious week’s holiday for two in the four-star Hotel Astoria in Sorrento, the gateway to Italy’s spectacular Amalfi Coast.
This marks the 12th consecutive year of McElligotts’ sponsorship of one of Irish racing’s most prestigious fashion competitions.
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In addition to the overall winner’s prize, there are also generous cash prizes of €1,000 for the Most Creative Headpiece and €500 for the Most Contemporary Outfit.
The 168th Listowel Harvest Racing Festival runs from Sunday, 20th September to Saturday, 26th September 2026, combining top-class National Hunt and Flat racing with three dedicated fashion competitions, live music, entertainment and DJs, creating the unique atmosphere that has made Listowel one of Ireland’s most loved racing festivals.
Frankie Foster and Aoife Dunican (The Style bob) who were announced as judges of the McElligotts Kia Best Dressed Lady Competition at the 168th Listowel Harvest Racing Festival on Friday, 25th September 2026. Photo Neustock MediaAoife Dunican is one of Ireland’s leading image consultants, founder of The Style Bob, and a regular style columnist with the Business Post and fashion contributor on Newstalk, The Claire Byrne Show.
Frankie Foster is a presenter and content creator who blends racing, fashion, and travel with plenty of energy and humour. Known for bringing a fresh style to racing coverage, he’s built a following by capturing the buzz of the sport in a way that connects with both racing fans and new audiences.
Declan O’Hara, MD, McElligotts Tralee; “We are delighted to be the official sponsor of Ladies Day again this year, and with the introduction of so many stunning new KIA models there was never a more opportune time to showcase our range to the many discerning guests that know more than a thing or two about style and fashion. We are looking forward to a great day of racing and fashion in Listowel.”
Ronan Flood, MD, Kia Ireland; “McElligotts Tralee have a long association with Ladies Day in Listowel and Kia Ireland is delighted to join them in supporting this special day in the Kerry social calendar.”
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