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WHAT TO WEAR TO THE RACES

Heading to the races? Then here’s a reliable tip or two. Our guide to what to wear will help you master the style etiquette of the season’s most prestigious racing events.

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Hobbs model wears a floral two-piece suit and pink fascinator.

CLASSIC ELEGANCE

Race day is a chance to dress up in all your finery – just like you would at a wedding or formal occasion. At Ascot, the rules are strict, so make sure you choose a dress that has straps that are one inch or wider and falls just above the knee or longer. Think elegant, long-sleeved, floral midi dresses that keep modesty in mind! If the day brings sunshine, opt for a lightweight layer like a bolero, or wear the shower-proof Saskia trench in rainy weather.

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Hobbs model wears a contemporary pink suit with matching accessories.
Hobbs model wears a contemporary pink suit with matching accessories.

CONTEMPORARY CHIC

Dresses not your style? Choose an impeccably tailored trouser suit instead. Flattering in fit and polished in aesthetic, tailored tones create striking looks to love.

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Hobbs model wears a contemporary pink suit with matching accessories.
Hobbs model wears a floral two-piece suit and pink fascinator.

TURN HEADS

If you’re wearing a hat or fascinator, be sure to check the rules. At Ascot, hats are mandatory and if you opt for a headpiece instead, it should have a solid base of 4 inches or more in diameter. Our suggestion? The carnation pink Josephine fascinator is perfect for the occasion.

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A pair of blush pink patent slingback shoes photographed on the arm of a chair.

FANCY FOOTWORK

While you'll want to give your look a little height, it's worth bearing in mind that you'll be on your feet all day. Block heel sandals and courts or espadrille wedge sandals stylishly blur the line between chic and lawn-friendly, while our collection of clutch bags will add the final touch.

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One mint green clutch bag and one oyster clutch bag photographed on a window ledge.

THE PERFECT PICK ME UP

No occasion outfit is complete without a covetable clutch bag. Elegant in aesthetic yet practical by design with detachable straps and handy inside pockets, they'll keep all your essentials neatly within reach.

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FEMININE FINESSE

Filled with flattering silhouettes and elegant prints, our edit of timeless occasionwear answers every event this season.

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Hobbs models wearing floral print dresses and a blush pink dress.
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