WHAT TO WEAR TO THE RACES 2025
Heading to the races? Then here’s a reliable tip or two. Our guide on what to wear will help you master the style etiquette of the season’s most prestigious racing events – from Royal Ascot to the Grand National.
REFINED 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 lean more strict, so make sure you choose a race day 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 if the forecast is looking rainy, wear a shower-proof trench.
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CONTEMPORARY CHIC
Dresses not your style? Choose a chic trouser co-ord instead.
Flattering in
fit and fluid in fabric, consider deeper tones that look just as good at sundown.
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 Stephania carnation pink fascinator.
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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, court shoes or espadrille wedges stylishly blur the lines between chic and lawn-friendly, while our collection of clutch bags will add the final touch.
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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
Expertly designed to fit and flatter, discover elegant prints and timeless silhouettes that answer every event.
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