Grab glamour with both hands and get ready for race season. Whether it’s Cheltenham, Aintree or Ascot, make sure the fashion odds are in your favour. We are placing bets on you being the best-dressed guest, so we’ve pulled together some expert tips on what to wear to the races 2020.
Whether it’s a timeless classic or a new trend-led style, elegant formalwear is an investment not to be made lightly. From lace dresses to a smart blazer and trouser combination, we’ve got the styles you’ll want to place bets on.
Top Tips To Get You Ready For Race Day
- Think sustainably. Where are you going to be able to re-wear the outfit again? Try picking something you can wear to another formal event you’ve got coming up.
- You’re going to be walking around all-day, think practically about your footwear. Don’t let your stilettos get stuck in the grass, try block heels or wedges – they’re comfortable too!
- It’s England – the weather is likely to be unpredictable. Go for layers you can pop on and remove with ease. Opt for lightweight duster jackets with mid-length dresses and blazers with blouses and trouser combos.
- Accessories are key. From fascinators and clutch bags to footwear and jewellery, these are the finishing touches that will take your race-ready outfit to the next level.
Classic Little Black Dress
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Simple and effective, black dresses exude timeless charm.
In the midst of the latest trends and must-have styles, sometimes you just want a reliable dress and you can re-wear time-and-time again. If you want to add a pop of colour, try a bold shoe and clutch combo or keep it understated with nude accessories.
Pussybow Tie Tunic Dress | Ruched Skater Dress | Bardot Maxi Dress
Printed Dresses
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You’re guaranteed to look a winner in a printed dress. Whether it’s a shape flattering wrap style with a plunging v-neckline, smock dresses with frilled hems and ruffles or an elegant midaxi dress finishing with statement sleeves, pick your go-to shape in a range of floral and polka dot prints. Match your accessories to one of the colours within the print or keep it simple in nude.
Floral Midaxi Dress| Floral Frill Wrap Dress| Polka Dot Smock Dress
Lace Dresses
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Feel and look the part in a lace dress. From all-over lace styles to inserts and overlays, lace dresses ooze elegance and much like black dresses, provide timeless charm. From flattering skater styles to dresses with high-low hems, these are the dresses perfect for ladies day.
Lace Foral Dress | Sateen High Low Lace Dress | Lace Shoulder Dress
Statement Skirts
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Floaty and feminine, skirts are the perfect race-ready separate. Whether it’s a midi or a maxi, they are an easy style to keep you cool and comfortable – especially on warmer days. For a trend-led finish, choose bold floral prints or styles with frilled details and pair with an understated bodysuit.
Denim Look Skirt | Fishtail Skirt | Floral Skirt
Easy Layers
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Make sure you’re ready for the unpredictable weather here in the UK and have layers to hand. Channel heritage charm with a checked blazer jacket paired with a dark trouser or opt for longline duster jackets with midi length dresses.
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