Non-race goers might look to the Royal Ascot as a source of annual sartorial entertainment, however the dress code is more complex than simply 'oversized headwear'. To prevent any fashion faux pas' from occurring, the organisers at Royal Ascot have created a handy - and chic - video to advise racegoers on putting together an Ascot-appropriate look.
Beware though, those who go off-track with the strict
guidelines will not be allowed entry to the Royal Enclosure. Ascot is not like
the Grammys were one can defy the dresscode and still gain entry .
See the comprehensive list of guidelines below:
Royal Enclosure
Ladies
Ladies are kindly reminded that formal day wear is a
requirement in the Royal Enclosure, defined as follows:
• Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as
falling just above the knee or longer.
• Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or
greater.
• Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops
underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code.
• Trouser suits are welcome. They should be of full length
and of matching material and colour.
• Hats should be worn; a headpiece which has a base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in
diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat.
Ladies are kindly asked to note the following:
• Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti straps
and dresses with a strap of less than one inch (2.5cm) are not permitted.
• Midriffs must be covered.
• Fascinators are no longer permitted in the Royal
Enclosure; neither are headpieces which do not have a base covering a
sufficient area of the head (4 inches/10cm).
Gentlemen
Gentlemen are kindly reminded that it is a requirement to
wear either black or grey morning dress which must include:
• A waistcoat and tie (no cravats)
• A black or grey top hat
• Black shoes.
A gentleman may remove his top hat within a restaurant, a
private box, a private club or that facility's terrace, balcony or garden. Hats
may also be removed within any enclosed external seating area within the Royal
Enclosure Garden.
The customisation of top hats (with, for example, coloured
ribbons or bands) is not permitted in the Royal Enclosure.
Children
(Admitted on Friday and Saturday only)
Girls (aged 10-16) should be dressed for a formal occasion.
Smart summer dresses are suggested. Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be
worn but are not compulsory.
Boys (aged 10-16) should either dress in accordance with the
gentlemen's dress code (as set out opposite); or alternatively may wear a
dark-coloured lounge suit with a shirt and tie (whereupon no hat is required).
Grandstand
Ladies
Ladies within the main Grandstand enclosure are encouraged
to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion. Ladies are kindly asked to
take particular note of the following:
• A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all
times.
• Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not
permitted.
• Trousers must be full length and worn with a top that
adheres to the guidelines above (i.e. strapless or sheer strap tops are not
permitted).
• Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops
underneath should still comply with the Grandstand Admission dress code.
• Midriffs must be covered.
• Shorts are not permitted.
Gentlemen
Gentlemen are required to wear a suit with a shirt and tie.
Children
Girls (17 or under) should be dressed for a formal occasion.
Smart summer dresses are suggested. Hats, headpieces or a fascinator may be
worn but are not compulsory.
Boys aged (13-17) should wear a suit or jacket with a shirt
and a tie. Younger boys (12 or under) should be dressed smartly but are not
required to wear a jacket or tie.
A final note
Fancy dress, novelty and branded/promotional clothing are
not allowed on site.
Tickets are on sale now for Royal Ascot 18- 22nd June www.ascot.co.uk
In The Telegraph / http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/videos/TMG9952680/Royal-Ascot-2013-dress-code.html
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