Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit or a blazer with smart trousers, together with a shirt, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No denim jeans of any colour, no trainers, no shorts, no sportswear and no fancy dress will be permitted.
Do I have to wear a suit to the races?
The classic Flat racing attire for men is a collared shirt with trousers and smart shoes. Some choose to finish the look with a tie and blazer but this is personal preference, and to some extent determined by the weather.
What do men wear to the 2022 races?
At the races, it is typical for gents to don suit jackets, shirts and trousers as the main body of their outfit. For the summer months, we recommend selecting a classy linen suit jacket in a lighter colour to keep you cool and give a fresh yet fashionable look.
Are men allowed at ladies Day Chester races?
For gentlemen a collar is required, either polo shirt or collared shirt. Smart (not ripped) jeans, trousers or chinos are permitted. We encourage a smart dress code in all enclosures, so feel free to dress up and enjoy the occasion.
Can you wear trousers to the races?
Where once dresses were your only option, jumpsuits and elegant formal trousers are now acceptable at most racing events. For formal events, jumpsuits and trousers will need to be full-length rather than cropped. So, it’s always best to double check the dress code if you’ve decided to opt away from a dress choice.
What do men wear to Chester races?
Gentlemen are required to wear a well-tailored suit or a blazer with smart trousers, together with a shirt, collar and tie. Ladies are required to wear smart dress. No denim jeans of any colour, no trainers, no shorts, no sportswear and no fancy dress will be permitted.
What do men wear to races casual?
Choose a shirt you can wear under a suit jacket with smart trousers for the event, but also wear again with jeans for a more smart casual look. Consider selecting trousers that look stylish for the races, as well as weddings and workwear.
How should I dress for a race?
Dress in layers so that you feel comfortable at the starting line. Go for running tights or pants if it’s cool, or fleece-lined pants if it’s downright cold. Depending on the temps and weather conditions, you may want to add a lightweight quarter-zip and/or a jacket that can withstand rain and wind.
Can you wear a black suit to the races?
If you’re not one to stand out, the best races outfit would be a contemporary suit in black, grey, or pinstripe. Suits like this don’t jump out but will definitely make you look the part.
How do you dress for racing?
Wear anything casual like denim, sportswear, untailored pants and jackets, leggings, sneakers or thongs (shoes that go between the first two toes). Show too much skin – bare midriffs (including cut-outs) are a no-no, as are strapless dresses or spaghetti straps in members’ areas. Avoid shorts and short playsuits.
Is there sniffer dogs at Chester races?
Do you have sniffer dogs? It is common to see sniffer (drug detection) dogs outside the racecourse at our admission gates on a race day.
What do men wear to ladies day at the races?
For gentlemen it is best to wear a suit and for ladies a smart dress. Hats are an optional choice but many see the races as a prime place to don some head ware. There is Ladies Day, of course, which celebrates the style and fashions that are seen at Aintree with a Best Dressed competition.
Can you take beer into Chester races?
A moderate amount of alcohol (two cans of beer or half a bottle of wine per person) can only be brought on to the Open Course via car. No alcohol may be brought onto the site by foot. All alcohol brought onto the site by racegoers must be consumed in the car park picnic area.
What do you wear to the races UK?
The Grandstand and Paddock has no formal dress code and feel free to dress as you wish and feel comfortable. However, taking a lead from the County Stand dress code, many of our racegoers in this enclosure do like to use a day at the races as an excuse to get glammed up.
What colour suit do you wear to the races?
You should wear a grey or black morning suit complete with a waistcoat and tie and a top hat if you’re going to this race meeting.
Is Chester races flat or jumps?
The racecourse’s position in the city makes race meetings at Chester very popular as it is only a very short stroll to all the hotels, bars, shopping and restaurants. The racecourse itself is just over 1-mile (1.6 km) long, flat and raced anti-clockwise or left-handed.
What should a man wear to a premiere?
A tuxedo or a suit and tie (in any color) is your best outfit if you’re going to a movie premiere. If the dress code only calls for semi-formal wear, then a casual blazer would do just fine!
Do you have to wear a suit at the Kentucky Derby?
Smart Casual
Jackets and blazers optional, vests, shirts with collars, sweaters, dresses, pantsuits, dress jeans, dress shorts and slacks are appropriate. Cargo shorts, t-shirts, halter tops, athletic wear, frayed or torn denim or shorts and tennis shoes are not permitted in these areas.
Can you wear jeans to horse racing?
Smart denim jeans are acceptable, however jeans must not have tears or rips. You don’t need a hat or fascinator on any race days outside The Derby.
Can you wear a polo shirt to the races?
Wear whatever makes you comfortable. During the regular work week, most people at the races have on jeans and t-shirts. If you’re going on a big race day and don’t want to dress up, stick with a comfortable pair of pants and polo shirt. That goes for ladies and gentlemen.
What should a man wear to ride a horse?
Well, that’s honestly pretty simple: the best horseback riding clothes are closed-toe shoes without a heel (or with a heel less than 1″), some comfortable pants, and a shirt that does not overly restrict movement. That’s about it! Of course, winter wear would include gloves and a jacket but the same rules still apply.