Royal Ascot is the style jewel of racing season. This morning saw Royal Ascot get off to an enviable start with a bolder, more fashionable dress code that encouraged high-glamour at this famous English meeting.
Royal Ascot is a British calendar event that many consider the highlight of British summer. With no restrictions on Covid and attendees encouraged to show their support for the cause, Royal Ascot can now be considered the best.
The eleventh edition of the Style Guides for Event this year, which is published in English, requires that formality be maintained in the Royal Enclosure. However, it suggests that there will be a relaxed approach in other areas, indicating that exuberant occasions wear should definitely be encouraged in 2022.
The early arrivals of Monday showed that they were paying attention – wearing a wide range of vibrant outfits featuring bold headpieces and statement hats.
The Queen, although she is not expected to attend, will likely be at Windsor Castle watching from the King’s Stand Stakes, when King’s Lynn races in this afternoon’s King’s Lynn Stakes.
Royal Ascot takes a bold step! The first day at the English Meet was a wild one. Two friends opted for bold colors. One chose a stylish tiered dress, the other a light shade with lace panels.
Bring on the bonnets: The style mantra for many of the first day’s attendees appeared to be ‘go bold’, with one racegoers, Vivienne Jenner, showing off her fuschia and lemon headwear
This lady (left) was inspired by the colours of Ukraine’s flag. Her headwear and dress were blue and yellow, respectively.
You can dazzle them: A lot of people arrived at the main spectators’ enclosure in co-ordinating attires. These two friends chose fiery reds as their headwear and orange sunglasses for the aviator.
As always, the Ascot show is dominated by headwear: Lisa Tan, a hatmaker, has incorporated lemon and pink in this millinery swirl, along with some coordinated shades, to create this bold look.
Lisa Tan, milliner, wore pink trouser suits, while the lady to her right matched them with cerise heels and swirling pink.
Tracy Rose was a hat designer and showed off her millinery items. She wore a big satin crown with red borders, accented by a blue satin rose, and showcased her millinery designs.
On the first day, the show-stopping outfit in black and yellow was a hit with everyone. A stylish woman dressed in a lemon 60s dress with matching clutch bag. However, it was the floral oversize headwear that won the hearts of the crowd.
This sophisticated couple is dressed in traditional formal wear, while still displaying pops of colour.
Patriotic Racing fans continue the celebrations of Platinum Jubilee with their red, blue and white hats.
Platty Joobs is at Royal Ascot Racegoers also paid tribute to Queen 70th birthday with red, white, and blue colors
Impact: People chose the most bold colour from the spectrum. These friends have the option of scarlet outfits.
Canine catwalk : Minty the Dog wore green velour with a puffy floral skirt and a pearl-encrusted lead
One of the most striking looks was displayed by a reveller wearing a huge lemon and black floral headpiece paired with a yellow 60s-style dress.
The catwalk featured monochrome, flashes and fuschia frocks, as well as a variety of polka dots in monochrome, along with floating summer dresses in deep, emerald colors. Many people who arrived at the main enclosure chose to wear co-ordinating clothes with their friends.
Tracy Rose and Lisa Tan, hat designers, showed off their millinery to impressive effect. Tracy wore a massive satin crown with red borders and was adorned with a large blue rose. Lisa chose a swirling headpiece in lemon and pink with some coordinated shades.
Beatrice was among the racegoers. She arrived on Edoardo Mapelli mozzi’s arm wearing a stunning, tiered, cream, belted dress, neutral heels, and a rustic-styled hat.
Because of her continuing mobility issues, the Queen cannot attend Royal Ascot today. But there will be a procession with Prince Charles, Camilla, and Peter Phillips in first carriage.
In the second carriage they will be followed by the Duke and Duke of Gloucester, Prince and Princess Michaelof Kent and Prince and Princess Michaelof Kent. While Princess Anne (the Queen’s closest friend Lord de Mauley) and William Nunneley, former head of stewarding for the British Horseracing Authority will be in the third.
A floaty blue top bounded in the breeze with feathered pink accessories. Right: This is a stunning bubblegum-blue dress with a matching floral headpiece in purples, pinks, and blues.
Princess Beatrice, wearing a beautiful belted tiered cream dress with neutral heels and a rustic-style hat, arrives at the event with her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, who donned top hat and tails with a pink tie
At the fourth carriage of the procession, which was revealed today at noon with more details, will be the Earl & Countess from Hopetoun and Tom Hooper. Lady Alexandra Hooper is close to the royals.
Her Majesty, who was an avid visitor to the Berkshire Racecourse prior to the pandemic in 1918, has attended all Royal Meetings since her accession in 1952.
The 96-year old monarch, however, will be watching the King’s Stand Stakes from Windsor Castle at 3.40pm.
After 22 winning races at Royal Ascot, the Queen was one of racegoers who attended last year’s event research program, which was funded by the Government for the sport of racing.
A lot of people adopted patriotic themes to help ensure that the Platinum Jubilee Celebrations continued. Many fans wore red, blue, and white outfits.
“I’m at Ascot!” An ensuited, booted racegoer passes the Union Jack at Ascot.
The return to nature: Horseracing fans arrive at the meet wearing a woven cap adorned with colourful butterflies and natural flowers.
As she arrived in the race track for day 1, this racing fan was dressed in an ochre-coloured, strewn by daisies dress.
Monochrome magic! Day one participants also saw black and white in their colour scheme
All hail the color! Actors The Tootsies were dressed in matching Pretty Dress Company dresses with Sarah Cant hats.
Some festival workers wore dramatic costumes; this pair wore gold ensembles and stilts, as the festival’s first day started.
Royal Ascot is an annual tradition for racegoers. This year however, Royal Ascot seems to encourage guests to dress more boldly than usual.
Royal Ascot Style Book 2011, which marks the eleventh edition, is eager to show racing enthusiasts around the world how British fashion houses can assist those attending Royal Meeting.
The event encourages people of all races to adopt a casual look, as models wear mini dresses and platform shoes while women model in printed clothes and Cuban shirts.
Participants in the Royal Enclosure must wear a moderate hemline. But, elsewhere in this guide, it seems that mini skirts with high waists are permitted in some enclosures.
Many people arrived at the Berkshire Course in summer dresses. Racegoer Bianca Richards chose a cream gown with red ditsy blooms and an apricot headpiece.
Cameras on the move: An assortment of fashionable women take photographs of the racecourse in advance of this afternoon’s action
A sunbeam! A sunbeam! Charlotte Hawkins from Good Morning Britain looked stylish in pale-blue
Scott Wimsett of Personal Threads and Susan Bender, podcast hosts cut elegant figures. Susan Bender wore a delicate scallop-shaped metallic halo.
High glamour, hats off! This racegoer was greeted with a fuschia-colored floral bloom, and another chose to wear a striking silver piece with matching grey feathers.
Strawberries & cream: Sophie Winkleman wore an elegant berry-embroidered tiered summer gown, which was paired with a rustic-styled pillbox hat.
Ulrika Jonsson returned to black with her formal black flowing dress with ruched shoulders. She paired it with a black headpiece
The elegant look of an attendee is white and blue with two blue rose flowers in large and flowing feathers.
Royal Ascot, after being restricted for two years, is ready to host a full-fledged 2022 meeting, where spectators can enjoy the sunny weather and mix with one another.
Do you want a sandwich at the boot? Enjoy a light snack with a glass fizz and two people parked in front of the track before the racing starts
THE OFFICIAL ROYAL ROYAL ASCOT LIVING GUIDE 2022
ROYAL ENCLOSURE CODE DRESS
LADIES
Pictured left: Favourbrook jacket £720, trousers £250, waistcoat £320, tie £95, pocket square £35, Oliver Brown top hat £500, Shirt £85, Shoes: Haes and Curtis £149. Pictured right: The Vampire’s Wife dress £1,650, Handbag £450, Hat: Edwina Ibbotson £1,580, Shoes: Roger Vivier £1,350, Ring: Garrard £8,000
Erdem dress £2490, hat £1395, gloves £390, Emilia Wickstead shoes £515, earrings: 4element. Rentable.
- Skirts and dresses should not be longer than the knee.
- Straps for dresses and tops must be at least one inch. Strapless and off-the shoulder straps, as well as spaghetti or halter neck styles, are prohibited. Tops that have sheer sleeves and straps are not allowed.
- Wearing jackets and pashminas is allowed. The Royal Enclosure Dress Code should be followed when covering tops or dresses. Cover your midriffs.
- Trousers are very welcome. These should extend to the ankle, and they must be of the same material as and in the matching colour.
- Jumpsuits welcome. These should not be below the knee.
- A hat should not be worn. An alternative is a 4 inch (10 cm) diameter headpiece. Familiars are prohibited.
GIRLS
- The Ladies’ Dress Code is for girls aged 10-17 years old. They may, however, wear a fascinator or headpiece as an option to a cap.
GENTLEMEN
Favourbrook jacket £720, trousers £250, waistcoat £280, tie £110, shoes £320, Oliver Brown top hat £500, shirt £85
You must wear a black, navy or grey morning dress.
- You will need a waistcoat and tie.
- Top hats in black and grey
- Socks and black shoes
A gentleman may remove his top hat within a restaurant, a Private Box, a private club or a facility’s terrace, balcony or garden.
You can also remove hats from any enclosure outside the Royal Enclosure Gardens.
In the Royal Enclosure, top hats with coloured bands or ribbons are not allowed to be customized
We do not allow novelty waistcoats or tie-dyed ties. Distinct patterns, as well as patriotic flags (for instance, the national flag), are allowed.
BOYS
- For boys aged 10-17, it is best to dress according to the Gentlemen’s Dress Code. Alternately, a dark-coloured loungesuit with shirt and tie may be worn.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION On-site, it is prohibited to wear novelty or fancy clothing.
QUEEN ANNE ENCLOSURE CODE DRESS CODE
LADIES
Pictured left: Dress: Simone Rocha £995, Hat: Jane Taylor £1,560, ShuShu Tong bag £450, shoes £875. Pictured right: Emilia Wickstead dress: £1,650, shoes £590, Hat: Edwina Ibbotson £2,045
Pictured left: Dress: Lisa the Label £720, Hat: Emily London £885, Shoes: Roger Vivier £1,150. Pictured right: Oliver Brown suit £327, shirt £85, tie £69, pocket square: Richard Anderson £84, shoes: Christian Louboutin £775
The Queen Anne Enclosure requires that ladies dress appropriately for a formal event.
- You should always wear a cap, hat, or fascinator.
- Tops and dresses that are too sheer or strapless, as well as tops with exposed skin, are prohibited. Note that we define strapless necklines as off-the shoulders, Bardot or one shoulder. Tops, dresses and blouses that have sheer sleeves or straps are not allowed. Cover your midriff.
- Jumpsuits must not be shorter than the knee, and trousers should only reach full length. Both should adhere to the neckline requirements. The wearing of shorts is not allowed.
GIRLS
- Girl aged 17 years and younger should dress for a formal event. It is a good idea to wear smart summer clothes.
- While hats, headpieces, and fascinators can be worn without being required to do so they may not be compulsory.
GENTLEMEN
Richard James jacket £585, trousers £345, Oliver Brown shirt £85, tie £49, Hawes and Curtis pocket square £29, shoes £149
Pictured left: Oliver Spencer suit jacket £369, suit trousers £189, shirt: Budd £130, Tie: Oliver Brown £59, pocket square: Richard Anderson £95, shoes: Harry’s £350. Pictured right: Richard James jacket £745, trousers £325, shirt: Budd £130, tie: Oliver Brown £49, pocket square: Richard Anderson £95, shoes: Russel and Bromley £225
The Gentlemen’s Dress code Gentlemen must wear a long-length, collared suit and tie. Please note that jackets and pants should match in colour and pattern.
- Always wear a tie. No bow ties or cravats.
- To cover your ankle, socks must be worn. You are forbidden to wear jeans, chinos or trainers.
BOYS
- A suit jacket, shirt and tie should be worn by boys between the ages of 10 and 17. For boys aged nine years and younger, a suit or jacket with a shirt and tie is appropriate.
VILLAGE ENCLOSURE
LADIES
Pictured left: Bora Aksu blouse £429, skirt £385, shoes £595, hat: Juliette Botterill £370, handbag: Roger Vivier £1,050. Pictured right: dress: Temperley £560, hat: Yuan Li Milinery £580, shoes: Jimmy Choo £750
Pictured left: Shrimps dress £495, bag £475, hat: Bee Smith £250, shoes: Office £40, earrings: Margaux Studios £195. Pictured right: Gant blazer £350, trousers £175, shirt: Hawes and Curtis £55, tie: Oliver Brown £59, shoes: Christian Louboutin £775
The Village Enclosure requires that ladies dress appropriately for a formal event.
- You should always wear a cap, a headpiece, or fascinator.
- Tops and dresses that are too sheer or strapless, as well as tops with sheer sleeves and necklines, are prohibited. Note that we define strapless necklines as off-the shoulders, Bardot or one shoulder. Tops, dresses and blouses that have sheer sleeves or straps are not allowed. Cover your midriff.
- Jumpsuits must not be shorter than the waist, while trousers should reach at least the ankle. Both should adhere to the neckline requirements. The wearing of shorts is not allowed
The Village Enclosure has a grassy area so ladies need to consider the size of their shoes and hats. Large headwear and stilettos are better suited to smaller heads with smaller fascinators or hats.
GIRLS
- Girl aged 17 years and younger should dress for a formal event. It is a good idea to wear smart summer clothes.
- Although hats and headpieces are required, it is not a requirement.
GENTLEMEN
Gant blazer £350, trousers £175, Hawes and Curtis shirt £55, shoes £149, tie: Oliver Brown £59
The dress code for gentlemen is to wear full length trousers, jackets and collared shirts and ties.
- Always wear a tie. In the Village Enclosure, you can wear cravats or bow ties.
- To protect the ankle, socks must be worn.
- No jeans and no trainers.
BOYS
A suit jacket, shirt and tie should be worn by boys between the ages of 10 and 17. For younger boys, nine to seventeen years old, it is acceptable to dress smartly. However, they are not required or encouraged by the law to have a tie or jacket.
WINDSOR ENCLOSURE
LADIES
Dress: LK Bennett £499, hat: Juliette Botterill £430, shoes: Kurt Geiger £99
While there’s no formal dress code for Windsor Enclosure, ladies are advised to wear smart daywear.
Ladies should wear smart clothes with a fascinator or hat.
GENTLEMEN
Ted Baker jacket £279, trousers £150, shirt £95, pocket square: Oliver Brown £35, shoes: Grenson £295
There is not an official dress code at the Windsor Enclosure. However, it is encouraged for gentlemen to wear smart daywear.
A jacket, collared shirt, and long trousers are recommended for Gentlemen.
On the opening day of the horse racing meeting, two racegoers jog across the Ascot lawns.
This year’s style guide for the Royal Meeting, the 11th, is eager to prove to race fans that British fashion houses can be of assistance to those who attend the Royal Meeting.
The early arrivals were dressed in the most recent dress code, sporting a variety of vibrant outfits and statement hats.
Participants in the best clothes flooded the doors for champagne and fun under the sun as the gates opened
Finery: This morning’s Royal Ascot queues were filled with men dressed in tails and tops heading to the Royal Enclosure.
Formal: While the Royal Enclosures requires that attendees wear Sunday best, other areas of the racecourse have a relaxed dress code.
The hats were once again practical. This elegant, wide-brimmed number keeps the sun out.
Ascot Racecourse is expected to see thousands of people descend upon it over the next few days. This event, which has been a highlight in society’s calendar for many years, will be televised live on the internet.
Star watch: Stradivarius (pictured at the event 2021) will take on nine opponents as he attempts to win the fourth Gold Cup at Royal Ascot.
At the race event, which is just one stone from Windsor with huge Union Jacks welcoming guests, celebrations of Platinum Jubilee will be continued
Royal Ascot Style Guide is the Official Dress Code for the Royal Meeting. It serves as a guide and inspiration to the world of occasion dressing.
Rachel Bakewell, an acclaimed stylist, has styled the styling. She seems to be encouraging racegoers adopt a casual look to the event. Female models are allowed to wear mini dresses and platform heels while men can wear printed shirts or Cuban shirts.
Participants in the Royal Enclosure must wear a moderate hemline. But, elsewhere in this guide, it seems that mini skirts with high waists are permitted in some enclosures.
The guide features brands such as Erdem, Shrimps, Vampire’s Wife, and Simone Rocha. They are styled in Royal Ascot’s four enclosures’ dress codes.
The Royal Ascot Style guide 2022 pays tribute to the amazing talent and style of British and international fashion houses. It features trendsetting designs by established and new brands as well as high-end and high-street labels.