flagshipSun 4 Oct 2026
Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
ParisLongchamp, Paris
Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
You are invited · Sat 4 July 2026
Durban July
Greyville Racecourse, South Africa
flagshipHats required
Theme colours
- annual theme colours
- bold
- statement
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Black Tie / Morning Dress
- Millinery
- required
Women
Africa Greatest Horse Race. Spectacular fashion showcase.
Required
- High fashion attire
- Statement millinery
- Elegant footwear
Encouraged
- South African designers
- Bold fashion statements
- Themed interpretation
Leave at home
- Conservative/plain styling
- Casual wear
Men
Sharp formal styling. Make a statement.
Required
- Formal suit
- Quality accessories
- Polished shoes
Encouraged
- Designer fashion
- Bold styling
- Statement pieces
Leave at home
- Conservative black suit alone
- Casual wear
Weather
Early July - South African winter - 16-23°C. Mild and dry, perfect for fashion.
Check the official details before you go: topendsports.com ↗
for the day
Shop the look
Wendy Scully Millinery
Pink Pastel Texture Fabric Bandeau Headband
$410
Millinery By Mel
MBM5308
$265
Hello Curve
Meryl Plus Size Black Gold Midi Cocktail Dress
$329
Hello Curve
Elyn Plus Size Teal Off Shoulder Cocktail Dress
$269
Blue Bungalow
Alcatraz Beige Leather Slingback Mule
$129.95
Alias Mae
Parlez Black Leather
$229.95
Samantha Rose
Avera Bag
$75
Samantha Rose
Aloria Bag
$79
save the date
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