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Racing Fashion Weekly

You are invited · Apr 2–4, 2026

Grand National Festival

Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool, United Kingdom

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Ladies' Day: bold, colourful, glamorous outfits; Grand National Day: smart racewear

Grand National Festival

Theme colours

  • spring pastels
  • navy
  • pink

what to wear

The dress code

Dress standard
Formal
Millinery
encouraged

Women

Britain most famous race. Glamorous Ladies Day tradition.

Required

  • Smart racing attire
  • Weather-appropriate footwear

Encouraged

  • Statement millinery
  • Spring colours
  • Elegant styling

Leave at home

  • Casual wear
  • Sports attire

Men

Smart formal. Suits in County Stand.

Required

  • Smart attire
  • Appropriate footwear

Encouraged

  • Suit
  • Tie
  • Classic style

Leave at home

  • Casual wear
  • Sports shirts

Weather

Early April - 10-16°C. Unpredictable spring weather. Layers and waterproofs advised.

for the day

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