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Racing Fashion Weekly

You are invited · Sat 6 Nov 2027

Montpelier Hunt Races

James Madison's Montpelier, Montpelier Station, United States

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Racing on the lawn of James Madison's home: 'A timeless tweedy country look is always appropriate', hats welcome, with a hat contest after the second race.

what to wear

The dress code

Dress standard
Smart
Millinery
encouraged
Season
Autumn

Women

Official FAQ: sturdy, waterproof shoes with low heels are good for dewy mornings; layer - November mornings are cool, afternoons can be warm. 'Hats for the ladies are welcome! A timeless tweedy country look is always appropriate.' (read 2026-11-13)

Encouraged

  • tweedy country look
  • hat
  • sturdy low-heeled waterproof shoes
  • layers

Men

Tweedy country look; in Corporate Row gentlemen wear jackets and ties; other areas are country casual (collared shirts).

Encouraged

  • tweed jacket
  • tie in Corporate Row

Outfits built to this dress code

What to wear to Autumn hunt meets

5 outfits for women and men, with the reason each one passes.

See the outfits

Styling notes

Tweed, tall boots, felt hats, fall colour.

Weather

Montpelier Station early November: about 4-16 C, cool mornings.

History

First jump race at Montpelier 1929, hosted by Marion duPont Scott; 92nd running in 2027.

where you are standing

Enclosure by enclosure

Corporate Row tents

Custom described on the official site.

Women

Ladies 'in corresponding dress, slacks or skirts with boots'.

Men

Gentlemen in jackets and ties.

Other areas

Women

Country casual.

Men

Country casual; collared shirts.

Fashions on the Field

  • Hat Contest held after the second race 'with many categories and terrific prizes' (categories not listed on the page read)
  • Tailgate Contest

Check the official details before you go: montpelierraces.org ↗

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