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Parisian Chic – refined and elegant, hats encouraged
You are invited · Jun 16–20, 2026
Royal Ascot
Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire, United Kingdom
flagshipHats required
Strictly Formal – morning dress, 4-inch hat base minimum (Royal Enclosure)
Theme colours
- navy
- white
- pastels
- classic
what to wear
The dress code
- Dress standard
- Black Tie / Morning Dress
- Millinery
- required
Women
The pinnacle of British racing fashion. Strict dress code in Royal Enclosure.
Required
- Formal day dress (below knee)
- Hat or substantial headpiece (4-inch base minimum)
- Straps on shoulders (1 inch min)
- Covered midriff
Encouraged
- British designers
- Classic elegance
- Subtle patterns
- Refined colour palette
Leave at home
- Fascinators (Royal Enclosure)
- Strapless/off-shoulder (Royal Enclosure)
- Jumpsuits (Royal Enclosure)
- Bare midriffs
- Mini skirts
Men
Morning dress required in Royal Enclosure. Black or grey morning coat.
Required
- Morning coat (black/grey)
- Waistcoat
- Plain shirt
- Tie
- Top hat (Royal Enclosure)
- Black shoes
Encouraged
- Black or grey trousers
- Traditional styling
- Quality accessories
Leave at home
- Cravats
- Brown shoes
- Novelty items
Weather
Mid-June - 18-24°C. Variable British weather, layers and umbrella recommended.
Check the official details before you go: ascot.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
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