United Kingdom · 5 outfits
What to wear to Betfred Derby Festival - Ladies Day and all other enclosures
Outfits built to the dress code as the racecourse states it, with the reason each one passes.
where you are standing
Grandstand, Upper Tattenham, The Hill (no official dress code)
Women
The dress code
No official dress code - 'dressed to feel your best'. Avoid inappropriate or offensive fancy dress; team colours and kits are not permitted.
Outfit 1
Summer-chic midi
Why it passes. No rules; fits the 'best dressed, summer chic' billing and the Style Awards.
On the day. Grass and slopes: wedges.
What regulars wear. Style Awards on Ladies Day: 'No dress codes, no limits'.
Outfit 2
Jumpsuit and blazer
Why it passes. No rules.
On the day. A layer for the breeze.
What regulars wear. Debenhams supports the awards.
Outfit 3
The Hill, relaxed
Why it passes. The Hill has no code; trainers are fine.
On the day. Open downland; bring a rug.
What regulars wear. Funfair and picnic atmosphere.
Common mistakes
- Team kits
- Heels on The Hill
Men
The dress code
No official dress code - 'dressed to feel your best'. No offensive fancy dress; no team kits.
Outfit 1
Summer suit
- Suiting
- Light-blue or stone suit
- Accessories
- Open collar or tie
- Shoes
- Loafers
Why it passes. No rules; smart for the Grandstand.
On the day. Warm with breeze.
What regulars wear. Many Grandstand racegoers still wear a suit on Derby Day.
Outfit 2
Polo and tailored shorts
- Suiting
- Tailored shorts
- Accessories
- Polo shirt
- Shoes
- Clean trainers
Why it passes. The Jockey Club lists tailored shorts, trainers and polo tops as acceptable.
On the day. Sun protection.
What regulars wear. Typical of The Hill.
Common mistakes
- Football shirts
Dress codes change. Check the racecourse's own page before you go: thejockeyclub.co.uk