United Kingdom · 5 outfits
What to wear to Randox Grand National Festival
Outfits built to the dress code as the racecourse states it, with the reason each one passes.
where you are standing
All enclosures (no official dress code)
Women
The dress code
'There's no official dress code at The Grand National. We encourage you to come dressed to feel your best!' No fancy dress or sportswear, and no team colours or sports kits.
Outfit 1
Ladies Day statement colour
- Dresses
- Bodycon or fit-and-flare midi in hot pink or cobalt
- Headwear
- Large sculptural hat or oversized bow headpiece
- Shoes
- High heels (carry fold-up flats)
- Bags
- Embellished clutch
- Outerwear
- Tailored coat or faux-fur wrap
Why it passes. No rule on length, straps or headwear; avoids the two bans (fancy dress, sportswear).
On the day. Early April in Liverpool: 5-13°C with wind off the Mersey; mostly hard standing, some grass.
What regulars wear. 'Go glamorous or go home': 2026 added a Best Hat award judged by milliner Lisa Tan.
Outfit 2
Tailored co-ord (Best Suited)
- Suiting
- Sharp trouser suit in pastel or white, wide leg
- Suiting
- Bustier or silk cami beneath
- Headwear
- Wide-brim fedora
- Shoes
- Platform heel
Why it passes. Tailoring has its own award - Best Suited, for 'impeccable tailoring'.
On the day. Warmer than a dress.
What regulars wear. Debenhams is the Official Style Partner; its brands appear in the style guide.
Outfit 3
Grand National Day coat dress
- Dresses
- Belted coat dress, knee length
- Headwear
- Pillbox or headband
- Shoes
- Block heel
- Accessories
- Gloves
Why it passes. Smart and warm; nothing prohibited.
On the day. Saturday crowds are large - comfortable heel.
What regulars wear. Saturday is a notch less showy than Friday.
Common mistakes
- Fancy dress (not allowed at the Festival)
- Football shirts or team colours
- No coat for an April evening
Men
The dress code
No official dress code; no fancy dress, sportswear, team colours or sports kits.
Outfit 1
Sharp three-piece
- Suiting
- Slim three-piece in a bold check or pastel
- Accessories
- Shirt, tie, pocket square
- Shoes
- Tan brogues
- Outerwear
- Overcoat
Why it passes. Competes for Best Suited; nothing prohibited.
On the day. Cold wind; coat needed.
What regulars wear. Liverpool menswear is as competitive as the womenswear.
Outfit 2
Smart separates
- Suiting
- Blazer and tailored trousers
- Accessories
- Open-collar shirt
- Shoes
- Loafers or clean leather trainers
Why it passes. No code; trainers are not banned (sportswear is).
On the day. Layer up.
What regulars wear. House of Cavani is a Jockey Club style partner.
Common mistakes
- Tracksuits or football tops
- Novelty suits (count as fancy dress)
Race days this covers
- Randox Grand National Festival - Ladies Day · Fri 9 Apr 2027
- Randox Grand National Festival - Grand National Day · Sat 10 Apr 2027
Dress codes change. Check the racecourse's own page before you go: thejockeyclub.co.uk