And there off, everyone has placed their bets, who will win the race? As much as the races are about placing bets, winners and losers, it’s also about the best dressed. Have you ever been to the races, have you ever thought about what to wear? I for one have thought about what I would like to wear and lord knows what hat I would choose. But today’s post isn’t about what I would wear but rather some ideas for the men fashion.
One thing I always love about watching the best dressed at the races is all the bright colours. Looking through all the various enclosures and the private boxes, everyone is dressed for summer. No one dresses like they are off to the races but more a meeting place for all people from various walks of life. In today’s article we aim to share our tips on what to wear to the races focusing on men’s fashion.
What to wear to the races
Every social event as prestigious as the Royal Ascot requires a dress code of sorts. It is not a place wear your nice pair of jeans and flip-flops will take a fancy. You will definitely need to up your game a thousands folds there is a strict dress code. In this article we aim to share some of the outfits you could wear to the races.
A Winning Combo!
Wearing a suit and tie is always a safe bet and a winning combo in my book for many occasions. Looking through some of Suit Direct collection, we loved the Pierre Cardin two piece set. It is always nice when the suit not only fits well but feels good wearing it and can be worn to many occasions. Pair this with your best formal wear shoes to finish off the look.
Casual Smart Combo
Not everyone is keen on wearing suits but when it is a requirement, you need to think outside the box. It doesn’t have to be boring, as I mentioned already at the races you can brighten it up. Pair your nice pair of suit trousers with a nice shirt and thrown on a brightly coloured blazer.
Now depending on which enclosure you find yourself in, there are four to make note of. The Royal enclosure is one full of simplicity but top hats are a strict requirement. Queen Anne enclosure is similar to the royal enclosure except the top hat is not mandatory. Then you have Village enclosure which is a more recent one, you can spice up the colours in this enclosure. And finally the Windsor enclosure which is the more relaxed of all the enclosures at the Royal Ascot.
The races are one of the most incredible social events where you can enjoy in the fun and dress your best. I hope to one day make it to the races but until then I will stick to seeing it on the telly.
Have you ever been to the races?
Alli Smith says
I’ve never been to the races and I didn’t realize men should wear suits. I learned so much about the dress code for the different enclosures. This is very interesting!
Melissa Chapman says
Here in New York people don’t dress so nice when they go to the racetrack. Of course the Kentucky Derby or Saratoga are a little different adn trendy fashions are the rule.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
This is a great reference for men planning to attend any races. We’ve never been, but I know quite a few people that do go.
Tasheena says
This is a wonderful post. I would love to pick up a couple of these pieces for the Mister so we could have them on hand in event that we do attend a race.
Pam Wattenbarger says
I had no idea that men should wear suits to the races. It is easy to think of suits as boring but really they are easy to jazz up.
Carol Cassara says
I don’t think my husband and I have attended a race, at least not in a long time. It’s really nice to have a guide like this for men. We don’t often have fashion tips for them so this really helps!
Roch says
A casual combo will be more comfortable to wear in a race. Having a comfortable set of clothes will get more attention.
Lisa Favre says
That suit that he’s sporting looks really great! Such a great fit and it’s such a classic cut and color.
Jenn@Engineermommy says
We have never been to the races but I’d love to visit one day. It looks like a fun day! I had no idea the dress code was that formal. My husband actually needs a new suit so I’ll check out this site.
Dina Demarest says
There is nothing better than a man in a nice suit. He was looking amazing in that suit.
Candy says
We have never been to horse relaxes before. Didn’t know you had to get all dressed up. Beautiful looking suits.
Angela Ricardo says
Totally love the tips and ideas. How I wish we had this post to check out recently before attending the Preakness Stakes. Different but very entertaining. Will show this to hubby for reference.
Kita Bryant says
These are some very classy looks. These are some great tips for sure!
Kita Bryant says
These are some very classy looks. These are some great tips for sure!
Chubskulit Rose says
I have never attended a horse racing event but I would like to do that one day so I can wear a fancy hat ha ha. Did not know that men are supposed to dress up too.
Terri Steffes says
I like seeing the gents in a suit and tie, and don’t forget the polished boots and a great hat.
Carol Cassara says
I don’t think my husband and I have attended a race, at least not in a long time. It’s really nice to have a guide like this for men. We don’t often have fashion tips for them so this really helps!
Roch says
A casual combo will be more comfortable to wear in a race. Having a comfortable set of clothes will get more attention.
Lisa Favre says
That suit that he’s sporting looks really great! Such a great fit and it’s such a classic cut and color.
Dina Demarest says
There is nothing better than a man in a nice suit. He was looking amazing in that suit.
Pam Wattenbarger says
I had no idea that men should wear suits to the races. It is easy to think of suits as boring but really they are easy to jazz up.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
This is a great reference for men planning to attend any races. We’ve never been, but I know quite a few people that do go.
Candy says
We have never been to horse relaxes before. Didn’t know you had to get all dressed up. Beautiful looking suits.
Tasheena says
This is a wonderful post. I would love to pick up a couple of these pieces for the Mister so we could have them on hand in event that we do attend a race.
Jenn@Engineermommy says
We have never been to the races but I’d love to visit one day. It looks like a fun day! I had no idea the dress code was that formal. My husband actually needs a new suit so I’ll check out this site.
Melissa Chapman says
Here in New York people don’t dress so nice when they go to the racetrack. Of course the Kentucky Derby or Saratoga are a little different adn trendy fashions are the rule.
Alli Smith says
I’ve never been to the races and I didn’t realize men should wear suits. I learned so much about the dress code for the different enclosures. This is very interesting!
Angela Ricardo says
Totally love the tips and ideas. How I wish we had this post to check out recently before attending the Preakness Stakes. Different but very entertaining. Will show this to hubby for reference.