What to Wear to Ascot
Ladies Day at Ascot has a notoriously strict dress code (remember when fascinators were banned last year?). So to help outfit planning when attending the races this year, the Royal Enclosure Style Guide has been released, featuring beautifully shot outfits that comply with the race style rules.
Going to the races yourself, or just love a jaunty hat? Flick through for some styling inspiration - and the 2013 dress code in full.
"Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as falling just above the knee or longer. Jackets and pashminas may be worn but dresses and tops underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure dress code"
"Hats should be worn; a headpiece which has a base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat"
"Trouser suits are welcome. They should be of full length and of matching material and colour"
"Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater"
"Ladies are also kindly asked to note the following:
Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti straps and dresses with a strap of less than one inch (2.5cm) are not permitted. Midriffs must be covered. Fascinators are no longer permitted in the Royal Enclosure; neither are headpieces which do not have a base covering a sufficient area of the head (4 inches/10cm").
