Fashion is just as important as the spectacle of horse racing at Ascot. It is a tradition to pick the colour of the monarch's hat on Ladies Day. Today bets on the hue of the Queen's hat and the Queen's horse was favourite for the Gold Cup.
Here the Queen enjoys the close finish when her horse wins.
Much to the delight of many was the news that the Queen's horse Estimate won the Gold Cup ridden by Ryan Moore. This is the first time a reining monarch has won the Gold Cup.
Some one who wasn't happy was designer Tracey Rose who wasn't allowed into the Royal enclosure as her dress was too short.
Her £3000 hat and the dress worn to match were stopped by the fashion police.
Here we have a much better example of the dress code at Ascot.
Ladies fashion etiquette for the Royal enclosure is as follows;
Dresses and skirts should be of a modest length, defined as falling just above the knee or longer
Straps should be one inch wide or greater
Jackets and pashminas may be worn
Trouser suits are welcome. They should be full length and of matching material and colour.
Hats should be worn. A headpiece which has a base of four inches or more in diameter is acceptable. No fascinators.
Midriffs should be covered
Strapless, off the shoulder, halterneck and spaghetti straps are not permitted.
Men
It is a requirement to wear black or grey morning dress, which must include a waistcoat and tie (no cravats) and a black or grey top hat and black shoes.
Grandstand – women
A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times.
Strapless or sheer strap dresses and tops are not permitted.
Trousers must be full length and worn with a top that adheres to the guidelines above (ie strapless or sheer strap tops are not permitted).
Midriffs must be covered.
Shorts are not permitted.
Men
Gentlemen are required to wear a suit with a shirt and tie.
In addition to the dress code advice, no fancy dress, novelty and branded or promotional clothing is allowed within the racecourse during Royal Ascot.
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