AND THEY'RE OFF

Glam racegoers turn heads for Ladies’ Day at Epsom races with eye-catching dresses & hats despite the miserable weather

We revealed the Epsom dress code for all attendees - including what is banned

Becky Pemberton

Published: 12:53, 31 May 2024
Updated: 17:17, 31 May 2024

STYLISH racegoers have kicked off the prestigious Ladies’ Day today at Epsom - and have not let the grey weather dampen their spirits.

Revellers have arrived dressed to the nines, with an array of eye-catching dresses, unmissable hats and towering stilettos.

Glamorous Charlotte Hawkins lead the way of fashionable attendees at Ladies' Day for Epsom Derby FestivalCredit: i-Images

Epsom Ladies' Day is back with a bang and guests have pulled out all the stops with their outfitsCredit: James Whatling

Epsom ladies didn't let rain get in the way of their fun in SurreyCredit: Simon Jones

One guest oozed elegance with a tiered, floor-length white dress and matching fascinatorCredit: Goff

She may have opted for a blue dress and ruffled hat, but this guest was feeling anything but blue as she arrived for the racingCredit: i-Images

These glamorous ladies looked pretty in pastels as they donned eye-popping headwearCredit: Goff

This guest looked impeccable in a cream buttoned jacket and floral hatCredit: PA

One guest braved a mini dress for the grey-looking day at the racecourseCredit: James Whatling

Two guests huddled under a shawl for warmth as the sun failed to appear for long on the dayCredit: Simon Jones

Women opted for colourful outfits to brighten up the dayCredit: Alamy

Go bold or go home was clearly the manta of these elegant ladiesCredit: Rex

One woman tried to avoid the rain ruining her lemon yellow outfitCredit: Simon Jones

Brollies went up as chic guests rested their feet at EpsomCredit: Rex

One woman was a vision in lilac as she was joined by a smartly dressed friendCredit: PA

There was no missing this vibrant headpiece at Epsom, which certainly added a splash of colour to the eventCredit: PA

Women put their best fashion feet forwards for the Epsom festivitiesCredit: PA

One guest had forgotten an umbrella, but improvised with their jacketCredit: PA

King Charles III and Queen Camilla were all smiles as they attended Friday's Epsom DerbyCredit: PA

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While the popular Ladies’ Day is taking place today, the world's greatest Flat race, the Epsom Derby, is roaring back into action on Saturday.

Every year, the Surrey-based Epsom Downs Racecourse welcomes over 155,000 racegoers over the two-day racing bonanza.

And Ladies’ Day sees both men and women making the pilgrimage to the famous racing meet in their finery.

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This year’s guests are no exception and have dressed to impress, despite the blustery conditions.

Dressing in their best frocks, attendees have been spotted enjoying bottles of champagne, jugs of Pimm's and bottles of beers.

Royalty has been spotted at the racecourse too, with King Charles and Queen Camilla all smiles as they stepped out at the glam races.

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There is no official dress code in the Grandstand enclosure at The Betfred Derby Festival, but attendees are encouraged to dress to “feel your best.”

The website advises outfits can be anything “from bright and bold to subtle and sophisticated.”

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They added: “This is racing’s most spectacular carnival, after all.”

However, some clothing items are banned.

The racecourse prohibits “inappropriate or offensive outfits” or sports clothes featuring “team colours or “team kits.”

While the main areas of the racecourse are more relaxed, those with tickets for the Queen Elizabeth II Stand, will have to follow a formal dress code.

Guests should wear “either black or grey morning dress with a top hat, service dress or full national costume is obligatory on Derby Day.”

What is the dress code for Epsom Derby?

THE Epsom Derby takes place on the first Saturday of June each year and combines the best in fashion with thrilling horse racing.

The main Grandstand has no official dress code, but Epsom encourages racegoers to come “dressed to feel your best”.

They advised guests to channel everything from "bright and bold to subtle and sophisticated."

However, The Queen Elizabeth II stand does have a dress code and requests formal day dresses or suits with a hat or fascinator.

It adds: “You must wear formal day dress or a tailored trouser suit, with a hat or fascinator.”

The Epsom Derby is held at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey on the first Saturday of June each year, and it dates back to 1780.

The iconic race is taking place on Saturday June 1 at 4.30pm BST and fans can watch the race live on ITV1 and Racing TV.

But you can also follow SunSport where we will be providing you with all the latest news.

The Epsom Derby is Britain's biggest race of the Flat season and so the country's leading middle-distance three-year-olds will look to make history in the stallion-making contest.

The race features a big field of runners slugging it out over 12 furlongs on Epsom’s iconic track.

Jockeys, trainers and owners will all be dreaming of the £850,000 first prize and a chance to enter the sport's folklore.