How to Look Your Best for a Day at the Races

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Are you planning to attend a horse racing event? If this is the first time you have attended an event like this, you are in for a real treat. All of the major horse races attract a huge number of attendees. But not everyone is there solely to place bets and to watch the horses and their riders compete. Instead, one thing that horse racing events are widely known for is their sense of style and elegance.

Even if you attend a race day to watch the horses in action, you won’t be able to miss the impressive array of fashion and style on display. Race days are an event like no other when it comes to soaking up an exciting atmosphere and dressing up in your finest clothes. 

Ensuring that you look your best for a day at the races is essential to help you attend the event exuding confidence and style. Here are some top tips to help you look and feel your best for race day:

Choose the Perfect Dress

One of the most important (and best!) parts of preparing for a day at the races is selecting the ideal outfit. Most people choose to wear dresses for the races, and this is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a dress that you truly love. 

It is wise to double check the dress code for the race day before you buy your dress so that you can ensure you do not accidentally breach it. Once you know the dress code, it will be so much easier for you to select the perfect dress for the occasion.

Select Your Accessories

No race day outfit is complete without a host of stylish accessories to finish the look. Wearing a hat or a fascinator is a must if you want to fully embrace race day style. When choosing your headwear, don’t forget to ensure that it is comfortable to wear throughout the day and won’t disrupt your view of the racing action. 

Consider Your Footwear Carefully

A trip to the races means that you are going to spend a lot of time standing up. With this in mind, it is essential to consider your footwear choices carefully. When choosing your shoes, you will need to not only think about which style, color, and design will best match your dress; you also need to think about comfort and practicality. Firstly, you don’t want to wear shoes that are going to hurt your feet. Wearing shoes that rub and pinch your feet will spoil your enjoyment of the day. So, ensure you wear whichever pair of shoes you choose a few times before the big day arrives. 

One final factor you will need to consider is whether your shoes are going to sink into the grass. Wearing a stiletto-style heel can cause major issues when walking on grass, and you may find them getting stuck in the ground. But with the right shoes, you will be ready to embrace the day.