Glamorous revellers donned their finest frocks and fancy hats as they descended on York racecourse for Ladies’ Day this morning.
Daring hem lines, floral frocks and sky-scraper heels were all on display as the event returned after a two-year hiatus.
The high-profile race meeting, which is formally known as Yorkshire Ebor Festival, started with the Juddmonte International yesterday and runs over four days, culminating on Saturday.
It was cancelled last year due to the UK being in lockdown – but racegoers made the most of dressing up again, with stylish revellers turning the racecourse into a sea of colour with their vibrant ensembles and summer prints.
Glamorous revellers donned their finest frocks and fabulous hats as they descended on York racecourse for Ladies’ Day this morning
Heely great! These well-heeled revellers teamed skyscraper heels with their stylish frocks and fancy fascinators for a day out at the races
Hat’s the way to do it! This glamorous duo opted for millinery bedecked with intricate details including butterflies flowers and feathers
Stylish revellers made their way to the front of the stands so they could see the action unfold in front of them
Glamaorous racegoers trackside during Darley Yorkshire Oaks day of the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival
The races – one of the highlights of the British racing calendar – attracts enthusiasts from all over the country.
There is no formal dress code at the Ebor Festival – with the exception of an obligatory jacket, shirt and tie for men in the County Stand.
However, guests are reminded to dress ‘within the bounds of decency’ and take inspiration from ‘wedding attire’.
Women are also encouraged to sport ‘dresses, high heeled shoes together with hats or fascinators’ on the event’s official website – although organisers note that ‘it’s most important that you feel comfortable and enjoy your day’.
From pastel blues to bright yellows, racegoers ensured the racecourse was a sea of colours as they arrived for Ladies’ Day
Among the best dressed revellers was a lady who donned a canary yellow jumpsuit and multi-coloured blazer
Hats off to you! Glamorous racegoers donned their finest frocks and fancy fascinators as they descended on York racecourse for Ladies’ Day this morning
All things bright and beautiful! This stylish racegoer made sure she took out in a very bold hat adored with bright yellow flowers
Ladies in red! Shades of rouge proved popular today, with one lady matching her frock with her umbrella, clutch bag and fascinator – now that’s coordination!
Leading the glamour: While ladies dressed up in full glamour, men were also suited and booted in a bid to impress at a day at the races
So Vogue! Daring hem lines, floral frocks and sky-scraper heels were all on display as the event returned after a two-year hiatus
Many sported glamorous summer dresses, while others went all out and incorporated an elaborate headpiece as they prepared for a day of jam-packed action
Strike a pose! Oversized sunglasses proved popular as glamorous racegoers descended on York racecourse for Ladies’ Day this morning
The festival is widely regarded as the most prestigious meeting at York in the calendar.
Each day racegoers will have the opportunity to watch and participate in the Ebor Fashion Lawn, a catwalk culminating in the announcement of the ‘best dressed racegoer’ picked by a panel of judges.
Among the best-dressed today included a lady dressed in a bold red dress with a matching fascinator, while another opted for an eyecatching pale pink and black polka dot off the shoulder dress.
While the festival is all about horse racing, many were keen to cause a diversion by flaunting their figures and posing for the cameras.
A sea of colour! Stylish racegoers covered every colour of the rainbow with their bold, bright glamorous ensembles
One glamorous reveller opted for a whole polka dot assemble (left), while another put on a stylish display in florals as they arrived for Darley Yorkshire Oaks day of the Welcome to Yorkshire Ebor Festival
Racegoers with extravagant headpieces waited patiently to see if their bet had placed as they enjoyed a day out at York racecourse
The high-profile race meeting, which is formally known as Yorkshire Ebor Festival starts with the Juddmonte International today and runs over four days ending on Saturday. Guests are pictured today
While frilly frocks and heeled sandals were the order of the day, others sported slinky jumpsuits as they descended onto the racecourse
Many of the stylish revellers sported glamorous summer dresses in shades of red, pink and even zebra print
While some revellers opted for patterned frocks (pictured, left), others were keen to coordinate their outfits with their partners (right)
Dressed to impress! These ladies brought the glamour to the races today in fancy fascinators and patterned dresses
Source: DUK News
