Racing is as much about the fashions on the field as it is about the horses.
We take a look back in time at how racing fashions have changed since the early 1900’s.
The styles may be vastly different, but the frocks and fancy of the races are always a great excuse to bring out your finest in dresses and hats!
Fashionistas from the 20s at Royal Ascot.
France – Circa 1905: Ladies at horse-races showcasing the early days of racing fashion.
The early 1900’s were as much about fashion at the races as today. This image is from 1914 showing the fashions at Ascot.
The Pearley Family at the races in 1952.
1987: Princess Diana and Sarah Duchess Of York epitomise the 80s attending The Derby
1999: an Ascot racegoer shows the lengths some people will go to for their racing ensemble
1999: Oaks Day, the be-all and end-all of race days for ladies to display their finest spring fashions.
2004: Fashion in the Fields contestants prepare to be judged
2005: A racegoer wears a typical Ascot fashion hat featuring the Flying Scotsman
2006: Kate Ritchie complimenting her stunning headwear with a simple little black dress.
2006: Kate Bosworth harks back to the roaring 20s with this lace dress at Victoria Derby day.
2007: Jennifer Hawkins shows that race wear certainly isn’t as traditional as it used to be.
2008: What a hat!
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2008: Dressing as a group for a colourful impact for the first day of the Royal Ascot races
2009: Star attractions, supermodels Miranda Kerr and Megan Gale at the Caulfield Cup
Rebecca Twiggley shows a race outfit must combine fabulous millinery and a statement dress
Laura Dundovic keeps her dress simple to focus on her statement headpiece
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