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Royal Enclosure

Suitable
Hat Acceptable Substantial fascinator acceptable Acceptable One inch strap acceptable
Matching trouser-suits acceptable Doff top hat as The Queen travels down the course Acceptable Acceptable


Unsuitable 		     
Hair Clip Not Acceptable Holding a Shawl Not Acceptable Insubstantial Fascinator Not Acceptable Shoulders Uncovered Not Acceptable
Short Skirt Not Acceptable Shoestring Straps Not Acceptable Flimsy Shawl Not Acceptable Not Acceptable


Royal Enclosure Dress Code

Her Majesty’s Representative wishes to point out that only formal day dress with a hat or substantial fascinator will be acceptable. Off the shoulder, halter neck, spaghetti straps and dresses with a strap of less than one inch and miniskirts are considered unsuitable. Midriffs must be covered and trouser suits must be full length and of matching material and colour.

Gentlemen are required to wear either black or grey morning dress, including a waistcoat, with a top hat. A gentleman may remove his top hat within a restaurant, a private box, a private club or that facility’s terrace, balcony or garden. Hats may also be removed within any enclosed external seating area within the Royal Enclosure Garden.

Overseas visitors are welcome to wear the formal national dress of their country or Service dress.

Ladies and Gentlemen not complying with the above dress regulations will be asked to leave the Royal Enclosure and relieved of their Royal Enclosure badge.