Four Carriages at Two O'Clock
In an age when most traditions have been focus-grouped to death or abandoned entirely, the Royal Procession at Royal Ascot remains deliciously, defiantly unchanged.
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How to Bet at Royal Ascot (Without Looking Like a Fool)
Royal Ascot may be known for waistcoats and wide brims, but at its heart, it is a meeting of horses—and those who wish to back them. Betting is as much a part of the tradition as the pageantry, and for many, it's part of the fun.
Last‑Minute Accessories for Ascot
With Royal Ascot approaching, the core elements of your morning dress—coat, waistcoat, trousers—are likely in place. But it's the Royal Ascot accessories that set the tone.
Dressing for the Queen Anne Enclosure at Royal Ascot
As Royal Ascot draws near, most attention turns—as it always does—to the Royal Enclosure, with its morning coats, silk toppers, and well-starched ceremony. But for many racegoers, the Queen Anne Enclosure offers the perfect balance: formal, sociable, and elegant without being overly theatrical.
Royal Ascot Fashion Through the Decades: Sartorial & Social Evolution
Royal Ascot is more than a racing event—it’s a ritual of dress, decorum, and tradition. From silk top hats to sculptural millinery, Royal Ascot fashion reflects broader shifts in British society. While the core dress code endures, each decade has brought new interpretations.
What Makes Royal Ascot Royal? A Brief History of the Meet
Every June, the green turf of Berkshire becomes the setting for a singular spectacle—Royal Ascot. With top-class racing, improbable hats, and royalty in carriages, it's easy to take the whole thing for granted. But what, precisely, makes it royal?
Royal Ascot 2025: Dates, Tickets, and How to Attend
Royal Ascot is the crown jewel of the British summer Season—a heady mix of top-tier flat racing, royal pageantry, and high style. Whether you're a seasoned racegoer or attending for the first time, this guide sets out the essentials...
Hats at Royal Ascot: Notes on Form, Etiquette, and Makers
For many women attending Royal Ascot, the question of what to wear begins—and often ends—with the hat. It is the most visible expression of dress at the event, shaped not only by tradition but also by official rules.
Royal Ascot Morning Dress: A Guide for the Royal Enclosure
The Royal Ascot Royal Enclosure is by invitation only. Attendance requires either nomination from an existing member or approval via formal application. It is, by design, a place apart—more restrained than the grandstand, and with a dress code that is closely observed.
A Note on Top Hats at Royal Ascot
The Royal Enclosure has rules. Some are printed, others simply understood. Among them: a proper top hat. It isn’t optional, and it isn’t a nod to nostalgia. It’s part of the dress code, same as the morning coat, waistcoat, and tie.
Royal Ascot: The Week the Season Peaks
Each June, Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire becomes the stage for a week unlike any other. Royal Ascot is the high point of the British flat racing calendar and a keystone of the British summer social season, attracting racegoers from around the world.
The Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot
The Royal Enclosure is the most traditional and formal area of Royal Ascot. Accessible by invitation or membership only, it reflects a long-standing association with the royal family and the ceremonial side of British sporting life.