The anticipation for race days and ladies' days are building...

...and whether you’re a seasoned racegoer or just turning out for the coveted best dressed title, a winning-circle-worthy look is key.

Don’t panic if you’re still searching for the perfect outfit for the 2024 racing calendar, we’re breaking down the hottest styles and trends for a race look that's sophisticated, undeniably chic, and simply too good to wear once.

LADY IN RED

Sorry LBDs, but the little red dress has quickly become a wardrobe signature we can’t live without this season. It’s no surprise to see bright, cherry and dark red dresses climb up the trend reports, so embrace the crowd-pleasing colour for a fail-safe race outfit.

Look for a flattering dress that brings confidence – a figure-skimming satin dress or a fitted midi dress with a high-low hem – in a showstopping shade of red. Add a matching fascinator and you’re guaranteed to catch a jockey or two’s attention.

LOVELY LACE

Lace – the longstanding love affair we just can’t escape – gets refined for a new season as lacy black and white looks come out on top. Be daring and opt for a seductively sheer lace dress that shows the right amount of skin, or exude elegance in a grass-grazing white maxi dress with lace piping.

For an androgynous flair, throw an oversized black suit jacket and trousers over a delicate lace bralette – masculine yet feminine.

THE POWER OF PINK

Inject this mood-boosting hue into your race day outfit for a touch of fun. Whether you go head-to-toe hot pink or add pops to brighten up an understated ensemble, the versatility of hyper-femme fuchsia feels endless.

If you’re going all in on the 'Barbie' pink movement, try a sweeping satin off-shoulder dress for a ladylike look with a contemporary twist or choose something sculptural with voluminous ruffles to really turn heads.  

OVERSEAS STATE OF MIND

Feeling adventurous? Get into a sunshine state of mind with the season’s most sought-after prints inspired by tropical escapes. Forget rose and wild animal prints, the aquamarine motifs from our latest resort wear collection ‘Serata’ have been seen everywhere from beaches to wedding brunches.

Bring the Sardinian coast to the racecourse and opt for a painterly floral babydoll dress or an oceanic blue-printed maxi dress made to move as you move.

GET SPOTTED

If exotic prints are not your style, go timeless, vintage and iconic with polka dot spots. These punctuative prints are back in a big way, offering a playful update to traditional race day attire.

Choose an outfit with a subtle polka dot pattern in black and white or invite in blush pink tones for a coquette feel. Polka dots might be classic, but selecting a look with an asymmetric neckline, bold trims or a skin-baring split will bring a modern edge.

ULTRA-SWEET PASTELS

Get playful when planning your race day outfit with baby pinks, lilacs, mint greens and lemons taking over the trend forecasts for 2024.

A palette this quintessentially feminine deserves to be showcased on sleek ladies' day dresses with bow belts, flared sleeves and flower details – oh so pretty and perfect for wearing long after racing season; think of the wedding invitations!