3 May 2016
Royal Ascot Fashion Guide 2016 by Eclipse Magazine
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14 June 2013
Gentleman's Dress Code for the Grandstand at Royal Ascot
Gentleman may not have to wear a
morning coat for the Grandstand at Royal Ascot but there is still as strict
dress code to adhere to. In the past the guideline was just to dress smartly,
but now they are more definite giving you a clear picture of the sartorial race
ahead.
Main Rule - Gentlemen are required to wear a suit with a shirt and tie.
Hopefully the sun will be shining and the weather will be warm. To stay cool, a suit in a lighter colour and
lighter fabric will do the trick. This
wool blend (50% wool and 50% polyester) 2 button jacket suit from M&S Superlite
range has the added technology of anti-odour Odegon. The jacket has carbon
patches under each arm which absorb and eliminate odours. The straight leg
trousers has a smart central crease and most importantly for when you’ve eaten
too much from that picnic hamper, a hidden stretch waistband to allow greater
freedom of movement. Colours available: Neutral as shown or light grey.
Plus it has a super light price too!
Jacket was £110 now £88
Flat front trousers were £69 now £55.20
5 button waistcoat (not shown) was £45 now £36
Matched with crisp white cotton shirt (£29.50) and the very subtle
Ultimate Performance pure silk striped woven tie £16 in red mix. (Also
available in blue mix)
For an added suave touch to the classic two button single breasted
suit, Superdry in collaboration with the quintessential BritishTimothy Everest
brings out the 100% wool Superspy suit with a contrasting slim lapel in black
luxe sateen. Available in sharkskin (as shown) and black. Both lined in black
and gold, and have an internal tech pocket with specially crafted loops for
discreet threading of an earphone cable – maybe to get some secret spy betting
tips? The matching skinny leg trousers feature razor sharp creases and the hem
comes unfinished to allow them to be tailored to your liking.
Jacket £174.99
Skinny leg trousers £74.99
The most popular suits are the single breasted. So be a little
different and go for the double breasted style. The traditional style is a
boxier look with a longer lapel line ending at the waist and so creating the
illusion of a slimmer and taller you. Great for hiding the larger tummy. Here the Superdry/Timothy Everest collaboration
updates the look for the slimmer figure with the top button fastened making the
lapel line shorter and showing off the trim waist. However there is nothing to
stop you from keeping the top button open and creating that longer line.
Called the Bankrobber, the suit comes in navy herringbone (as shown in
image) and pinstripe. Fabric 100% wool. Both lined in black and gold, and like
the Super Spy suit have an internal tech pocket with specially crafted loops
for discreet threading of an earphone cable. Trousers come unfinished to allow
them to be tailored to your liking.
Jacket £174.99
Slim leg trousers £74.99
Teamed here with Superdry London button down cotton shirt in optic
white £44.99 and slim tie.
Shirts & Ties
All the above suits are teamed
with plain white shirts and plain ties, but you can wear coloured and patterned.
Just keep in mind the smart sartorial look when choosing a colour.
River Island’s Blue tile print shirt is bold but in muted shades and with
a white collar and cuffs.
100% cotton and from their Life of Tailor range
Price £45
Don’t be afraid to experiment and mix your patterns. The above silk navy tie
may be a safe colour but has a floral print to contrast with the shirt. Price £15
For a floral pattern and a brighter blue choose their Life of Tailor
paisley shirt in 100% cotton.
Price £50
http://www.riverisland.com/men/shirts/printed-shirts/Blue-Life-of-Tailor-paisley-print-shirt--266916
Match with the bird embroidered tie from M&S price £12.50. It is a
2 pack limited collection and comes with a plain navy check tie if you prefer
not to mix your patterns.
Shoes
Unlike the Royal Enclosure, shoes do not have to be black, but they do
have to be smart and polished.
For something different to black, Dune’s Amore lace up brogues are
still smart and polished in two tone shades of brown and of mixed textured
leather. Were £85 now £68
(Goodwin Shoes)
Goodwin Smith offers tradition and quality with a fashion twist and
attention to detail.
Newchurch slim red with a blue trim £80. Also available in the more
conventional shades of dark brown or light tan. Price £80
7 June 2013
Gentlemen's Dress Code for the Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot Races
The gentleman’s dress code for the
Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot has always been strict, but since last year they
are making sure that these rules are DEFINITLEY NOT broken.
A black Top Hat made of silk is the most coveted but alas no longer manufactured, making them a rarity. But you can purchase one from Oliver Brown for £500
The felt Top hats are less expensive. Go for grey felt Top hat finished with black band in Melton wool and lined in white satin. Price £250
Top hats are expensive to buy so for the cheaper option Oliver Brown offers ex rental black felt Top hats at £150 to buy and also has a wide range of top hat for hire from £50.
Keep the Ascot theme with these Deakin & Francis silver top hats £245.00
Rule no 1: Morning suits
Gentlemen are kindly reminded that
it is a requirement to wear black or grey morning dress.
No
other colour is acceptable in the Royal Enclosure.
If
wearing a black morning coat the trousers must be either grey or black
in striped
or houndstooth pattern.
If
wearing a grey morning coat, the trousers should match the coat in colour and
fabric like a suit.
Black is the most popular at Royal Ascot and is striking next to a
pristine white shirt.
The above image shows a black morning coat from Oliver Brown Price £475
http://www.oliverbrown.org.uk/buy/morning-wear-collection/black-morning-coat.html
Teamed with houndstooth trousers in 100% British wool. Price £165 Half lined; single pleated, side adjusters, brace buttons, slant pockets and two hip pockets.
Fabric: 100% British barathea wool in plain black with peak lapel, 3
button cuffs, fully lined with ticket pocket and inside pockets.
Teamed with houndstooth trousers in 100% British wool. Price £165 Half lined; single pleated, side adjusters, brace buttons, slant pockets and two hip pockets.
To save money you could go buy one of their ex rental morning coats at
£295
The grey is a more flattering choice for those of you with a fair or
soft colouring. Through Moss Bros you can hire the grey Ted Baker morning coat
with its striking peacock lining.
They offer three hire packages
jacket and trousers only at £120; plus waistcoat £130; and plus white shirt,
tie and pocket square for £155. There is a choice of 6 colour ways for the silk
tie and pocket square and they are yours to keep as a gift from Ted Baker! The shirt for hire is white with a cutaway
collar and double cuffs.
For Accidental Damage Waiver there is an extra charge of £8.
Moss Bros also has the Royal Ascot Collection especially designed for
the occasion. http://www.moss.co.uk/pws/hire/ascot/ascot_collection.html
Morning coat: Pure new wool and light in weight so if the day turns out
to be a scorcher then you’ll stay cool, but if it’s a cooler day then it’ll
keep you warm. The coat has a royal-blue satin lining and the distinctive Royal
Ascot emblem embroidered on the inside pocket.
Also has the traditional single link button.
Waistcoat: single breasted in traditional colour of dove grey or buff with
5 buttons
Trousers:
Traditional wool-blend single pleat grey stripe trousers
Here worn with black oxford shoes from M&S and top hat from
Hetherington Hats.
Rule no 2: Waistcoats.
A waistcoat must be worn.
Sartorial note: keep the bottom button undone.
Sartorial note: keep the bottom button undone.
Cut: Either single breasted with or without lapels or double
breasted.
Fabrics: choose plain wool or
linen. Although silk or satin are
acceptable, the shiny fabric can look more like wedding attire.
Colours: Whether light or deep, choose a muted version. Keep the bright
colours and patterns for weddings. Buff and grey is the most popular colour, so
for more of an individual look choose another pastel shade
Oliver Brown has both wool and linen, double and single breasted. Wool
price is £145 with a colour choice of grey, buff, cream and yellow Linen price is £135 with a colour choice of pale
yellow, beige, bright yellow and pale blue.
Rule no 3: Tie.
Wear a tightly knotted tie such as a half Windsor knot. Definitely NO
cravats.
And don’t be fooled with the Ascot tie. Although named after the racecourse this is no longer acceptable so keep for wedding attire only.
And don’t be fooled with the Ascot tie. Although named after the racecourse this is no longer acceptable so keep for wedding attire only.
Fabric: Preferably silk
Colour: Any colour and pattern you wish.
Although the Jaeger paisley tie is a classic print, the swirling pattern
and various shades of blue still makes a statement. Price £55
Go floral with this vintage
inspired print. Price £55.
The soft colour way of lilac with touches of pink will especially complement the grey morning coat.
The bolder colour way of red on a navy background (only available in stores) would suit the black morning coat.
The soft colour way of lilac with touches of pink will especially complement the grey morning coat.
The bolder colour way of red on a navy background (only available in stores) would suit the black morning coat.
Rule no 4: Top Hat.
A Top Hat in black or grey must be worn at all times with the exception
of:
The
restaurant, a private box or a private club. You can also remove your hat
within any enclosed external seating area within the Royal Enclosure Garden.
But
if in doubt, keep it on unless you see the vast majority taking theirs off.
NEVER customise your top hat (with, for example, coloured ribbons or
bands).
A black Top Hat made of silk is the most coveted but alas no longer manufactured, making them a rarity. But you can purchase one from Oliver Brown for £500
The felt Top hats are less expensive. Go for grey felt Top hat finished with black band in Melton wool and lined in white satin. Price £250
Top hats are expensive to buy so for the cheaper option Oliver Brown offers ex rental black felt Top hats at £150 to buy and also has a wide range of top hat for hire from £50.
Rule no 5: Black Shoes
Shoes must be black with laces, plain and highly polished (although not
patent)
The plain Oxford shoe is the perfect choice. The Herring Knightsbridge is a classic toecap
oxford shoe. Made from calf leather for
the upper, full leather lining, leather insoles and Goodyear Welted soles. Handmade in Northamptonshire at the Loake
factory for Herring Shoes
Available for £185 online at
Sartorial Rules:
Socks: no coloured socks
just plain black or grey.
Shirts: Shirts should be in keeping with a formal
dress code so choose either white or a pale pastel.
A double cuff is more in keeping with the morning suit. Plus you can add a touch of individuality
with a pair of cufflinks
Keep the Ascot theme with these Deakin & Francis silver top hats £245.00
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