Although British Champions Day is not the final day of the Flat racing season, it is the last of the major festivals and a popular end-of-season highlight. Held this year on Saturday 18th October 2025.

Official Dress Code in the King Edward VII Enclosure & Hospitality Areas

Guests are required to dress for a smart summer occasion. Millinery is not compulsory, but hats and headpieces are encouraged. Examples of acceptable attire include but are not limited to: A dress, suit or jumpsuit with a hat or headpiece. Trainers are not allowed. Fancy dress, novelty attire and sportswear are also not permitted. 

Ladies, We Say…We wouldn’t like to bet on the weather being warm and sunny so try go for a dress in a warmer fabric such as jersey and preferably with long sleeves – a great transitional piece allowing you to layer underneath with a thermal T-shirt and thick tights if it is a bit nippy.

All prices are correct at time of publishing

London based Ukrainian fashion designer Sofi Rich’s black and white dress Elegant Dress may be sleeveless but does have a matching Jacket with pearls which offers versatility if the weather changes. The black knee length pencil dress has a dramatic contrasting white trim at the yoke and hemline. The dress has a little stretch for comfort. £280.00  The cropped black jacket also has a contrasting white collar and trim. It is embellished with faux pearls for that glamorous touch. £380.00. The back of the jacket has Sofi’s signature ‘S’ embellishment. Sofi Rich’s pieces can also be seen in the exclusive Room 18 boutique on 18 Fitzhardinge Street, London.

Hats are not compulsory for British Champions Day with many ladies choosing not to wear one; however it is still a major racing event and will complete your fabulous outfit. Don’t go too ostentatious; aim for a subtle style such as Camilla hat by Elena Shvab Millinery Was £395.00 now £158.00 as it is a sample hat which was previously on display in the studio and has slight signs of handling. A classic style black and white boater hat with wide brim and trimmed edges. Made of stylish boucle tweed fabric which means it will also not look out of place for the jump season race days. Complete the look with Eva Pumps by Polina Magiy Shoes in black suede and with a faux snake skin trim. Were £320.00 now £190.00 and a silver Evening clutch by Malusha Shop with black trim £280.00 Malusha handbags can also be seen at Room 18 boutique.

Accessories with Dower & Hall’s Large Triple Row Waterfall Pearl Hoops in sterling silver with three rows of dainty white pearls. £278.00

Also available at Room 18 Boutique is Ukrainian jewellery designer Kolo Magic: white sapphire ‘Fantasy’ ring in silver and white gold plated. £160.00 ‘Moon Cat’ silver brooch with blue eyes surrounded by smaller  white topaz ,one pearl and white gold plated. £200.00 DM on instagram @kolo_magic or @room18.london for more details  

Official Dress Code for the Queen Anne & Winning Post Enclosures

Whilst they encourage racegoers to dress for a smart occasion, no formal Dress Code applies in the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosure during either the Flat or Jumps season, with the exception of Royal Ascot. However, during the Flat season at Ascot, guests generally choose to dress for a smart occasion. Millinery is not compulsory, but hats and fascinators are encouraged. Fancy dress, novelty attire and sportswear are not permitted.

Leblon London’s luxe silk leopard print loungewear would be ideal for this enclosure. If it is chilly you can wear tights and a long sleeve t-shirt underneath and nobody would know! Dexter Leopard Print Silk Shirt has flowing batwing sleeves, front pockets and the waist can be cinched in or left loose due to the adjustable waistband. £380.00 Wear with matching Dexter Leopard Print Silk Trousers £280.00

Pair with Ivory Сoat | SOFI RICH cape like jacket in soft powdery beige wool blend. There is a belt to cinch in that waist. £480.00 The loose flowing cape sleeves end at the elbow which allows your leopard sleeves to be on view. Choose a small hat such as Grace, Pink Beret with Gold | Elena Shvab Millinery Handcrafted in dusty pink wool felt and decorated with their signature gold metallic foil. It is now available at a special price of £195.00 – Use the code FRIENDSOFLEBLON for a 10% discount! (can only be used on the first order)

Team with their Viva Leather Bag in a sand dune shade. £240.00 (again use the discount code if it is your first order) and Polina Magiy’s Lovette Kitten heels pumps in brown suede and trimmed with matching colour netting. £310.00

Accessorize with Yaa Yaa London’s Brown Geode Drop Gemstone Earrings £45.00 and an Alda Rebelo Muchao’s necklace made of turquoise, citrine and agates.£195.00 DM her via instagram for more details @aldamxdesign

Sofi Rich, Malusha and Kolo Magic jewellery images provided by Room 18

Leblon London images provided by Leblon London

Elena Shvab Millinery image provided by Elena Shvab

Polina Magiy images provided by Polina Magiy

Dower & Hall and Yaa Yaa London images provided by pr agency We Are PR UK

Alda Designs images provide by Alda Designs