Called British Champions for a reason, it is a prestigious race day known for the crowning of the champions for that year’s flat season as the very best jockeys, horses and trainers compete for this coveted title. Held this year on Saturday 18th October 2025

The Flat season at Ascot includes all racedays from 1st April 2025 to the 31st October 2025, and so their summer dress code still applies 

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Official Dress Code for the King Edward VII Enclosure & Hospitality areas.

Guests are required to dress for a smart summer occasion. Gentlemen must wear tailored trousers with a jacket, collared shirt and tie or cravat. Trainers are not allowed. Fancy dress, novelty attire and sportswear are also not permitted.

We Say.. Although autumnal days are here, most gentlemen still prefer to wear suits to QIPCO British Champions Day rather than don the heavier wool and tweed jackets. October probably will be chilly so layering is the answer – if you don’t want to wear a coat, then think about wearing a thermal vest under your shirt and consider a three piece suit for that extra layer of warmth. Matching waistcoats not only provide that extra layer for warmth but help to create the illusion of looking slimmer and taller, all due to the same block colour continuing further up the body and not breaking at the waist. House of Cavani’s James Sierra Super 130s Wool Three Piece Suit is in a sun kissed tan shade, has a matching waistcoat and is of 97% super 130 wool for warmth with 3% elastane for comfort. Jacket £249.99, Trousers £124.99, Waistcoat £124.99 A crisp white shirt will go well but also consider a patterned shirt such as their Marina Shirt in subtle shades, 97% Cotton 3% Elastane. Was £79.99 now £49.99.Team with a plain Knitted Tie in Olive green with matching pocket square. £24.99. Just use the tie and add a contrasting pocket square with Geoff Stocker’s EVENT HORIZON pocket square in silk £45.00. Accessorise with the Ascot Tie Clip by Tateossian which replicates a horse saddle stirrup and strap in polished palladium base metal £155.00. Pair the suit with House of Cavani’s Merton Shoes in brown leather and suede. Were £129.99 Now £64.99. Don’t forget the socks, House of Cavani has a 3 pack of Sammi Socks one of which is a pair of dotty socks to add a playfulness to the outfit. Was £14.99 now £9.99. Add the finishing flair touches with Tateossian’s Ascot Bracelet featuring a clasp designed to replicate a horse saddle stirrup and flat braided brown leather, £365.00 and if the weather is sunny go for Thomas Sabo’s Jack square sunglasses in Havana green with green lens. Were £160.00 now £80.00 And if the weather is a bit nippy wrap up in Geoff Stocker’s SCOTS PINE silk scarf with golden tassels. £95.00

Official Dress Code for the Queen Anne & Winning Post Enclosures

With the exception of Royal Ascot, no formal Dress Code applies in the Queen Anne and Winning Post Enclosure during either the Flat or Jumps season. However they do encourage racegoers to dress for a smart occasion and most guests do dress up. Fancy dress, novelty attire and sportswear are not permitted.

We Say.. put more emphasis on the smart part of the smart casual attire.

Wear a light coloured blazer such as House of Cavani’s Porto Blue Blazer in a subtle puppytooth pattern of pale blue and light tan. 62% polyester, 34% viscose, and 4% elastane  £139.99. On the blazer’s lapel secure Tateossian’s Ascot Pin which was inspired by the equestrian spirit of Ascot, this unique pin has been designed to replicate a horse’s saddle stirrup. Crafted from palladium-plated sterling silver £129.00 Bring a dramatic colour contrast with House of Cavani’s Tropez Trouser in navy £68.99. Don’t forget a belt BT06 Belts in navy has a woven design for textures. £27.99 Continue the navy with their  Monaco Shirt 70% Tencel 30% Cotton £69.99 or if the weather is chilly swap for their lightweight Karris Roll Neck Jumper in navy cotton £49.99 Add a dashing pop of colour with Geoff Stocker’s VOLTAGE silk pocket square £45.00 If your are not wearing a tie, then wear Tateossian’s Ascot Necklace featuring a rhodium-plated sterling silver pendant designed to replicate a horse saddle stirrup, accented with a hand-painted line of blue enamel. Strung on an adjustable blue wax cord. £279.00. Step into the continental way with a pair of Jordan Shoes from House of Cavani in blue suede. Were £96.99 now £44.99 Complete the look with Thomas Sabo’s Johnny Panto Sunglasses with silver coloured frames and blue lenses. Were £160.00 now £80.00

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