Situated in Aintree, Merseyside near Liverpool this racecourse holds the world famous Grand National Steeplechase. The Grand National Festival starts on Thursday 9th April and ends on Saturday 11th April.

Official Dress Code – There is no official dress code, but it is encouraged to dress smart. Fancy dress is NOT permitted. Sportswear – avoid wearing team colours/sports kits.

Aintree Grand National is synonymous with the glitz and glamour of ladies fashion, but what about the boys?  Don’t be left behind in the fashion race, give the ladies a run for their money and show off your fashion flair. Although there is no official dress code, this is the race to show off your dapper style. Most gentlemen wear suits at this event but don’t fade into the background; if you can, swap those dull work suit colours for a more vibrant shade.

All prices are correct at time of publishing.

Debenhams- Official Style Partner of The Jockey Club

Debenhams is the Official Style Partner of The Jockey Club and offers affordable suits so you don’t have to break the bank.  Hang up your grey/navy suit for a day of colour. This is definitely a bold move and confidence is one accessory you need to carry around with you. An airforce blue instead of navy is probably the least scary of the bold colours and this shade looks cool on a grey dull or bright sunny day and transitions smoothly from winter to spring. Debenhams offers Burton Airforce Wool Blend Slim Fit Suit Jacket Was £90 now £54.00 with matching Airforce Wool Blend Slim Fit Suit Trousers Was £50 now £30.00.  Both are made of stretch wool blend fabric that maintains its shape throughout the day and the wool blend offers some warmth if the weather turns cold. If the weather is cold, cosy up in a roll neck jumper such as AARHON Hume Roll Neck Pullover Jumper in navy £24.20 Accessorise with The Fine Collective Curb Chain Cuban (3.5mm) 24inch length necklace in silver £225.00. Go traditional with a crisp white shirt or tonal with Burton Slim Fit Easy Iron Shirt in mid blue £30.00 Ties are not obligatory but if you decide to wear one, keep tonal with  Antique Rogue Textured Tie in a silvery blue or soften the look with Antique Rogue Textured Tie in icy pink. Both £19.99 each. Which ever style you choose ,don’t forget the belt, choose a classic navy shade or Oswin Hyde Hunter Classic Leather Belt with its ombre look.Was £49.00 now £35.00 Slip into the blues with XPOSED Printed Penny Loafers in navy Were £49.99 now £34.00. Go sockless for a chic modern look. Don’t forget the sunglasses, a must have accessory for a sunny day at the races. Go for designer sunglasses such as Burberry Micah Dark Blue Sunglasses available at Debenhams. Were £290.00 now £102.75 This is an easy way to update your outfit and create that designer look without robbing the bank. To help with choosing the winners, wear   Jewelco London Horse Shoe Head Signet Ring hopefully the horse shoe style will bring you luck. In rhodium plated 925 sterling silver £204.99

The Style Awards 

Held on Ladies day which is Friday 10th April – The Style Awards has tremendous prizes on offer, and attracts racegoers from all over the country, as well as from Aintree’s home town of Liverpool. The awards categories this year are: The Best Dressed, The Best Suited and the Best Hat. All categories are open to any age and gender.

The Best Dressed

You will be competing with the ladies with their colourful dresses and stunning hats, so don’t be a wallflower when it comes to colour and prints.

Bloom in London based Italian designer Nico Didonna’s floral stretch brocade jacket SARLI  £660.00 with matching trousers STREY £280.00. If chilly wear with his magenta roll neck MARCELLO RIB in super fine merino wool with textured geometric design £190.00 or go for his  CHARLIE KNIT crew neck in light romantic pink with the same 3D design £180.00 If warm, bring out the fresh green in the floral print with his  ZEUS L/S MICRO STRIPE mint green tailored shirt £190.00 A tie is not essential but if you prefer wearing a tie, go for simple such as Simon Carter’s  Italian made Glicine Knitted Silk Tie £75.00. Team with Oliver Sweeney’s stylish monk shoe Kersey Black which features a twin stitch row over the toe cap and around the facings and has two adjustable straps with antiqued metal buckles. £259.00 Enhance your coolness with a pair of Gant’s Montpellier Sunglasses Crafted in metal with acetate tips, these sunglasses follow a classic aviator style. The retro design includes rounded square frames, nose pads and a green hue (described as tartan green) along the arms .£115.00 Complete your look with Cotswold Country Hats Feather Brooch made of turkey, goose and ostrich feathers in a dusky pink shade. £25.00 Add to your jacket lapel or their Camden Trilby Hat handmade in burgundy wool felt. Other colours available £38.95

The Best Suited 

This category is brand new for 2026 and recognises impeccable tailoring, so gentlemen this is your chance to show off your dapper style.

Connolly’s Charcoal Chalk Stripe Double Breasted Jacket is cut from extra fine Italian virgin wool flannel and woven for a natural stretch giving a more relaxed feel although still a sartorial look. The chalk stripe is made from a series of threads, woven directly into the background of the weave to give a softer appearance than the sharper business like pinstripe. Features horn buttons and extra wide peak lapels making a sweeping statement. £1100.00. Accentuate the these lapels with Tateossian’s Catena Drop Chain Brooch Cast in oxidised sterling silver, the horizontal chain has been handset and hardened to form a bar and features three hanging chains. £215.00 Team the jacket with Connolly’s matching Charcoal Chalk Stripe Sash Trousers These Sash Trousers are high-waisted and wide-legged cut featuring a sash belt slider for the perfect fit. £650.00. As ties are not obligatory, their The Old Fashioned Shirt is a perfect style. In 100% 2 ply Swiss cotton, the collarless shirt features a classic bib front detail, a double turn-back cuff and hand stitched natural mother of pearl button cuff-links. £750.00 If you prefer a touch of sparkle choose Tateossian’s Button Pave cufflinks in sterling silver with 384 dazzling black diamonds (1.14ct). Each pair of cufflinks is finished with a braided rope wire stitch effect. £3795.00 Whether you wear a tie or not, do not forget the pocket square. This is one accessory which always adds a dashing touch with no effort at all. Geoff Stocker’s THE PAINTED DESERT pocket square in shades of light blue and golden sand is 100% silk. £45.00. Step up in Manolo Blahnik’s NORTON Black calf leather lace up shoes featuring brogue detailing, waxed cotton laces and lugged rubber outsole. £895.00 and Connolly’s Dark Grey Cashmere and Silk Socks Designed in house with luxury Welsh sock maker Corgi’s expertise and crafted from Loro Piana ‘Wish’ yarn in cashmere & silk. They offer lightweight breathability and moisture-wicking properties for all-day comfort. £135.00 Cap it all in Brunello Cucinelli’s flat cap for Man in dark grey soft wool flannel with adjustable rear leather strap with buckle. £450.00 and complete with a pair of Tom Ford BARRON SUNGLASSES in grey £285.00

Debenhams images courtesy of Debenhams marketing team

Simon Carter images provided by Simon Carter

Connolly, Manolo Blahnik and Brunello Cucinelli images courtesy of pr agency LM Communications

Oliver Sweeney images provided by Oliver Sweeney

Tateossian images courtesy of pr agency Task PR

Tom Ford & Gant sunglasses images courtesy of Marcolin Eyewear via pr agency Trace Publicity

Geoff Stocker images courtesy of Geoff Stocker