The grey skies in York were no match for the colourful frocks, feathers and fascinators on display for Ladies’ Day at the race course this afternoon.
Visitors donned every shade – from bright pink and orange to baby blue – as they showed up sporting their best for Ebor Festival on Thursday.
Dubbed the ‘social highlight’ of the weekend, those in attendance are encouraged to ‘dress to impress for fabulous prizes on the Ebor Fashion Lawn’.
According to the website, this is also the day where the ‘highest rated mare and fillies race in Europe’.
‘The Group 1 Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks, takes place on this day,’ it added.
The races will also enjoy a royal presence today, as Queen Camilla is in attendance to unveil a plaque in recognition of the ‘Juddmonte International’ race.
Her Majesty is also set to meet representatives from local charities supported by the track, members of the Yorkshire racing community and members of the York Racecourse team.
Scenes from the day showed the decorated sartorial displays, including a series of off the shoulder gowns.
Visitors donned every shade – from bright pink and orange to baby blue – as they showed up sporting their best for Ebor Festival on Thursday
Some racegoers were fond of classic summer pastels – which they accentuated with a polka dot print
Celebrities also opted for chic accessories and intricate hairstyles to add more glamour to their looks
The grey skies in York were no match for the colourful frocks, feathers and fascinators on display for Ladies Day at the race course this afternoon
Visitors donned every shade – from bright pink and orange to baby blue – as they showed up sporting their best for Ebor Festival on Thursday
Dubbed the ‘social highlight’ of the weekend, those in attendance are encouraged to ‘dress to impress for fabulous prizes on the Ebor Fashion Lawn’
Scenes from the day showed the decorated sartorial displays, including a series of off the shoulder gowns
As ever, neutral tones like beige, white and cream were also popular picks for the event, pictured
Glamorous racegoers opted for off-the-shoulder gowns as well as ornate fascinators for the event
Patterns were also popular, with everything from animal print to florals on display to add a fun flair
Many opted for bright and bold colours – such as hot pink – to add more energy to the otherwise gloomy weather
In another patterned selection, one woman stunned in a polka-dot dress – while another sported jewel tones in a deep emerald
The ensembles were also fond of pastel hues which are perfect for the summer – including baby blues
One woman went all out in a red and white floral frock complete with a matching hat
And the men opted for equally bold outfits, with one racegoer choosing a multi-coloured suit, which he wore with a pair of yellow sunglasses and a bowler hat
Elsewhere one visitor was chic as ever in a leopard-print frock with a matching chocolate brown headpiece.
In another patterned selection, a woman stunned in a polka-dot dress – while another sported jewel tones in a deep emerald.
As ever, neutral tones like beige, white and cream were also popular picks for the event – but they didn’t dominate.
Rather, it was the bold looks selected by both men and women which set the tone for the event.
One female racegoer went all out in a red and white floral frock complete with a matching hat that resembled a huge bow while a daring man opted for a multi-coloured suit paired with bright yellow sunglasses and a bowler hat.
The Ebor Festival kicked off yesterday and will wrap up on Saturday. Visitors are encouraged to ‘join the buzz of a big race day with your friends’
‘Since 1843, our oldest and most famous race, the Ebor, has generated much excitement and many tales,’ York racecourse said.
‘The richest flat handicap in Europe, be here to savour the race and the buzz it creates.’
