PUNTERS have kicked off the weekend in style, arriving at Aintree’s Grand National for what will be a weekend of betting and boozing.
Revellers are already posing for snaps in the sunshine, with guests donning sky-high heels, huge hats and colourful ensembles.
PA:Press Association This woman matched a huge burgundy hat with strappy heels[/caption]
This year, the event begins today and ends on Saturday April 6.
And while it’s one of the biggest events on the racing calendar, it’s also the perfect opportunity to win in the style stakes, with Aintree offering a “Style Award” for the best dressed.
According to the website, the style code for Aintree’s Ladies Day – which takes place tomorrow – is inspired by the Coco Chanel quote: “Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman.”
Encouraging racegoers to “dress to impress and show off their personality” the Style Award is for both male and female visitors.
Mercury Press This reveller paired a nude mini dress with Valentino Rockstud heels[/caption]
This lady is dressed to impressPA:Press Association
The lucky winner will take home a Range Rover Evoque and a year’s supply of dresses from Chi Chi London.
ITV Racing stylist, Sarah Kate Byrne, Jay Hynd from the Guide Liverpool and a representative from Chi Chi London will be judging the award.
And partygoers have been dressed to impress so far, with designer heels, huge hats and a selection of daring dresses.
From one woman donning a Big Ben tattoo to a retro-inspired red gown, the dolled-up ladies are getting into the party spirit already.
Mercury Press Guests are getting into the party spirit already[/caption]
Splash News We spy the Topshop suit of the season second from the left[/caption]
Splash News These two ladies are matching[/caption]
Splash News Satin midi dresses have been popular today[/caption]
Splash News We love this quirky blue printed midi[/caption]
Splash News This lady perfectly paired her bardot dress with a rose fascinator[/caption]
Splash News These ladies are embracing spring with floral prints[/caption]
Splash News Monochrome ensembles are a go-to look at today’s races[/caption]
Splash News You can’t go wrong with a gold satin midi[/caption]
Splash News We’re going dotty for this one-shoulder frill midi[/caption]
Splash News An orange tiered midi dress teamed with a Gucci belt is a winning combination[/caption]
Splash News Brollies at the ready![/caption]
Splash News Now that’s a colour co-ordinated outfit[/caption]
Splash News It’s a date day for some Aintree racegoers[/caption]
The weather hasn’t dampened anyone’s spiritsReuters
Mercury Press These ladies opted for retro-inspired gowns[/caption]
Reuters Some partygoers wrapped up warm in the chilly weather[/caption]
Reuters Big hats were aplenty as revellers arrived today[/caption]
And it seems blue is the colour of the day, with a number of racegoers stepping out in the spring shade.
One couple were colour co-ordinated in powder blue ensembles while another lady wore an eye-catching turquoise ensemble with matching oversized hat.
Another racegoer paired a sky blue, applique lace midi dress with a stylish cream bow fascinator for today’s event
PA:Press Association This couple were colour co-ordinated[/caption]
PA:Press Association This lady opted for a very eye-catching colour[/caption]
PA:Press Association Racegoers braved the cold temperatures in the name of fashion[/caption]
Reuters Many are getting into the party spirit already[/caption]
WENN We love this blue lace applique midi dress[/caption]
The spotty Topshop dress has made a return for 2019PA:Press Association
WENN It’s smiles all round for the Aintree ladies[/caption]
WENN This woman teamed an A-line black midi dress with animal print heels[/caption]
WENN This woman donned a Big Ben tattoo[/caption]
WENN We love this retro floral look[/caption]
WENN Fashion points to this lady for wearing the colour of the season[/caption]
PA:Press Association Pals are enjoying a day at the races[/caption]
