The Curragh this Sunday- what to wear?

so many qs

Hi all,
In a bit of a panic. OH got invited through work for lunch and races at the Curragh on Sunday. Haven't a clue what to wear. Had a look online and from what I can make out Saturday is Ladies Day but can't figure out what sort of a day Sunday is. If anyone knows the dress code for these events, please fill me in.

xxkarenxx

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Hi all,
In a bit of a panic. OH got invited through work for lunch and races at the Curragh on Sunday. Haven't a clue what to wear. Had a look online and from what I can make out Saturday is Ladies Day but can't figure out what sort of a day Sunday is. If anyone knows the dress code for these events, please fill me in.

Sunday is ladies day as well, it's Ultimate Ladies Day or something like that. It is not compulsory to wear a hat or fascinator but if you are into that then go for it! A nice dress and heels, nothing too short and Saturday night clubbing type of dress, a little balero or something could be nice if you have one. Basically anything that is dressy, no jeans or tshirts type of thing. I love going racing as a day to get all dressed up and go all out but you definitely don't need to spend a fortune on an outfit. I have never bought anything especially for ladies days other than materials for my hats. Have a good time on Sunday

so many qs

Thanks so much for that Karen. That was my dilemma. I didn't know if it was 'smart' clothing or dressy like a wedding. I have a few knee length dresses ready for upcoming weddings so hopefully I can wear one of them. I was worried that I'd be overdressed as I thought only Saturday was about getting glammed up. Thanks!

convert

Just remember to also dress for the weather.... Don't forget that there'll always be a breeze at the races because you're outdoors a lot (at least going to and from the carpark), so a warm cardigan, bolero, wrap and/or a light/warm coat or jacket are a good idea. Also, bear in mind that you may have to walk a distance from the carpark to the enclosure, and that you may be standing a lot during the day, so a pair of comfortable shoes are also to be recommended. A pair of flats to walk to and from the carpark may be a good idea, especially as the surfaces will comprise of grass, gravel and tarmac!

Evil_g

Hey. Sorry for bumping last years thread but I'm heading to the Curragh for Derby Day this Saturday. I'm told it's ladies' day but am I (a guy) expected to wear a suit? I don't mind doing so but I don't want to be over dressed either.

convert

Yep, definitely a suit!

Evil_g

Really? Ha! I asked the same question over on the horse racing forum and it's hilarious how different the answer I got was.

I'd rather be slightly over dressed than underdressed but I don't want to look like a complete plonker either.

I've been to the Galway Races plenty of times and people generally make an effort there but the tiny bit I can find online about the Curragh seems to suggest that it's a lot more casual.

convert

Derby and Oaks day are big days on the Curragh and most people will definitely wear suits. Flat is always more dressy than NH (but that's probably due to the fact that flat is supposedly more 'summery').

Evil_g

Great, thanks a million. The folks over on the racing forum seem to have arrived at the concensus that a suit is the way to go also.