Grand National revellers impress in eye-catching dresses at...

Grand National revellers impress in eye-catching dresses at Aintree’s Ladies Day as the sun shines and bubbly flow

Published on April 04, 2025 at 10:27 AM

EYE-catching dresses and unmissable hats, Aintree’s Ladies Day is back and revellers have pulled out all the stops with their fashion looks.

The second day of the has kicked off in style at the Merseyside racecourse, with stylish guests ready for a thrilling day of racing.

Woman in a white dress walks past an evangelist at a horse race. — Aintree's Ladies Day is underway and glam guests have arrived in high spirits

Racegoers at the Randox Grand National Festival. — This guest shone in butter yellow for day two of the Randox Grand National Festival

Three women in formal wear pose on a pink carpet. — Three well-dressed pals were dressed to the nines as they posed on arrival

Woman in a blue dress at the Style Awards. — One racegoer looked stylish in a navy midi dress with a high slit

Woman in red dress and hat at a horse race. — One chic attendee painted Aintree red with a matching ensemble

Racegoer in pink dress and hat at Aintree Racecourse. — This racegoer looked pretty in pink as she beamed at the racecourse

Three women in stylish dresses and hats at a horse race. — Women have pulled their fanciest gowns out of their wardrobes for the world-famous racing event

Woman in a pink dress and hat at a horse race. — The headpieces seen at Aintree this year have not disappointed, with this guest wearing a giant floral display

Making the most of the sunny weather, glamorous women have been sipping champagne in their finery.

Figure-hugging dresses and sky-high stilettos appear all the rage for many attendees.

Around 150,000 people are expected at the racing extravaganza over the three-day festival, with the world-famous taking place tomorrow.

Typically Cheltenham guests favour tweed-themed outfits for the races, Aintree ticketholders often go bold, with the dress code encouraging people to “feel your best.”;

Unlike , the rules are less strict.

You can even wear fancy dress if you wish, as long as it isn’t deemed to be offensive.

The website states: “At Aintree Racecourse we believe racing should be enjoyed by anyone and everyone.

“And one thing is certainly true, the more relaxed and comfortable we feel, the more likely we are to have a great time.

“So that’s why we’ve created one very simple piece of guidance, to come ‘dressed to feel your best.

“We’re all unique, and no more so than in our sense of style and comfort.

“For some, wearing a nice sweatshirt, pair of jeans and clean trainers is what makes them feel confident and at-ease.

“For others, they might prefer to turn heads with a sharp suit or glamorous dress and high heels, particularly for one of our big race meetings.

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“But whatever your tastes, the most important thing when choosing your outfit is, of course, comfort and confidence.

“So wear what feels right for you and will keep you feeling your best from start to finish, whatever the .”;

Woman in light gray dress and white hat at a horse race. — One woman looked stylish in a grey maxi dress with white accessories

Woman wearing a large gold hat and sunglasses at a horse race. — This gigantic golden fascinator was sure to have turned heads at Aintree

Woman in pink dress and large flower hat at a horse race. — This woman stunned with a large flower headpiece and pale pink midi dress

kicks off at 4pm on Saturday afternoon and is arguably the biggest horse race in the world.

It spans approximately 4 miles and 2½ furlongs, featuring 30 challenging fences over two laps.

There is a substantial prize fund of £1million up for grabs, with £500,000 awarded to the winner.

The event, which traditionally features 40 horses, has been running since 1839 and around a third of the UK is expected to put at least one bet on this year's race.

Notably, the 2024 champion, I Am Maximus, trained by Willie Mullins, is set to