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With Royal Ascot just around the corner, Lock & Co. has put together this helpful guide to answer your most frequently asked questions about what hats, headpieces, and top hats to wear to Royal Ascot 2026.
Royal Ascot 2026 takes place from the 16th – 20th June, and it is never too early to
start thinking about what statement style and fashionable and designer women's and men's hats you want to wear this year.
A true Royal Ascot show-stopper, Gemini Hat: The Charmer captivates with its striking allure as you command attention with confidence and ease. Your vibrant energy and love for standing out, will shine brilliantly wearing this unforgettable percher pillbox.
With its refined and dapper silhouette, the London is the ideal choice for the Royal Ascot. While it shares a similar shape with our other toppers, the London is distinguished by its more tapered crown, offering a sleek and sophisticated look perfect for this prestigious event
If you're planning your outfit for the races, it's important to understand the official guideline, from the Royal Ascot dress code 2026 to the specific rules of the Ascot Royal enclosure dress code. Whether you're researching the Royal Ascot women's dress code, figuring out the men's dress code for royal ascot, or even wondering are fascinators allowed at Royal Ascot, getting it right is key to enjoying the event in style.
The Royal Ascot dress code and rules about what to wear differ depending on which enclosure you will frequent and whether you are an adult or a junior. You can check all the dress rules on the official Ascot website.
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This year, Lock & Co. becomes an official licensee of Royal Ascot for the first time, a milestone that reflects our ongoing commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and British ceremonial style.
At Lock & Co. Hatters, we see racing season as an opportunity to embrace timeless elegance, where the right hat doesn’t just complete a look, it defines it.
As part of our 350th anniversary collection, we are proud to celebrate two of our most loved and iconic cap styles: The Gill Flat Cap and The Whitebridge Bakerboy Cap.
