Help please! Would I look ridiculous wearing this outfit/skirt to the races?

[justkeeponsmiling]

Well, kind of like this.
My first time going to the races - apparently we are going to the "nice" part but not the super-posh area.
Would this kind of outfit look ok? The top will either be a stripey or plain black boatneck one and the skirt I'm eyeing up is a little bit less "pouffy" and more nude than pink.
Will l look stupid? I can hoestly not tell!

[Madbengalmum]

I dont think it looks very much like a going to the races kind of outfit. Sorry.

[Clarabelle40]

I think it looks lovely and would be totally suitable. What shoes are you thinking of wearing?

[justkeeponsmiling]

Mad, I would bosh it up with a plain boatneck top and chunky statement necklace. Not smart enough do you think?
Thank you Clara, I was thinking high-ish black heels or high-ish black strappy sandals and a black patent clutch bag.

[justkeeponsmiling]

Sort of like this

[MNetter15]

You won't look stupid. Looks ideal for the races IMO.

[newtscamander]

Love it! Might have to copy

[ShinyShinyShiny]

I think it looks fab. Where is the skirt from that you're looking at? My inner ballerina has always wanted a skirt like that.

[Destinysdaughter]

Looks lovely! You must have a tiny waist to be able to pull off a skirt like that. Go for it! 🏇

[Clarabelle40]

Yes, perfect! Although if sinking into the grass could be an issue, maybe some kind of lace-up wedge espadrilles might be an idea?

[justkeeponsmiling]

Thank you all! Will have a look at wedge espandrilles clara , hadn't thought of the problem of sinking into the grass, thanks for pointing that one out!
Thanks destiny , I have a small waist and massive backside so that sort of shape skirt works well on me

[justkeeponsmiling]

I'm currently trailing ebay shiny

[dailymaillazyjournos]

So pretty. Simple but stylish. Go for it (caution - never been to the races and have no idea if it's actually ok but it's gorgeous!)

[Clarabelle40]

I was thinking something like these.
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[justkeeponsmiling]

They look lovely!

[Clarabelle40]

And quite similar to the ones in your first photo I think! I'm tempted myself now! I think I NEED that skirt

[justkeeponsmiling]

Haha it's lovely isn't it? I'm usually not very girly at all but I have totally fallen in love with that look.

[Ememem84]

Which races??

I'm going to ascot in June and was thinking about something similar. It's the hat rules which have thrown me...

[Ememem84]

And yes to wedges. Wedge it up. No sinking in the grass!!

[justkeeponsmiling]

It's Chester races Em so I don't think I'll have to wear a hat. Or do I??

[lolalament]

Going to the races is a lot of standing around outside with sometimes not much cover. So you want to be wearing comfy shoes you're happy to stand in. If it's a windy day you might find the skirt just blows around so might not be practical either.

In terms of smartness it's fine, but the weather might make it unsuitable

[KindDogsTail]

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I have these Office Mai tai (if the link works) and they are very, very pale pink suede wedges. The wedges are suede too. I bought them on sale two weeks ago.

[NattyGolfJerkin]

Infinitely more stylish than the acres of skin tight Coast body con satin usually on show, OP. V nice.

[KindDogsTail]

I saw that link did not work so here is a screen shot. Office Mai Tai nude two part wedge.

[Madbengalmum]

Justkeepon, i think it would work with the jewellery, but not with the initial photo, as i think the top isnt dressy enough.

[Madbengalmum]

Not keen on the big handbag in the first look either, but like it with the more dressed up clutch.