Preparations are underway for the start of Chester’s racing season with thousands of racegoers poised to come through the gates at the 2018 Boodles May Festival.

Great British Life: Chester Racecourse launch their Official 2018 Style GuideChester Racecourse launch their Official 2018 Style Guide (Image: Archant)

In preparation for the new season and to get racegoers thinking about planning that perfect raceday outfit, Chester Racecourse have teamed up with the UK’s largest designer outlet, McArthurGlen Cheshire Oaks to present this season’s Style Guide.

The guide brings to life the dress-code guidelines across all areas and enclosures at Chester Racecourse, whilst providing some fashionable inspiration with some carefully selected ensembles, from the extensive range of fashion brands available at Cheshire Oaks.

Planning is well underway to get the course in perfect condition for those both on and off the track and for racegoers, now’s the time to begin planning a winning outfit. No need to rely on the luck of the draw, ensure you’re first past the fashion post with some pre-raceday preparation.

Kenny Murray, Centre Manager for McArthur Glen Designer Outlet Cheshire Oaks said:

“We are thrilled to be the Official Style Partner for the Boodles May Festival at Chester Racecourse. A day at the races is the perfect excuse to get dressed up and the Racecourse Style Guide will help racegoers looking to up the fashion stakes, with savings of up to 60% off the RRP all year round at McArthur Glen Designer Outlet Cheshire Oaks, you’ll be sure to find your look for less –allowing for an extra bet on race day.”

The official Style Guide has now been revealed online at chester-races.co.uk and showcases summer trends and a range of possible outfits perfect for a day at the races. This season we expect to see contemporary, statement dressing, with bold colour blocking and injections of pastel or monochrome.

A special competition has been announced to celebrate the launch of the guide and there are some fabulous prizes up for grabs, including hospitality at 188BET Chester Cup Day and an overnight stay at the Chester Grosvenor Hotel. Instagram blogger Olivia Laura is working collaboratively with Chester Racecourse and Designer Outlet Cheshire Oaks to bring her influencer input and provide suggestions on accessorising the perfect raceday look. Expect much more exclusive content in the run up to the season start and information on two Best Dressed competitions running on City Day (Wednesday 9 May) for the gents and Ladies Day (Thursday 10 May) for the ladies.

Racegoers are encouraged to share their outfit inspiration on social media using the hashtag #ThisIsStyle and tag @ChesterRaces and @cheshireoaksdesigneroutlet for a chance to win tickets to opening day of the Boodles May Festival and join the conversation online.

Tickets, badges and a strictly limited number of hospitality packages for the Boodles May Festival, as well as all remaining fixtures in the 2018 Chester season are available to buy online at chester-races.co.uk