One of the most well known “Opening Days” in American racing is held at Del Mar. Known as “Where the Turf meets the Surf,” Del Mar brings out the beachy style in young race fans! However just because the beach may be near by, that doesn’t mean you should be showing up in flip flops and a bathing suit cover. Instead give your racewear a beachy and fun vibe! Here’s how to do it: 
Rather than the flip flops-grab a fun and comfortable wedge. We are loving the wedges from BCBGMaxazria which are both flashy and practical.
This metallic gold wedge with a Greek influence will have your feet traveling happy all day (especially with those Dr. Scholl’s Dream Walks added!).
Leave the LBD at home on this one. You want bright colors and flowing fabrics such as corals and chiffons. Enough of the “mullet” dresses already!! Not only does it dress you down but it also puts you in the
“tweeny” world. Racewear is supposed to be elegant and classic with your modern stylish twist- enough of these dresses!
Besides the “mullet” dress, our last pet peeve is floppy hats for this raceday. A floppy hat is not proper raceday millinery and it most definitely brings your raceday style down a bit. If you have put the effort into your outfit with beautiful shoes, a great dress, and beachy waves in your hair-keep up the high style with a great sinamay hat or fascinator. Sinamay is the perfect millinery material for warmer days at the races. Many of the Derby hats that you are used to seeing is made from this material. Check out this hat by Studio 910.
Statement necklaces will be a plenty on track and for good reason! A great way to incorporate more color and style into your raceday outfit. Dont’ get too matchy matchy but instead bring it in as a fun surprise! For your purse you may want a shoulder strap for this raceday. You’ll need both hands to hang on to your winning tickets and your beachy cocktails!!
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