Well-heeled guests pull out all the style stops as they don glamorous gowns and floral frocks to attend day one of the Henley Royal Regatta - despite the grey skies and drizzle
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Chic revellers were snapped stepping out in style today, as they attended day one of the Henley Royal Regatta at Henley-on-Thames in Oxfordshire.
The rowing event, which was established in 1839, takes place every year and sees teams compete in multiple races along the Thames. Clubs from up and down the country will vye for glory as they take part in some 300 competitions.
However, it is as famous for its fashion as it is for its rowing, and attendees today certainly seemed keen to maintain that reputation.
They certainly didn't let the less-than-ideal weather conditions affect their style, with some seen keeping their outfits protected from the drizzle with large umbrellas.
There are two sections at the event - the Regatta Enclosure and the Stewards' Enclosure.
One glamorous reveller is snapped looking stylish in a lavish off-shoulder gown paired with pale pink accessories
These stylish friends looked Summery as they stepped out in floral print maxi dresses in pastel colours
CO-ORDINATING: These pals didn't wear matching outfits, but shared a cohesive look by incorporating similar hues into their ensembles
According to event information, there is no dress code in the Regatta Enclosure and 'the atmosphere is informal and relaxed'.
However, the website notes, many attendees 'do embrace the spirit of the event by wearing club blazers and other rowing apparel'.
Meanwhile, the Stewards' Enclosure is more formal, and event organisers have devised a dress code.
When it comes to the ladies, they are 'required to wear dresses or skirts with a hemline below the knee, or jackets or blazers with trousers, or trouser suits'.
In addition, while it not a requirement, it is 'customary for ladies to wear hats'.
Some items of clothing are banned from the enclosure, including shorts, leggings, tracksuits and jeans.
The gentlemen's dress code cites that men are 'required to wear lounge suits, or jackets or blazers with trousers, together with a tie or, if preferred, a cravat'.
Again, shorts, leggings, tracksuits and jeans are all listed as banned garments when it comes to the Stewards' Enclosure.
Rain didn't stop this attendee from grinning as she protected her hot pink ensemble with a large blue umbrella
Meanwhile, another woman held her cream cardigan above her head as light rain fell during day one
Despite it being July, the weather meant this guest at the Henley Royal Regatta wore a warm coat as well as carrying an umbrella
Following a Royal Regatta tradition, this day one attendee completed her outfit with a white fascinator
Although there is no dress code in the Regatta Enclosure, like these guests who were snapped attending the event today, many guests choose to dress up whichever enclosure they are in
This stylish attendee paired her minimalist white dress with brown sandals and a pale sage slouchy cardigan
DAY OUT: A group of friends look chic as they pose for a photograph - with three wearing matching cream blazers
Stripes and a white blazer suggested that this stylish Regatta attendee was fully embracing the spirit of the event
STATEMENT: This man opted for an eye-catching three-piece suit, paired with a matching cap and black lace-up shoes
Although the weather wasn't ideal, and the skies were grey with some rain, optimistic attendees still opted for chic Summery frocks
This stylish pair embraced the spirit of the Regatta, with the woman opting for a floral frock, and the man in a royal blue blazer and striped tie