At the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta, elegance meets athleticism amid stunning displays of rowing prowess. But, the event is about more than pure sport. For fashion enthusiasts, the summer social poses a burning question beyond who will take home the trophy: What to wear to Henley?
To navigate the fashion waters with confidence, we’ve outlined the Henley Regatta dress codes you need to know about, and our curated recommendations for to make a splash on and off the riverside. What to wear depends on the enclosure you’ll be watching the action from, so allow us to guide you through what to wear accordingly.
The perfect outfit for sport, style, and little sunshine champagne sipping? We’ve got you covered…
What to wear in the Stewards’ Enclosure
Positioned by the finish line on the Berkshire side of the river, the glamorous grandstands of the Stewards’ Enclosure require guests to adhere to a formal dress code.
For ladies, this means a dress or skirt with a hemline below the knee, or trousers. It’s not a requirement, but it’s traditional for ladies here to wear hats – so consider this the place to indulge in full fascinator glam.
For men, lounge suits, or jackets or blazers with trousers, are required, as is a tie – though you can also opt for a cravat, too.
No shorts, leggings, tracksuits or jeans are allowed here, and will result in being refused entry – so keep summer occasion wear in mind, instead.
What to wear in the Regatta Enclosure
A less strict affair, there is no formal dress code for the Regatta Enclosure – so you don’t have to worry about being refused entry here. But, what’s the fun in dressing down?
Here, we recommend embracing the spirit of Henley in smart casual attire, as well as rowing-inspired club blazers and caps.
What to wear to Henley Regatta
With the dress code and spirit of the event in mind, here are our curated picks for what to wear on the riverbank this year…
Halo Lab Diamond Drop Earrings In 9k White Gold
Diamonds are always a good idea. These beautiful diamond drop halo earrings set six central diamonds in a glittering halo, completed with 9K white gold. Not only they chic and timeless, but they’re also as sustainable as they are stunning, thanks to sporting ethically-produced diamonds. No wonder The Diamond Store, the UK’s largest online diamond retailer, established in London back in 1956, is fast becoming our go-to for all that glitters.
Aubrey One Shoulder Maxi Long Dress by Rebecca Rhoades
Nothing says Henley Regatta like chic stripes, and this one shouldered maxi, complete with flattering nipped in waist, from occasion wear maestro Rebecca Rhoades looks like it was made for the riverbank. Wear and feel like royalty.
It’s Henley Royal Regatta – and that means you deserve to wear your finest crown. Our accessory of choice? The luxe headbands and fascinators on offer from London-based designer, Crown Love. Opt for their navy bow fascinator for optimum for optimum rowing regalia, or our favourite: this chic velvet headband with faux pearl and rhinestone detailing, to elevate any outfit.
Does anyone do summer elegance quite like Zimmermann? This dreamy crochet maxi dress in a striped cotton knit is perfectly paired with a cream fascinator and a spot on the riverbank.
With its handwoven body, double-top handles and embossed Anagram patch, Loewe’s small basket bag is arguably the It bag of the summer. The tan colourings go with everything, and it’s sizeable enough to carry all your essentials. Elegant and practical? We’ll be using this all summer long.
For a casual dress to while away the day with a picnic on the riverbank, this boho maxi from Joe Browns fits the bill perfectly. Dress up with strappy sandals and style with a favourite summer straw tote.
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The Luxe Review 
At the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta, elegance meets athleticism amid stunning displays of rowing prowess. But, the event is about more than pure sport. For fashion enthusiasts, the summer social poses a burning question beyond who will take home the trophy: What to wear to Henley?
To navigate the fashion waters with confidence, we’ve outlined the Henley Regatta dress codes you need to know about, and our curated recommendations for to make a splash on and off the riverside. What to wear depends on the enclosure you’ll be watching the action from, so allow us to guide you through what to wear accordingly.
The perfect outfit for sport, style, and little sunshine champagne sipping? We’ve got you covered…
What to wear in the Stewards’ Enclosure
Positioned by the finish line on the Berkshire side of the river, the glamorous grandstands of the Stewards’ Enclosure require guests to adhere to a formal dress code.
For ladies, this means a dress or skirt with a hemline below the knee, or trousers. It’s not a requirement, but it’s traditional for ladies here to wear hats – so consider this the place to indulge in full fascinator glam.
For men, lounge suits, or jackets or blazers with trousers, are required, as is a tie – though you can also opt for a cravat, too.
No shorts, leggings, tracksuits or jeans are allowed here, and will result in being refused entry – so keep summer occasion wear in mind, instead.
What to wear in the Regatta Enclosure
A less strict affair, there is no formal dress code for the Regatta Enclosure – so you don’t have to worry about being refused entry here. But, what’s the fun in dressing down?
Here, we recommend embracing the spirit of Henley in smart casual attire, as well as rowing-inspired club blazers and caps.
What to wear to Henley Regatta
With the dress code and spirit of the event in mind, here are our curated picks for what to wear on the riverbank this year…
Halo Lab Diamond Drop Earrings In 9k White Gold
Diamonds are always a good idea. These beautiful diamond drop halo earrings set six central diamonds in a glittering halo, completed with 9K white gold. Not only they chic and timeless, but they’re also as sustainable as they are stunning, thanks to sporting ethically-produced diamonds. No wonder The Diamond Store, the UK’s largest online diamond retailer, established in London back in 1956, is fast becoming our go-to for all that glitters.
£525, The Diamond Store
Aubrey One Shoulder Maxi Long Dress by Rebecca Rhoades
Nothing says Henley Regatta like chic stripes, and this one shouldered maxi, complete with flattering nipped in waist, from occasion wear maestro Rebecca Rhoades looks like it was made for the riverbank. Wear and feel like royalty.
£257, Rebecca Rhoades
Velvet pearl headband by Crown Love
It’s Henley Royal Regatta – and that means you deserve to wear your finest crown. Our accessory of choice? The luxe headbands and fascinators on offer from London-based designer, Crown Love. Opt for their navy bow fascinator for optimum for optimum rowing regalia, or our favourite: this chic velvet headband with faux pearl and rhinestone detailing, to elevate any outfit.
£55, Crown Love
Zimmermann Devi crocheted maxi dress
Does anyone do summer elegance quite like Zimmermann? This dreamy crochet maxi dress in a striped cotton knit is perfectly paired with a cream fascinator and a spot on the riverbank.
£1050, Selfridges
Loewe palm and leather small basket bag
With its handwoven body, double-top handles and embossed Anagram patch, Loewe’s small basket bag is arguably the It bag of the summer. The tan colourings go with everything, and it’s sizeable enough to carry all your essentials. Elegant and practical? We’ll be using this all summer long.
£550, Selfridges
‘Betsy’ Boho Dress
For a casual dress to while away the day with a picnic on the riverbank, this boho maxi from Joe Browns fits the bill perfectly. Dress up with strappy sandals and style with a favourite summer straw tote.
£60, Joe Browns
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 review: new headphone flagship offers bigger sound, gorgeous design
Introducing Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2, the latest Bluetooth headphone from the iconic UK Hi-Fi marque. These updated flagship cans build on the foundations of the original Px8, introducing mechanical and acoustic improvements for a more stable fit and commensurately expressive sound. With high-res wireless codec support, advanced noise cancellation and luxury materials, this new…
French atelier Lac Humidors unveils bespoke gold-plated watch box worth €43,000
Introducing this season’s most audacious luxury gift: a gold-plated watch box priced at €43,000. Lac Humidors, known for its high-end humidors and watch winders, describes the box as both a technical showpiece and a tongue-in-cheek answer to the age-old question of what to buy for the person who has everything. Due to the complexity of…
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The Bühlmann Decompression 02 is a professional-grade mechanical dive watch on a mission. Building on the success of the 2021 Decompression 01, the new model focuses on enhanced functionality, safety and real-world usability, with a design shaped by decades of research originating from Dr Albert A. Bühlmann’s pioneering decompression work. The Decompression 02 is of…
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