Unfortunately, there were plenty of outfits competing when it came to the worst dressed at Ladies Day Aintree. Zara Tindall however looked chic in a pastel pink trouser suit by Me + Em, a pink fascinator from Camilla Rose, a Cefinn top, shoes by Emmy and Hector Lion ‘Luberon nid d’abeille’ pearl earrings.
Zara Tindall was not only joined by her husband Mike Tindall but also by their 12-year-old daughter Mia Tindall. The issue with The Grand National is that there is no official dress code which is not great for those who are not confident when it comes to their fashion choices.
According to Aintree Racecourse’s website, “At Aintree Racecourse we believe racing should be enjoyed by anyone and everyone. And one thing is certainly true, the more relaxed and comfortable we feel, the more likely we are to have a great time. So that’s why we’ve created one very simple piece of guidance, to come “dressed to feel your best”.
“We’re all unique, and no more so than in our sense of style and comfort. For some, wearing a nice sweatshirt, pair of jeans and clean trainers is what makes them feel confident and at-ease. For others, they might prefer to turn heads with a sharp suit or glamorous dress and high heels, particularly for one of our big race meetings.”
I do understand the idea behind The Grand National’s ‘no official dress’ code but unfortunately I think this allows more fashion mistakes to be made than need to be.
Take a look at NationalWorld’s worst dressed at Ladies Day Aintree.
5. Racegoers walk in the sunshine on Ladies Day, day two of the Grand National Festival horse race meeting at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, north-west England, on April 10, 2026
If you think a dress is too low cut, too short or more suitable for the evening, think twice before wearing it to the Grand National | AFP via Getty Images
6. A racegoer poses for a picture on Ladies Day, day two of the Grand National Festival horse race meeting at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, north-west England, on April 10, 2026
Best Dressed: I think this black and white polka dot dress looks chic with this black hat | AFP via Getty Images
7. Fashion on Ladies Day at Aintree Racecourse on April 10, 2026 in Liverpool, England
Best Dressed: The black and white polka dot scarf with the hat works well | Getty Images
8. Racegoers walk in the sunshine on Ladies Day, day two of the Grand National Festival horse race meeting at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, north-west England, on April 10, 2026
As far as I am concerned, these were not quite the right looks for Ladies Day | AFP via Getty Images