Hats are the hardest thing to get right for the races. How do you top off your fabulously put together outfit without making it naff/heavy/hot/annoying and keeping your look chic?

The trick is to branch out beyond the traditional. As long as it’s a headpiece of some sort, you’re welcome to wear it at the races these days.

See below for our pick of headwear to get you through Spring Racing Season.

A modern shape will keep any dress looking fresh. This wide brim hat is from Bondi Beach Bag Co.

A metal headpiece is the latest way to make a subtle statement.

This is a Mania Mania mania Gold headpiece.

A more traditional headpiece in a small shape that will sit on your best angle. This is a Morgan & Taylor Laced Disc.

A gorgeous fascinator is the easiest way to dip into the hat arena. Simply place on top of your style and go.

This is from Max Alexander.

Oh so pretty. Now is the time to get experimental, if you dare.

This is a Gregory Ladner Pleated Turban.

 A subtle headband is all you need. This is a Sarina Suriano Zodiac head jewel piece.

Something metallic to sparkle in the sunshine.

This is a Samantha Wills Time to Dance headpiece.

A turban! So chic. So very Kate Moss.

This is a Gregory Ladner turban.

Go all out with a big disc which calls for a simple dress.

This is Two Mrs Grenvilles piece.

 

There is nothing more stylish that a fine net.

This is a Phillip Treacy headpiece.

So fabulous.

This is a Finds + Benoit missolin alice polkadot headpiece.

Pearl cat’s ears? What more could you ask for.

Try this one from Erickson Beamon.

Nicole Richie wore these. Need we say more?

What are you planning to wear to top of your fabulous outfit? Tell us below!