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The Goodwood Revival, started in 1998, is an ode to the rich heritage of British motorsport and the legacy of drivers who were known as much for their style as they were for their racing prowess.
As such, the event has become known as a celebration of post-war style and period clothing – bringing together thousands of spectators to revel in a taste of times-gone-by and take style inspiration from the racing heroes of a bygone era. Here’s what to wear if you’re planning to attend this infamously dapper event.
Go with a polished look to keep it classic
There are a multitude of different directions you can take revival style, but among the most favoured options is a sharp, classic look that calls for a high-quality, beautifully cut suit.
We can’t stress enough how integral material choice is to executing this look. The Goodwood Revival is all about paying tribute to the era in which the circuit was in peak use – 1948-1966. These were times where tweed was king, so that’s going to be your best bet if you want to be on theme. Something like our Donegal tweed suit in stone, brown, or sage herringbone will be more than adequately befitting, and don’t skip the matching waistcoat if you want to complete the look.
Accessorising this look is easy and you really can’t mess it up. If you want to stay on-brand with something smart, keep the accessories simple – a plain pocket square and crochet tie with a pair of well-shined brogues will bring everything together nicely. For a touch of eccentricity, you can afford to go loud with patterned ties and pocket squares, or even add a pair of braces and armbands to show you mean business.
Keep it laid-back with a relaxed fit suit
For those of us who feel more comfortable in a laid-back style of outfit, a relaxed-fit suit will keep you on-theme while granting you an air of effortless style. The 1940s were known for slightly looser fits across suiting, particularly wider legs and shoulders, making this look ideal for Goodwood Revival.
To get the look, find a suit or jacket that’s slightly deconstructed – suits from our relaxed-fit range are perfect for this. They adopt a more Italian style of tailoring, dropping the shoulder pads and adding a bit more room in the chest and back without having you swimming in fabric.
If you want to go even more relaxed, replace the blazer with a shacket or overshirt – this’ll give you a fun mechanic/constructer’s vibe, rather than a suited and booted spectator.
You can pair either of these relaxed looks with brogues or double-monks, but a pair of loafers will work just as well. When it comes to around-the-collar accessories, you have options. A tie is, of course, the most classic, but you could also try a cravat or one of our Bottinelli bow ties.
Have fun with it
The most important style tip we can give you when deciding what to wear at the Goodwood Revival is to wear something that makes you feel good. These types of events can be intimidating and easily lead to stress if you worry over what you’re going to wear on the day. No matter what you wear, if you have some fun with it and play around, you’re guaranteed to look the part and fit in.
