The Duke of Devonshire has laid down strict rules for visitors to the Royal Enclosure at Ascot racecourse this summer.
He certainly would not approve of this:
The duke, the chairman of the course, has clarified the strict dress code for next week's event in guidance sent to all 80,000 Royal Enclosure badge holders.
In a humorous "A to Z of Do's and Don'ts, women are advised to keep their underwear under wraps during the five-day meeting starting on Tuesday.
"Knickers," it says. "A definite yes, but not on show please ladies."
Mini-skirts are considered "unsuitable", midriffs "must be covered" and trouser suits are acceptable but only if they are "full length and of matching material and colour"
Men are also expected to adhere to the code, which means they must wear either black or grey morning dress, including "a waistcoat, with a top hat, which must be worn at all times in the Royal Enclosure".
The dress code for the Royal Enclosure has been tightened in recent years following complaints that standards are slipping.
Other faux pas to avoid are chewing gum and talking on a mobile phone.
Nick Smith, an Ascot spokesman, said the strict rules were greatly appreciated by visitors to the Royal Enclosure.
"People come to dress up and they expect people to do the same," he said. "It's all a question of balance. If someone is judged to be dressed inappropriately they will be politely asked to leave."
(Abridged from a Telegraph article)
