August is that month that marks the most highly regarded car show of the year, The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Are you attending? Jay Leno is. And so is every other car enthusiast in the world. According to The New York Times,
“The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance has often been called the World Series or Super Bowl of the automotive universe, but those descriptions sell this celebration short. If anything, it’s more like the Olympics.”
The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance celebrates attention to detail, a commitment to excellence and the resulting pleasure to be found in what is, quite simply, the best. Wondering what to wear to Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach? That is the unbeknownst question. Not to worry though, we have your wardrobe worries covered. The elite auto show takes place on the beautiful Pebble Beach golf course. As a place where only the most beautiful and rare automobiles are invited to appear, we strongly feel that one’s attire should match the celebratory mood surrounding these wonderful, rare-breed cars, but also, of course, serve some functional purpose.
The stylish summer outfit that you debut on the exquisitely groomed lawn should answer your comfort and ease-of-movement needs, as you will most likely be doing a day’s worth of walking and standing underneath the warm California sun. Think attire that is befitting of a golf course or polo classic. Feminine golf shorts, a bright colored blouse, oversized sunglasses, and a panama hat are ideal. Yes, you may bring a pair of swoon-worthy pumps for the parties (such as the pair below), but please be sure to definitely include a pair of jeweled sandals for a day of walking around and car gazing.
Below, we’ve put together an outfit that will fit in with the well-versed Concours d’Elegance crowd. Leave a comment below and tell us what you’ll be wearing to Pebble Beach for the automobile festivities.
What To Wear To Concours d’Elegance
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L
Do many women wear Kentucky Derby type flowered hats to the event? I will be attending for the first time this year and while searching online for clothing recommendations found that some people wear these hats to the concours? I had no idea, and while I would love to wear one, I also don’t want to feel silly and be like one of 5 women wearing these hats at the event? Any tips?
Nubry
A wide brim hat is a fabulous idea to shield your face from the sun during the Concours. It’s not necessary, however, to wear a Derby style hat; rather choose something simple. A wide brim straw hat, panama hat, or fedora is ideal. Have an amazing time!
esme noir
hi gretchen, while this outfit would be sure to attract a lot of attention at the concours, the person wearing it would be highly uncomfortable! i’ve attended the event many times over the years. often the weather is windy, foggy and downright cold, making shorts impractical and absolutely requiring a wrap of some sort. one has to walk for some way on a dirt/gravel path to get to the golf course, which of course is a soft grass surface, so heels would be a real problem! wedges maybe?? one needs shoes appropriate for walking on dirt and grass for several miles. this does indeed present a real fashion dilemma: looking great and being comfortable at the same time is always a challenge at the concours!
yours,
esme noir
http://esmenoir.com
Gretchen Hackmann
Hi Esme – thx for your comment! I completely agree that for this event
fashion is just as important as function, which is why I recommended
shorts over a dress. Also, it’s definitely necessary to bring another
form of footwear (flats or sandals) so that you are prepared when you
need to slip into your heels for end-of-day events. The wrap idea is
great and will surely be included next year in our outfit
recommendation! Thanks!!