Fashion was first past the post at the Down Royal Racecourse as punters stepped out in their finery.
Bringing in the May bank holiday with style and a smile, crowds posed for photos in the sunshine at the track in Lisburn .
Although rain threatened to dampen spirits at the May Day Meeting at the Maze, there was plenty of bold outfits to brighten up the track.
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And hats off to those making fashion statements with their unique headpieces.
With unprecedented ticket pre-sales for the bank holiday event, punters went all out to look their best for the big day.
Staying on trend for the season, there was no shortage of pastel florals, neon block prints and of course the crochet effect on the dresses donned by the ladies.
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The annual May Day Race is a key date in the horse racing calender as the summer season kicks off and the fashion forward of Northern Ireland eagerly anticipate Ladies Day at the Down Royal in June.
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