Sandhya Garg · Scottsdale, Arizona
Polo in Scottsdale
Saturday, November 7, 2026 · Dresses · Hats · Shoes for the Divot Stomp
Quick Answer
Garden-party smart: a printed midi or maxi, a hat or fascinator, and wedges, block heels or flats, because stilettos sink into the grass during the divot stomp. Choose colour over shine for a daytime event. Afternoons in November are warm and evenings cool fast, so bring a jacket if you're staying for the evening.
Polo in Scottsdale is one of the most stylish afternoons of the Arizona year. It's a day on the grass with horses, hats and champagne, and it has the right atmosphere for a maximalist print.
Our studio is in Scottsdale, so this one is local for us. Here's what to wear by ticket, how to handle the hat and the shoes, and twelve pieces that ship from here.
The Polo Look, Piece by Piece
The Scottsdale Polo Championships has been called “the most-attended polo event in the country”, and this year's date is Saturday, November 7. It's a day out in the sun on grass, and it's one of the best-dressed afternoons on the Arizona calendar.
Garden party smart
The Dress
A midi or maxi in a print or colour. Polo is a daytime event, so choose colour over shine.
Your one statement
The Hat
A wide brim for the sun or a fascinator for the tent. Keep the rest simple.
For grass
The Shoes
Wedges, block heels or flats. Stilettos sink into the field during the divot stomp.
After sunset
The Jacket
Afternoons are warm and evenings cool quickly. Bring a layer that suits the outfit.
Leave the stilettos at home. The divot stomp is part of the day.
What to Wear, by Ticket
| Where you'll be | What to wear | From this edit |
|---|---|---|
| General admission on the lawn | A shirt dress or sundress, flat sandals, a hat, sunscreen. | Versailles, Louis |
| Grandstand | A midi with a hat, wedges for the divot stomp. | Louis, Antonia, Marie |
| VIP or hospitality tent | A maxi or polished midi, a statement hat or fascinator. | Carolina, Duchess, Queen |
| Evening party | Dressier, with a jacket for the cool desert night. | Marquis, Sophie + Fleur |
Polo borrows a lot from horse racing. If you're also planning for the Kentucky Derby, see What to Wear to the Kentucky Derby (Start With the Hat). For garden-party rules, see the Afternoon Tea Dress Code.
Our studio is in Scottsdale, and orders ship from here within 1 to 3 days, so there's still time before the match.
The Polo Edit · Let Them Eat Cake Collection
Twelve Pieces for a Day at the Polo
Garden-party prints, grass-friendly shapes and jackets for the desert evening. Ships from Scottsdale.
The Polo Dress: Midi and Maxi
Statement Looks for the Tent
Easy Pieces and Sunset Jackets
Dresses run XS to 3XL and jackets XS to XL. Stock is limited, so check the size selector on each product page · Size chart · Made to measure
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the 2026 Scottsdale Polo Championships?
Saturday, November 7, 2026, according to Experience Scottsdale. Check the official event site for gates, parking and ticket tiers.
Is there a dress code for polo?
Most polo events have no strict dress code, but the style is garden-party smart: a sundress or midi, a hat or fascinator, and wedges or flats. VIP and hospitality areas tend to dress up more.
What shoes should you wear to a polo match?
Wedges, block heels or flats. Stilettos sink into the grass, especially during the divot stomp at half-time, when spectators walk onto the field to replace the turf.
What is the weather like at Scottsdale polo in November?
Usually sunny and warm in the afternoon, then cool quickly after sunset. Wear sunscreen and a hat for the day, and bring a jacket if you're staying into the evening.
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About the Writer
Sandhya Garg is a Project Runway Season 13 designer who won two challenges on the show and presented her collection at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week. She studied womenswear at London College of Fashion and has worked at Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Liberty London and Alice Temperley. Her label has been featured in Marie Claire US, Elle, Cosmopolitan and Vogue online. Every print is drawn by Sandhya in Los Angeles and printed and made in India. Read her story.
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