How to experience Hong Kong’s Formula-E like an influencer

The FIA’s Formula-E 2017 HKT Hong Kong E-Prix isn’t just about racing – it’s an opportunity to see and be seen.

The front rows of the grandstands and the urban track at Central Harbourfront were the best places to catch a glimpse of the electric cars as they powered past; but it was at the industry bashes and after-dinner parties, at some of the city’s best hotels and restaurants, that I would see the some of the best dressed and most immaculately styled clocking in after a hard day at the races.

Here’s my shortlist of some of the best places to dine, decompress, see and be seen during the HKT Hong Kong E-Prix – from the perspective of someone who travelled to Hong Kong from the United States for this event:

Favourite styles

So, what exactly does one wear to the races and to after-parties? As a man interested in a blend of formal and street style, I have always scoured the pages of magazines like GQ and Esquire for recaps on runway shows, fashion inspiration, and the season’s best style tips. Now, we have Instagram, and it helps to follow some admittedly very stylish style bloggers – many of whom are based in Europe. I admit, it took me a while to understand how to translate the trends walking down the runways into an everyday wardrobe to wear to the races.

“Formula E is changing the world of racing, technology and entertainment, and this weekend in Hong Kong proved it,” says Kelly England Prehn, a fashion ambassador based in England. “I was so happy to see both the inspirational Alejandro Agag and Giorgio Veroni on the Grid. Such a spectacular weekend for all! Hong Kong looked incredible in the golden light and showcased itself as THE place to be.”

At the events, I saw a couple of globetrotting style icons including 2016 F1 World Champion Nico Rosberg @nicoroseberg, skiing legend and car fiend Jon Olsson @jonolsson1, creative director J.J. Acuna @jj.acuna and racing driver Denise Yeung @deniseyeung888 – check out some of their posts from the event below!