Royal Ascot, renowned for its blend of horse racing and high fashion, saw attendees including royals, celebrities, and the public showcase their sartorial efforts. A poll conducted by the Daily Mail allowed readers to vote for the best-dressed racegoer, with King Charles's niece, Zara Tindall, securing the top position.
Tindall's winning ensemble for the opening day was a custom lilac belted dress by Rebecca Vallance. The midi frock featured statement sleeves and scalloped lapels. She paired it with a matching hat, pale pink heels, and an Anya Hindmarch clutch. Tindall, 45, also accessorized with drop earrings and sunglasses.
Yoanna Hanbury followed closely in the rankings, wearing a bespoke yellow lace belted midi dress by Sassi Holford. Amelia Hutchins was also noted for her style, opting for a soft pink outfit from Holland Cooper complemented by a hat from Beazley Millinery.
Notable Absences and Dress Code Controversy
Not all attendees were celebrated for their fashion choices. Lottie Moss's cream jacket and skirt ensemble and Lizzie Cundy's outfit drew criticism. Cundy, 58, was notably turned away on the first day for reportedly violating the Royal Enclosure's strict dress code with a sheer, netted dress. She contended that the garment had a lining and suggested the dress code might need modernization.
Royal Fashion Highlights
Zara Tindall also secured a high ranking on Ladies' Day with a chic belted yellow dress, also by Rebecca Vallance, accessorized with a matching Anya Hindmarch clutch and a hat from Sarah Cant Millinery. She completed the look with metallic gold heels and jewelry.
The Prince of Wales, Prince William, attended the event and was ranked fourth, while his father, King Charles, was fifth. Mike Tindall placed sixth, followed by the Princess of Wales, Kate. Kate wore a daffodil yellow Roksanda dress, which she had previously worn on a State Visit to Jamaica and at the Wimbledon championships. Her accessories included a Jane Taylor Millinery hat, an Anya Hindmarch clutch, and cream Gianvito Rossi pumps. Her jewelry featured the late Queen Elizabeth's diamond chandelier earrings and a pearl necklace belonging to Princess Diana.
Several other royals and celebrities were included in the poll, with their outfits receiving varying positive percentages based on reader votes. The poll assessed outfits across the five-day event, with rankings reflecting reader sentiment on style and appropriateness for the occasion.