Kate, Princess of Wales She made her debut at Royal Ascot 2023. To ensure she stands out from the crowd, the royal family chose a bright red wrap dress by Alexander McQueen for her entry into the event’s fourth day.
A matching wide-brimmed hat by Philip Treacy provided some shade from the sun and the addition of a more affordable outfit—golden brass earrings by Sezane ‘Esmee—completed the look.
Read more: Why does the Princess of Wales wear so much red?
The mother of three arrived in the second carriage as part of the royal motorcade, accompanied by their mothers Prince WilliamPrincess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.
King Charles Queen Camilla arrived in the first carriage, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh in the third, and Judi Dench, in a white hat and matching gown, made a surprise appearance in the fourth.
Rate the best celebrity fashion at Royal Ascot for 2023
Royal Ascot may be what horse racing is all about, but it’s the dress we care most about – and this year it didn’t disappoint.
Annually, the equestrian event beloved by the late Queen is attended by many celebrities and royal spectators, each dressed to impress.
Adhering to a strict dress code – which this year encouraged guests to ‘inject a little fun and personality’ into their outfits – the summer calendar is something of a fashion show, offering a range of clothing inspiration.
Have your say on this year’s style show by rating each royal and celebrity look as they’re worn.
Day 4, June 23: Kate, Princess of Wales wears bespoke dress by McQueen (price unknown), Philip Treacy hat (price unknown) and Sezane earrings (last season, no longer stock).
Day 3, June 22: Zara Tindall in The Short sleeve French lace dress by Scanlan Theodore (£1,800) with the ‘Hat Box’ bag, Aspinal of London (£495).
Day 3, June 22: Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, wears the £1,150 Adele x Rachel Levy tea dress by Susanna Londonpaired Strathberry’s East/West mini bag (£341.25), charming purple and baby blue heels.
Day 3 June 22: Sabrina can wear a Boucle tweed midi skirt (£280) and a Matching jacket (£430)both from Self Portrait.
Day 3, June 22: Georgia wears a Toffolo A Rosie Assoulin dress, £1,315with the ‘Elise’ hat, £1,350, by Jess Colette Millenerthe Frida straw basket bag, £225, Lulu GuinnessAnd La Havana espadrilles, £145, Manipi.
Day 3, June 22: Charlotte Hawkins was wearing a dress Ro & Zo Scarlett Twist Neck Dress (£159) With matching witch and blue heels.
Day 2, June 21: Zara Tindall wore a long-sleeve version of the Genevieve navy dress, £1,750, Laura Green and the Pleated side bow, £690, Juliette Bottrill
Day 2, 21 June: Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, in dress £3,450 Susanna “Alison” ivory silk crepe dress With a wide-brimmed hat
Day 1, June 20: Zara Tindall wears £667 Dress by Australian label Leo Lin and boat hat
Day 1, June 20: Princess Beatrice wears, £495 Beulah London dress and a Juliette Bottrill Millenary headband
Day 1, June 20: Charlotte Hawkins in a green and white printed dress and a green witch charm
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