How to get a head start on Ascot Ladies' Day: Race-goers bring out the pageantry - and sunshine - with My Little Pony and owl-themed outfits
The sun came out in time for Ladies’ Day of Ascot – and the fashionistas simply bloomed.
Some race-goers went the extra mile to turn heads at the Berkshire event yesterday.
One pink-haired attendee opted for an equestrian-themed hat featuring plastic My Little Pony toys on a faux grassy paddock, matching her green dress.
Elsewhere, an owl-themed outfit had fellow race-goers all a-twitter.
Others chose hats with explosions of random colour that stood out against the summer sky.
One pink-haired attendee opted for an equestrian-themed hat featuring plastic My Little Pony toys on a faux grassy paddock, matching her green dress
An owl-themed outfit had fellow race-goers all a-twitter
A woman wears a hat with explosions of random colour that stood out against the summer sky
Also getting stuck into the event – albeit with more reserved headwear – was the Queen, who at points could not hide her emotion.
Her Majesty could be seen waving her binoculars and biting her nails with nerves in the Royal Box as she and the King watched their horse Gilded Water finish 12th in the King George V stakes.
Camilla, 76, looked elegant in a white Dior dress, opting for a floral Philip Treacy hat.
She paired this with the Ladies of India emerald and diamond brooch from Queen Elizabeth’s collection, which was originally given to Queen Mary in 1911.
And Charles, 75, looked delighted to be back after taking a break from the event on Wednesday.
Other royals invited to take part in the daily carriage procession included the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, the Princess Royal and Zara and Mike Tindall.
As it was Ladies’ Day at the prestigious racing event, many eyes were on the glamorous female attendees.
Some hats were so large that it made getting through the gates at the start of the day a challenge.
Her Majesty could be seen waving her binoculars and biting her nails with nerves in the Royal Box as she and the King watched their horse Gilded Water finish 12th in the King George V stakes
Camilla, 76, looked elegant in a white Dior dress, opting for a floral Philip Treacy hat. She paired this with the Ladies of India emerald and diamond brooch from Queen Elizabeth’s collection, which was originally given to Queen Mary in 1911.
Other royals invited to take part in the daily carriage procession included the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh
Princess Anne attends the Royal Ascot
Mike and Zara Tindall were also spotted at Royal Ascot
As it was Ladies’ Day at the prestigious racing event, many eyes were on the glamorous female attendees
Some hats were so large that it made getting through the gates at the start of the day a challenge
Gemma Mattison, from Birmingham, had a large red rose as a hat and said she wanted to make a statement at the event
Viv Jenner wears the large-brimmed lattice hat she designed
Gemma Mattison, from Birmingham, had a large red rose as a hat and said she wanted to make a statement at the event.
The 41-year-old said: ‘I always have a classic look when I come to Royal Ascot but this time I thought I’d go all out – it’s now or never. So I’ve come as an English rose.’
Milliner Vivienne Jenner, who wore the large-brimmed lattice hat she designed and made, said: ‘It’s very lightweight as its made from wire work and the flowers are made of feathers, so it’s very easy to wear.’
Celebrities including singer Katherine Jenkins, footballer Michael Owen and model Jerry Hall were also at yesterday’s meeting. The event runs until tomorrow.
