Zara Tindall's showstopping royal fashion moments – from bold mini dresses to statement hats


She's a royal style icon just like Kate Middleton…


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Fiona Ward
Fiona WardContributing Writer
Updated: May 14, 2021
Zara Tindall smiling, wearing a blue hat with a flower, sunglasses, and a gray coat.

We are obsessed with Zara Tindall's gorgeous royal wardrobe! The equestrian star loves wearing laidback casual styles, but when she dresses up, she dresses up. Ahead of her 40th birthday on Saturday, we thought we would take a look back at some of her iconic outfits.

From full-length gowns to daring mini dresses, clashing colour combinations and statement hats, the daughter of Princess Anne always wows us with her choices. And in 2019, Zara even told The Telegraph that her mum had taught her everything she knows about dressing for important occasions.

"Through the years, whenever going to an occasion, the main lesson that my mother taught us was just to make sure that you look presentable, clean and tidy. That was always handed down to us," she said.

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While she insisted fashion isn't her priority - preferring to dress casually while at home with her children - she did reveal that she has an extravagant walk-in wardrobe! "Everyone wants a walk in wardrobe, don't they? It was always a big thing getting older and realising that dream of having a walk in wardrobe," she said.

No doubt she has plenty of stunning dresses in there from over the years, as well as her prize equestrian pieces. Scroll down to see her memorable fashion moments…

Prince Andrew, Duke of York, stands with Zara Tindall and others at an event.© Photo: Getty Images

Remember when Zara wore this gorgeous floral Zimmermann dress to Royal Ascot in 2019? She teamed the ankle-grazing dress with a pair of nude heels and an equally gorgeous cornflower blue hat.

Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall standing together, smiling, in front of a garden.© Photo: Instagram

Of course, 2020's Royal Ascot was celebrated at home, but that didn't mean Zara and Mike didn't dress up for the occasion! The Olympic medallist looked incredible in her Beulah London dress, teamed with a bespoke matching hat from Juliette Millinery. She was dressed by her stylist Annie Miall.

Zara Tindall in a red and white floral dress and Mike Tindall in a blue suit and red tie, standing together and smiling.© Photo: Getty Images

The royal looked beautiful in a statement sixties-style mini dress for the Magic Millions Raceday at the Gold Coast Turf Club back in January 2019. We loved her pearl-studded handbag, too, which came from cult favourite designer Kate Spade.

Mike Tindall and Zara Tindall stand together, smiling, in front of a vibrant floral backdrop.© Photo: Getty Images

This has got to be our favourite ever outfit on Zara! This colour clashing combo is so beautiful. For another appearance in Australia, she wore a pink Rebecca Vallance mini dress with a feathered orange fascinator by Millinery Jill and another Kate Spade shoulder bag.

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Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall standing together at an event, smiling.© Photo: Getty Images

Attending the Ivy Ball with husband Mike in December 2019, Zara chose this stunning glittering black gown with a V neckline.

Zara Tindall smiling, wearing a black and white houndstooth coat and red hat, holding a burgundy handbag.

Zara looked fabulous in this elegant houndstooth look at the Cheltenham Festival 2020. We're swooning over her Aspinal of London arm candy...

Zara Tindall in a colorful dress and blue hat, holding a yellow purse, walking on grass.© Photo: Getty Images

The royal opted for bold florals for 2016's royal ascot – we love that statement yellow handbag!

Zara Tindall in a black dress and heels, holding a white clutch, smiling at an event.© Photo: Getty Images

Rocking a chic little black dress at the official launch of her jewellery collection with Calleija, Zara totally turned heads. Her cut-out Alaia heels are one of her favourite pairs for summer occasions.

Zara Tindall, wearing a one-shoulder dress, holds a champagne glass and smiles on a deck.© Photo: Getty Images

Here comes the bride-to-be! For her pre-wedding party in July 2011, Zara stunned in a one-shoulder mini dress.

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Zara Tindall in a black one-shoulder dress, smiling and holding a clutch.© Photo: Getty Images

Rocking a bold fringe in March 2011, the royal looked beautiful in another asymmetric mini dress – we're sensing a trend, and getting major Duchess of Sussex vibes from her modern look.

Two women, one in a purple dress and the other in a white and peach dress, smiling and hugging.© Photo: Getty Images

Looking carefree in a V-neck chiffon dress at a charity dinner and concert way back in 2004, Zara looks stunning in this peachy colour palette.

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