Zara Tindall is hailed Royal Ascot 2026's best-dressed in Pretty Woman polka dots


The wife of former England rugby player Mike Tindall looked stunning in her polka dot dress at Ascot 2026


 Zara Tindall on day four of Royal Ascot 2026 at Ascot Racecourse on June 19, 2026 in Ascot, England© UK Press via Getty Images
Laura Sutcliffe
Laura SutcliffeFashion and Beauty News Editor
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Zara Tindall finished off her stylish week at Royal Ascot by donning a delightful polka dot dress. The mother of three chose one of her favourite fashion designers, Claire Mischevani, who created a stunning bespoke style for the royal to wear at the famous horse racing event.

Zara's classic dress featured a form-fitting cut that had modern, three-quarter length sleeves, a square neckline, and a chic midi length. 

 Zara Tindall on day four of Royal Ascot 2026 at Ascot Racecourse on June 19, 2026 in Ascot, England© UK Press via Getty Images
Zara donned a polka dot dress at Royal Ascot

The monochrome colourway made for a timeless finish, reminiscent of the brown, polka-dot dress that Hollywood royalty Julia Roberts famously donned as Vivian in the iconic movie, Pretty Woman. Light and airy, Zara's latest look was a modern twist on Vivian's polo outfit, especially as she teamed it with a resplendent hat by Sally Anne Provan and statement earrings by Hector Lion.

A photo of Julia Roberts wearing a brown polka dot dress© Alamy Stock Photo
Julia Roberts wore polka-dot dress in the 1990s movie Pretty Woman

Zara's Ascot 2026 outfits

The equestrian was a vision in pale yellow for Thursday's races. Proving the pastel tone is still the colour du jour, the jacquard belted dress was a custom design by Rebecca Vallance, and she paired it with an elegant Sarah Cant hat.

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 Giving her opinion on the dress, Rebecca Vallance herself remarked: "Colour has always played such an important role in how women feel when they dress. The butter yellow felt optimistic, modern and perfect for Ascot. It's elegant, but it still feels fresh, which is something I always look for when designing occasionwear."

Zara Tindall smiles as she attends day three of Royal Ascot 2026 at Ascot Racecourse on June 18, 2026 in Ascot, England© Samir Hussein/WireImage
Zara wore a butter yellow dress on Thursday

On Wednesday, Zara donned a dark blue gown by Leo Lin, which featured graphic print floral detail. Zara added a mustard yellow fascinator by Juliette Millinery and chic high heels by Emmy London.

Zara donned a Leo Lin dress on Wednesday© PA Images via Getty Images
Zara donned a Leo Lin dress on Wednesday

On the opening day of Royal Ascot, which fell on Tuesday, Princess Anne's daughter wore a striking lilac puff-sleeve midi dress with a belted waist and scalloped lapels from Rebecca Vallance once again, with a matching hat from Juliette Botterill Millinery. Suede Emmy London heels and a clutch bag known as the 'Mortimer' from Anya Hindmarch were her accompanying accessories. 

A photo of Zara and Mike Tindall at Royal Ascot © UK Press via Getty Images
Zara wore a pretty lilac dress by Rebecca Vallance on Tuesday

As spotted by the Instagram account Royal Fashion Police, she completed her look with her blonde hair in a chic chignon, showing off her Kiki McDonough 'Fireworks' earrings featuring amethyst, blue topaz, peridot and diamonds, costing £5,500.

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