Royal Ascot 2026 is here! Which means five days of fabulous fashion, statement headpieces and impeccably dressed racegoers. While the racing remains at the heart of the event, style is just as much a part of the spectacle, with guests embracing the occasion in everything from elegant tailoring and sophisticated dresses to bold colours and show-stopping hats.
As one of the most prestigious dates in the British social calendar, the Berkshire-based event always delivers plenty of outfit inspiration - and this year looks set to be no exception. We'll be bringing you all the standout looks from the racecourse as they arrive.
This year's official style handbook, curated by Creative Director Daniel Fletcher, has put a fresh spin on race-day dressing, championing "Bright Tomato" as the season's standout shade - so we expect to see plenty of vibrant red tones...
While the event's famously strict dress code remains unchanged, the handbook encourages guests to championed individuality within the rules - experimenting with colour, style and statement accessories, while still honouring Ascot's sartorial traditions.
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H! Fashion's best dressed guests at Royal Ascot 2026
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© UK Press via Getty ImagesZara Tindall
Zara looked pretty in polka dots on day four. She paired her monochromatic dress with a white and black headpiece, black stilettos and a clutch bag.
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© Getty ImagesFlora Gibbs
Flora looked every inch the vintage movie star in a yellow sleeveless dress paired with contrasting black accessories.
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© Getty ImagesLaura-Ann Barr
Brides to be: take note! Laura-Ann's day four outfit was a white dress with a slightly corseted waist, paired with white accessories.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesJazz Johnson
How fabulous is this floral dress with a tiered silhouette? We also adore the butterfly-adorned hat.
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© Getty ImagesMagda Swider
We're obsessed with this incredible blue and black combo.
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© Getty ImagesRosie Turner
Rosie Turner wore a fun maxi dress filled with glorious pastel tones.
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© Getty Images for Royal AscotEllie Evelyn Smith
Ellie looked incredible in a pink and white skirt and suit, paired with complimentary accessories.
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© Getty Images for Holland CooperLady Eliza Spencer and Lady Amelia Spencer
Lady Eliza Spencer and Lady Amelia Spencer had a matching moment in delicate pale pink dresses.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty ImHolly Willoughby
Holly Willoughby was another attendee that plumped for white on day three in a matching jacket, skirt, heels, bag and hat.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesQueen Camilla
Queen Camilla opted for a crisp white ensemble - a tailored midi dress with matching hat and bag.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesCarole Middleton
Carole Middleton went for a mint green midi dress paired with raffia accessories.
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© Getty Images for Royal AscotDaisy Knatchbull
Daisy Knatchbull sported a custom Knatchbull design for day three (we adore the braided belt!)
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© Getty Images for Holland and CooGrace Shadrack
We love the delicate sheer sleeves on Grace Shadrack pretty pale pink dress by Holland Cooper.
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© Getty Images for Royal AscotLydia Millen
Lydia Millen opted for a custom blush pink dress by Sassi Holford, teamed with Emmy London shoes and a hat by Jane Taylor.
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Jade Holland Cooper
Jade Holland Cooper sported an incredible pink polka dot look by Holland Cooper, of course.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesLady Victoria Hervey
Lady Victoria Hervey sported a sculptural midi dress in a metallic shade of sage green with a matching hat.
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© Getty ImagesLaura-Ann Barr
Laura-Ann Barr didn't shy away from a bold colour on day three opting for seriously vibrant fuchsia.
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© Getty ImagesLovely Amusan
Lovely Amusan opted for an outfit that lived up to her name - in a lovely shade of pale pink with matching accessories.
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© Getty ImagesRosie Turner
Rosie Turner sported the perfect dress for the temperamental British weather, in a delicate cream and blue hue.
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© Getty ImagesLouise Roe
Louise Roe opted for a crisp white midi dress with matchy-matchy accessories all by Holland Cooper on day three.
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© Getty ImagesValeriya Stark
Valeriya Stark opted for a delicate cream lace dress paired with bold black accessories.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesTamara Holmgren
Tamara Holmgren opted for big and bold florals for day three of Royal Ascot, with a seriously show stopping matching hat,
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© Getty Images for Ascot RacecoursCatherine, Princess of Wales
Princess Kate looked absolutely sensational, rewearing her vibrant yellow dress from Roksanda. She first debuted the look in 2022 during the Platinum Jubilee Tour of the Caribbean, and also wore it later that year when presenting the Wimbledon ladies’ singles final trophy.
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© Max MumbySophie, Duchess of Edinburgh
The Duchess of Edinburgh wore the chicest black midi dress featuring a statement bow, paired with black-and-white shoes and a matching hat.
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© James WhatlingAnne, Princess Royal
Princess Anne looked pretty in pink on day two, opting for a cheerful two-piece skirt suit and hat, paired with navy gloves and a black clutch bag.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty ImHeather Small
The British singer should be Proud (pun intended) of the outfit she chose on day two. She perfected the red trend in a v-neck fitted midi dress paired with delicate blue accessories.
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© Getty ImagesFlora Gibbs
Flora nailed the 'Bright Tomato' dress code in a vibrant red tailored suit from The Fold, paired with a Jane Taylor hat and an Aspinal of London bag.
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© Getty ImagesJade Holland Cooper
Jade oozed classic glamour on day two in a fully bespoke Holland Cooper ensemble.
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© Getty Images for Royal AscotBold Blues & Pinks
This racegoer leaned into dopamine-dressing with a blue structured dress adorned with bold pink florals. She amplified the brightness with pink accessories.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty ImNot So Mellow Yellow
We love that this racegoer went against the muted butter yellow trend and opted for a vibrant lemon midi dress and matching hat.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesLeonora Smee
On day two, Leonora took balletcore to Royal Ascot in a stunning dress by Aimee Joyce, paired with a Vivien Sheriff hat, Garrard jewellery, a Launer London bag and Emmy London shoes.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesFabulous Florals
An impeccably dressed guest wore a corseted maxi paired with a fantastic floral headpiece and a pink handbag.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesTonal Florals
A racegoer looked effortlessly elegant on day two in a white lace dress with a statement rosette.
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© Getty ImagesGeri Halliwell-Horner
The former Spice Girl wore a figure-flattering white lace dress with a mermaid hem, paired with a matching hat.
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© Getty Images for Royal AscotGeorgia Toffolo
Toff opted for vintage for Day One, and we can't get enough. She wore a magical 120-year-old French debutante dress from Rockstar Boudoir, paired with a Vivien Sheriff and vintage bag from Revival.
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© Getty Images for Royal AscotLeonora Smee
Leonora looked incredible in a custom dress from The Modiste, a Vivien Sheriff hat, Boodles jewellery, Cornelia James gloves and Manolo Blahnik shoes and bag.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Royal AscotKelly Osbourne
Kelly Osbourne took a gothic approach to her ensemble - teaming her black Karen Millen midi dress with a bat shaped fascinator. Ozzy would have approved.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Royal AscotGolda Rosheuvel
Bridgerton star Golda Rosheuvel wore a brilliant ensemble for day one of Royal Ascot - teaming a blue taffeta skirt with an incredible patchwork denim jacket.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Royal AscotGenevieve Chenneour
Genevieve Chenneour opted for a soft sequin dress in a delicate cream shade paired with black accessories.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Royal AscotEmma Louise Proudlock
Former H! Fashion cover star Emma Louise Proudlock sported trousers for day one of Royal Ascot in a zingy tomato hue teamed with a spectacular matching hat.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Royal AscotEleanor Wellesley
Eleanor Wellesley made an excellent choice for the grassy terrain of Royal Ascot - opting for espadrille wedges to team with her crisp white midi dress.
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© Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Images for Royal AscotDaniel Fletcher
Daniel Fletcher, the Creative Director of Royal Ascot looked flawless in a top hat and tails, teamed with a vibrant blue waistcoat.
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© UK Press via Getty ImagesZara Tindall
Zara Tindall looked superb on the first day of Ascot in a pale pink midi dress teamed with matching hat, shoes and bag.
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Jade Holland-Cooper
Designer Jade Holland-Cooper looked spectacular in a polka midi dress paired with black accessories.
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© Getty ImagesYoanna Hanbury
Yoanna Hanbury wore the prettiest pink dress with sheer lace sleeves, paired with a matching hat and olive-hued accessories.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesAnouska Lancaster
How fun is Anouska Lancaster's statement headpiece that matches her dress? We also love that she attached a rose to her Holland Cooper bag.
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© Getty ImagesLaura-Ann Barr
'Bright Tomato' is the colour of the season for this year's Royal Ascot, and Laura-Ann Barr leaned into it perfectly with a long-sleeved dress, matching headpiece and a deeper-toned red bag from Aspinal of London.
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© Getty ImagesCharlotte Hawkins
Charlotte looked effortlessly chic in a butter yellow midi dress paired with a matching hat and white accessories.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesBlooming Butterflies
A racegoer oozed elegance in a 60s style jacket and midi skirt suit, paired with a fantastic headpiece featuring perfect pink cascading butterflies.
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© Getty ImagesFlora Gibbs
Flora oozed vintage glamour in a muted blue skirt suit paired with white gloves, a blue hat, an Aspinal of London Toile De Jouy bag, and white heels. Princess Diana would wholly approve.
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© PA Images via Getty ImagesLucious Limes
Is this not just the most fabulous colour for summer? This racegoer stunned in a zingy lime dress paired with a matching headpiece.



