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.
H! Fashion's best dress guests at Royal Ascot 2026
© Getty ImagesYoanna Hanbury
Yoanna Hanbury wore the prettiest pink dress with sheer lace sleeves, paired with a matching hat and olive-hued accessories.
© 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.
© 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.
© Getty ImagesCharlotte Hawkins
Charlotte looked effortlessly chic in a butter yellow midi dress paired with a matching hat and white accessories.
© 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.
© 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.
© 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.
