Princess Kate, Princess Beatrice and Georgia Toffolo: The best dressed guests at Royal Ascot 2023 -

Royal Ascot is an event synonymous with elegance, grace, and timeless fashion. Generally it plays host to a bevy of well-dressed guests who epitomise the height of sartorial splendour.

As the renowned racecourse came alive with the thundering hooves and excited cheers from day one of Ascot 2023, it is the guests' impeccable attire that truly captured our attention. Race lovers from Georgia Toffolo to Hana seem to be embracing a harmonious blend of tradition and contemporary flair.

So far attendees have showcased an array of stunning outfits that left onlookers awestruck. Exquisite hats adorned with feathers, flowers, and intricate designs sat atop perfectly coiffed hair, adding an extra dimension of elegance. Floral patterns and delicate lacework were popular choices, evoking a sense of femininity and grace. Accessories such as pearl necklaces, delicate gloves, and clutch purses added the perfect finishing touches to their ensembles. While adhering to the event's dress code, they managing to express their personal style through subtle details and statement pieces.

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Ascot fashion constantly moves with the times and more and more women are opting to wear suits (a la Louise Roe) and are also being encouraged to experiment with pre-loved clothing. This year Ascot's official ‘Style Guide’ has been renamed the 'Royal Ascot Lookbook' for 2023. It also consists of six different fashion edits: Luxe, Tailoring, Pre-Loved & Rental, Vintage, High Street and Emerging Designer. It’s clear that women's fashion at the races is entering a new era.

Here we round up some of our favourite outfits from Ascot 2023…