Royal Ascot, one of the UK’s most prestigious horse racing events, is also a fashion event in its own right. Known for its elegant dress code, guests never fail to impress with their timeless looks, often with a unique twist. The Royal Ascot 2024 debut welcomed a multitude of impeccably dressed guests, many of whom went all out with their accessories, especially headwear. Hats, fascinators, and ‘hatinator’ designs reached new heights this year, with a captivating display of bold colors and peculiar patterns donned by racegoers.
Express.co.uk has compiled some of the most outlandish looks seen at Royal Ascot 2024, showcasing the creativity and boldness of the attendees.
Bountiful Bouquet Hats
Three women attending the first day of Royal Ascot donned sizable floral hats, complementing their pastel-colored gowns adorned with elegant details. One woman was a vision in green, her bouquet-inspired hat resembling a lotus flower. Her companion, dressed in pink, opted for a striking mix of pink, white, and green hues in her large hat and dress ensemble. A third racegoer, easily noticeable in her ethereal pink and red outfit with a short hemline, added a touch of whimsy with her floral headwear.
A Pink Moment
One Royal Ascot fan chose a simple wide-brim hat in hot pink, contrasting her monochrome 60s neckline outfit. The shoulderless dress was paired with a bold statement lipstick for an extra pop of color, accompanied by an unusual addition to the look. Forget statement hats; this racegoer wore a pair of bizarre sunglasses with a wavy white frame and a chunky black chain.
Sweet Nostalgia
Supersized hats and fascinators weren’t the only theme at Royal Ascot this year, with pink making a frequent appearance in the guests’ race attire. One woman drew inspiration from the nostalgic sweet, Swizzels Love Hearts, with seven model versions adorning her hat. Embellished with text like ‘Be mine’ and ‘Kiss Me,’ the bespoke, wide-brim design was decorated with red feathers for an added wow factor.
Floral Fascinators
Pastel shades were a perfect fit for Royal Ascot, but the muted tones were hard to miss among crowds for those wearing scaled-up fascinators. A vision in mint green, one woman donned a tall, floral fascinator adorned with voluminous pink and green flowers. Accented with a floating line detail at the top, the fascinator stood out amongst a sea of colors.
