Zara Tindall turned heads at Royal Ascot on Thursday, earning the title 'Queen of Ascot' from delighted fans. The daughter of Princess Anne dazzled on Ladies' Day, the third day of the prestigious racing event, in a custom-made butter yellow dress by Rebecca Vallance.
Designer's Exclusive Creation
The designer described the look as 'elegant, optimistic and distinctly modern,' reflecting the brand's signature approach to occasion dressing, where femininity, craftsmanship and contemporary sophistication come together. The dress was created exclusively for Royal Ascot and is not available for purchase online.
Accessories Worth Thousands
Zara paired the dress with a matching Anya Hindmarch clutch worth £1,150, Claudia gold heels by Emmy London priced at £545, a Sara Cant Pismo boater hat costing £900, and yellow earrings by Kiki McDonough valued at £2,150. She completed the ensemble with champagne sunglasses by Finlay at £160. The total wardrobe value exceeded £4,800.
Fan Reactions
Fans took to social media to praise her style. One user on Royal British Fashion's Instagram page commented: 'There are two Queens of style at Ascot: Francesca and Zara.' Another added: 'No doubt the best dressed at Ascot.' A third chimed: 'She is hitting it out of the park this Ascot!!' A fourth remarked: 'This is a terrific outfit with her hair colour and complexion. One of my faves on her!'
Royal Family Presence
Zara was joined by other royal family members, including King Charles and Queen Camilla, the Princess Royal, and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. The Queen praised the sartorial elegance of female racegoers, saying: 'It's the best of British really, isn't it. Whether you love horses or not, you come here for a really good day to experience fun, the best racing, and elegant women.'
Ladies' Day Festivities
Royal Ascot racegoers showcased a riot of colourful hats, with designs featuring ostrich feathers, pipe-cleaner flowers, and even a miniature chair. The event continues to celebrate British pageantry and style.
