All the Best Looks (and Whimsical Hats!) of Royal Ascot from Kate Middleton, Queen Camilla, and More

Members of the royal family put on their best headpieces for the horse racing at Royal Ascot as the event was held for the first time since Queen Elizabeth's death

Kate Middleton, Prince William, King Charles, Queen Camilla and more put the "royal" in Royal Ascot!

While the horse racing event was closely linked to Queen Elizabeth during her historic 70-year reign, members of the royal family carried on her legacy when the event was held for the first time since her death in September. King Charles and Queen Camilla led the Royal Procession each day in a horse-drawn carriage, joined by members of the family supporting them.

Queen Elizabeth was clearly on their minds, with Zara Tindall remembering her grandmother following a win for one of King Charles and Queen Camilla's race horses. She said, "To think how proud our grandmother the Queen would have been, but to have a winner for Charles and Camilla and keep the dream alive was incredible."

And, as always, the fashion — including the men's top hats and women's eye-catching headpieces — was a highlight of the event. Princess Kate sported her boldest Royal Ascot look ever, while Princess Anne and Queen Camilla went into their closets to recycle favorite pieces.

Check out the best photos from Royal Ascot 2023.

Prince William and Kate Middleton

William and Kate made their Royal Ascot debut as the Prince and Princess of Wales on June 23, riding in a horse-drawn carriage in the Royal Procession with Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales

Princess Kate wore her boldest Royal Ascot ensemble yet: a red dress by Alexander McQueen (her royal wedding dress designer!) paired with a matching hat by Philip Treacy.

King Charles

King Charles arrives at the parade ring on the second day of Royal Ascot, which fell on his son Prince William's 41st birthday.

Queen Camilla and King Charles

Queen Camilla and King Charles didn't miss a moment of the action on June 21, using binoculars to watch a horse race.

Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi

Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, sat with her cousin Prince William and Princess Kate during the Royal Procession carriage ride on June 23.

Kate Middleton and Princess Beatrice

Princess Beatrice wore a white lace dress with floral elements paired with a matching hat.

King Charles and Queen Camilla

When King Charles and Queen Camilla's horse Desert Hero won his race, Camilla was wearing a special brooch that might have been their lucky charm: the diamond pin previously belonged to Queen Elizabeth.

David Mills and Judi Dench

Dame Judi Dench and her partner, David Mills, took part in the Royal Procession on June 23.

Zara and Mike Tindall

Zara and Mike Tindall were regulars at the horse racing event — after all, she is a silver medal equestrian from the 2012 Olympics!

King Charles and Queen Camilla

On June 21, Queen Camilla wore a pale pink coat dress by Anna Valentine — the same outfit that she wore to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's May 2018 royal wedding.

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh sported a white silk tea dress with colorful pansy print by Suzannah London and bespoke blue hat by Jane Taylor for a day at the race with a special guest: her dad!

Zara Tindall and Princess Anne

Zara Tindall and her mom, Princess Anne, shared a chat in the parade ring on June 21. Anne made a sustainable style statement in a blue dress that she's worn before — back in 1978!

Princess Beatrice

For the first day of Royal Ascot, Princess Beatrice wore a white patterned dress with a pink headband.

King Charles and Queen Camilla

King Charles and Queen Camilla gave a smile and wave as they entered the parade ring for the fourth day running. The Queen wore a white dress by Anna Valentine with a hat by Philip Treacy and gloves.

Zara and Mike Tindall

For day one of Royal Ascot, Zara wore a boater hat that rivaled Mike's top hat.

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh was pretty in pink for day four of the races.

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Zara Tindall

Andrew Lloyd Webber had a chat with Zara Tindall in the parade ring after they both rode in the Royal Procession on day two of Royal Ascot 2023.

King Charles

King Charles looked dapper at his debut as monarch at the beloved horse racing event on June 20 with a top hat and umbrella.

Queen Camilla, King Charles and Sophie

There was no holding back of emotion from Queen Camilla, King Charles and Sophie as they watched a race!

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales

Princess Kate kept an eye on the action from her seat.

Princess Anne

Princess Anne, who competed in the equestrian events at the 1976 Olympics, is a regular at the event.

Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and Princess Beatrice

Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and Princess Beatrice were all smiles at the daytime event.

Prince William

Prince William gave a wave during his carriage ride — his second of the week, following Garter Day.

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