As the second day of Royal Ascot commences, the event has seen the attendance of various members of the royal family. Noteworthy fashion moments include Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall’s coordinated outfits, as well as Kate Middleton and Prince William accompanied by Kate’s mother, Carole Middleton, showcasing their race day ensembles.
Vibrant summer colors took center stage, with Zara donning a lilac midi dress, Carole opting for a pale pink coat dress, and the Princess of Wales radiating in a bright yellow attire. The royal ladies seemed to share a preference for summer-inspired hues and even chose to re-wear some of their favorite pieces for the occasion.
Drawing inspiration from the Royals’ race day looks, affordable alternatives have been curated for those interested in emulating their style without breaking the bank.
Princess Kate reprised her Roksanda Brigitte Dress in a sunny shade of bright yellow for day two of Royal Ascot. This midi dress, previously worn at the 2022 Wimbledon finale, features a tailored silhouette with a full skirt and an oversized bow detail on the shoulder.
While Kate’s dress is no longer available, similar options are accessible for a budget-friendly approach. For instance, the Sorelle Belted Midi Dress Yellow by Girl in Mind offers a comparable fit-and-flare silhouette with a ruffled bow detail and a belted accent for just £53.
In another instance, Nobody’s Child presents the Yellow Frill Sleeve Lola Midi Dress on sale for £45, down from £75.65, boasting subtle ruching detail and statement ruffle short sleeves reminiscent of Kate’s dress.
Zara’s outfit, speculated to be either lilac or bubblegum pink, remains an unreleased creation from designer Rebecca Vallance. While awaiting the official release of Zara’s dress, alternative options featuring a similar belted, tailored shape with puff sleeves and statement elements are available.
Coast offers the Bow Front Short Sleeve Bandage Midi Dress at £129, characterized by a fitted bodice, short sleeves, and a flared skirt with bow detailing down the front for a playful touch reminiscent of Zara’s style.
Another Coast option is the Short Sleeve Shirt Jacquard Midi Dress, priced at £149, featuring a pale lilac hue with jacquard print, a fitted shirt-style silhouette, and a matching waist belt akin to Zara’s Ascot dress.
Carole Middleton, in her pale pink Catherine Walker coat dress, rekindled memories of her daughter Pippa Middleton’s wedding attire from 2017. The Lisa Tan Collared Satin Belted Wrap Dress from Coast, priced at £129, offers a wrap silhouette with soft satin details, a fluid A-line skirt, and three-quarter sleeves akin to Carole’s dress.
For those seeking an alternative, the Sienna Tux Midi Dress by Phase Eight, priced at £229, mirrors Carole’s Catherine Walker dress with a button-up front, draped collared boat neck, and tailored midi skirt.
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