The royal embraces heritage and whimsy in a statement-making ensemble.
Royal Ascot has long been a runway for the British aristocracy—and this year, Princess Beatrice arrived with a sartorial wink to history. Making a memorable entrance on the opening day of the 2025 race, the royal stepped out in a vivid, bubblegum pink gingham ensemble that felt equal parts nostalgic and modern, a playful homage to her late aunt, Princess Diana.
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The silhouette was delightfully structured: a belted jacket with bishop sleeves and bold, oversized buttons anchoring the center, paired with a matching midi skirt that swished elegantly with every step. Beatrice, joined by her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, topped the look with a statement blush fascinator adorned with swirling bows, a piece that underscored her reputation for making every Ascot moment count. To finish, she chose nude pumps with crisp white toes and a chic, mini top‑handle bag from Anya Hindmarch.
The ensemble felt like a loving nod to Diana herself. The late Princess of Wales was often spotted in crisp pink gingham — from a service at St. Paul’s Cathedral in 1990, to candid moments with a young Prince Harry at Highgrove. Beatrice, too, has embraced this shade as a hallmark of her Ascot style. Last year she opted for a dreamy floral Zimmermann midi, topped with a puffed pink headband, and the year prior chose a bold pink‑and‑green flower‑printed dress.
With this year’s candy‑hued statement, Beatrice cemented herself as one of the day’s best dressed — a royal who knows how to honor heritage, have fun with fashion, and make a timeless silhouette feel completely of the moment.
