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Royal Ascot

Notes from Royal Ascot.
Illustration of four stylish women’s hats in various colours, promoting a guide to finding your perfect milliner for race day and special occasions.

Finding Your Milliner: A Guide to Hats, Heritage, and the Hunt for the Right Fit

Every June, the lawns of Royal Ascot bloom not only with roses but with feathers, veils, sculptural twists, and a riot of colour balanced delicately upon the heads of women who know—this is no ordinary hat moment. It is a stage, a tradition, and for some, a minor performance.
The Hare 29 May 2025
Man in a classic black silk top hat and morning dress, suitable for the Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot.

A Note on Top Hats at Royal Ascot

The Royal Enclosure has rules. Some are printed, others simply understood. Among them: a proper top hat. It isn’t optional, and it isn’t a nod to nostalgia. It’s part of the dress code, same as the morning coat, waistcoat, and tie.
The Hare 26 May 2025
Man in morning dress and woman in a white lace dress and statement hat at the Royal Enclosure, Royal Ascot.

The Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot

The Royal Enclosure is the most traditional and formal area of Royal Ascot. Accessible by invitation or membership only, it reflects a long-standing association with the royal family and the ceremonial side of British sporting life.
The Hare 21 May 2025

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