Lady Victoria Hervey cut a sophisticated figure on day five at Royal Ascot on Saturday, opting for a demure covered-up ensemble following her more risqué recent looks.
The model, 45, stunned in lace figure-hugging dress, stylishly cinched at the waist to accentuate her svelte frame as she joined a slew of stars braving the post-heatwave rain for the final day of the racing event.
Victoria matched her white dress with her accessories, donning an ornate head-piece teamed with cream heels and a small handbag.
Covering up: Lady Victoria Hervey, 45, ditched her risqué outfits in favour of a more sophisticated ensemble, as she joined a chic Georgia Toffolo (right) for the fifth and final day of Royal Ascot on Saturday
The stunner donned some simple jewellery, including a beaded bracelet, and even coated her nails in an ivory hue.
She kept her make-up classy and chic with dark lined eyes and a muted pink lip.
The dressed down outfit comes days after the socialite and former ‘It Girl’ revealed her physique in a white blazer and trouser combo, teamed with a see-through shirt, as she stepped out for Ladies Day at the Berkshire racecourse.
Modest chic: The model, 45, stunned in lace figure-hugging dress, stylishly cinched at the waist to accentuate her svelte frame after previously shocking with her daring racing outfits
Risqué: The dressed down outfit comes days after the socialite and former ‘It Girl’ revealed her physique in a white blazer and trouser combo, teamed with a see-through shirt, pushing Royal Ascot’s strict dress code to its limit
Matching: For her final Ascot outfit, Lady Victoria matched her accessories to put together an all-white ensemble, rocking an ornate white hat-piece with some cream heels and a small handbag
Style guides for the racing event – that is usually attended by the Queen – specify that dresses and tops with sheer sections, straps and sleeves are not permitted when in the Royal Enclosure.
However this year the annual event is encouraging guests to be more daring than ever with their outfit choices and also appears to encourage racegoers to embrace a more ‘casual’ look at the event, with female models posing in mini dresses and platform heels, while men are permitted to wear Cuban shirts and printed garments.
The daughter of the 6th Marquess of Bristol in May also went braless in a daring cut-out gold tulle gown, which plunged deeply to reveal her ample cleavage.
Elsewhere on Saturday Georgia Toffolo teamed an elaborately decorated purse with a chic, cream blazer suit as she attended the prestigious event.
Suit up: Elsewhere Georgia teamed an elaborately decorated purse with a chic, cream blazer suit as she attended the prestigious event
Decoration: She dressed up her simply elegant look with a veiled floral headpiece and a statement-piece purse, adorned with metallic gems
Statement pieces: Georgia looked incredible in her creamy all-white ensemble, accentuated with a big floral headpiece that came with a veil
Luxurious: Georgia’s look screamed opulence, from the elegant headpiece and sheer gloves to her flashy, chunky purse as she posed
The Made in Chelsea star, 27, looked stunning in the oversized ensemble, appearing to have worn a matching waistcoat top under her jacket and sporting some sheer gloves.
She dressed up her simply elegant look with a veiled floral headpiece and a statement-piece purse, adorned with metallic gems.
TV presenter Charlotte Hawkins, 47, looked incredible in a stunning bright blue dress, which featured a ruffled collar and button detailing along the bodice.
The star paired her look with strappy silver heels and a matching rose decoration in her hair, styling her blonde locks back for a sophisticated up-do.
Star: The reality star accentuated her stunning silhouette by topping a figure-hugging waistcoat coat with an oversized blazer
Glam: Georgia accessorised her simply chic look with statement pieces, including a unique purse, sheer hand gloves and a huge headpiece
Former pro boxer Nicola Adams, 39, also made an appearance, looking dapper in a plaid-print green and blue suit.
She teamed her chic ensemble with a wide-brim hat, wearing a simple button-up beneath the blazer.
The athlete donned a chunky chain necklace and some rings as she posed with her pregnant girlfriend Ella Baig, who looked incredible in a sunny floral baby doll dress that showed off her bump.
Nicola kept her make-up simple and dewy with a light eye wing, whereas Ella opted for dramatic orange eyeshadow, styling her platinum blonde locks with a chic headpiece.
Details: Georgia kept her make-up simple, letting her decorated ensemble do the talking as it featured a number of glam statement pieces
Love Island’s Tyne-Lexy Clarson also made an appearance as she put on a busty display in a cleavage-plunging baby-blue maxi dress.
The reality star, 25, complemented her tanned complexion in the trumpet-sleeved ensemble, which also featured a fanned out skirt ruffling, carrying a white umbrella when the summer skies turned grey.
She threw her highlighted blonde tresses back in an up-do, leaving a few face-framing strands out and accessorised with flashy earrings, a necklace and a Louis Vuitton purse.
Beautiful in blue: TV presenter Charlotte Hawkins, 47, looked incredible in a stunning bright blue dress, which featured a ruffled collar and button detailing along the bodice
Rainy days: The star paired her look with strappy silver heels and a matching rose decoration in her hair, styling her blonde locks back for a sophisticated updo
The five-day society favourite event has returned to its pre-pandemic extravagance, after restrictions meant it was subdued in 2020 and 2021.
The five-day event has seen a number of high profile attendees, including senior royals like Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall.
Kate Middleton, 40, also appeared at Ascot this year, alongside husband Prince William, 39.
Couple goals: The athlete donned a chunky chain necklace and some rings as she posed with her girlfriend Ella Baig, who looked incredible in a sunny floral baby doll dress
Dapper: Former pro boxer Nicola Adams, 39, also made an appearance, looking dapper in a fitted plaid-print green and blue suit
However, despite having horses running in more multiple events, the Queen has not attended the society favourite event, amid ongoing mobility issues.
Pictures showing people clutching umbrellas and ponchos as they fight to stay dry amid Saturday’s drizzle are a far cry from scenes on Friday’s heatwave.
There, revellers were seen drowning drinks, and sporting skimpy outfits, in a bid to stay as cool as possible as temperatures rose to 66F (19C) across the South East.
Pastels: Love Island’s Tyne-Lexy Clarson also made an appearance as she put on a busty display in a cleavage-plunging baby-blue maxi dress
On Friday Lizzie Cundy also stripped down to lace lingerie and sported a dramatic feather head piece to celebrate Ascot from her garden on Friday during the heatwave.
The Instagram snap comes after she stepped out in a leggy yellow mini dress to return her Ladies Day hat after attending the lavish annual event the previous day.
The presenter, 54, sizzled in the sensational snap as she concluded that it was ‘way too hot’ and that she would be doing her ‘bets from home’ instead.
Lizzie took the heatwave as an opportunity to soak up the sun as she kicked back on a lounger with a glass of champagne in hand.
She slipped into a pair of bright red stiletto heels and carried a matching clutch bag, shielding her eyes with some glamorous sunglasses.
Alongside the saucy snap she penned: ‘It’s way too hot for Ascot today! Absolutely sizzling! So doing Ascot from home and my bets are on!’
‘Absolutely sizzling!’ Lizzie Cundy, 54, stripped down to lace lingerie with a dramatic feather hat to celebrate Ascot from her garden on Friday
THE OFFICIAL ROYAL ASCOT STYLE GUIDE 2022
ROYAL ENCLOSURE DRESS CODE
LADIES
Pictured left: Favourbrook jacket £720, trousers £250, waistcoat £320, tie £95, pocket square £35, Oliver Brown top hat £500, Shirt £85, Shoes: Haes and Curtis £149. Pictured right: The Vampire’s Wife dress £1,650, Handbag £450, Hat: Edwina Ibbotson £1,580, Shoes: Roger Vivier £1,350, Ring: Garrard £8,000
Erdem dress £2490, hat £1395, gloves £390, Emilia Wickstead shoes £515, earrings: 4element. Available to rent.
- Dresses and skirts should be of modest length defined as falling just above the knee or longer.
- Dresses and tops should have straps of one inch or greater. Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck and spaghetti straps are not permitted. Dresses and tops with sheer straps and sleeves are also not permitted.
- Jackets and pashminas may be worn. Tops and dresses underneath should still comply with the Royal Enclosure Dress Code. Midriffs must be covered.
- Trouser suits are welcome. They should be of full-length to the ankle and of matching material and colour.
- Jumpsuits are welcome. They should fall below the knee, with regulations matching that for dresses.
- Hats should be worn; however, a headpiece which has a solid base of 4 inches (10cm) or more in diameter is acceptable as an alternative to a hat. Fascinators are not permitted.
GIRLS
- Girls (aged 10-17) should dress in accordance with the Ladies’ Dress Code. However, they may wear a headpiece or fascinator as an alternative to a hat, without any size restriction.
GENTLEMEN
Favourbrook jacket £720, trousers £250, waistcoat £280, tie £110, shoes £320, Oliver Brown top hat £500, shirt £85
It is a requirement to wear black, grey or navy morning dress which must include:
- A waistcoat and tie (no cravats or bow ties)
- A black or grey top hat
- Black shoes worn with socks
A gentleman may remove his top hat within a restaurant, a Private Box, a private club or a facility’s terrace, balcony or garden.
Hats may also be removed within any enclosed external seating area within the Royal Enclosure Gardens.
The customisation of top hats (with, for example, coloured ribbons or bands) is not permitted in the Royal Enclosure
Novelty waistcoats and ties are not permitted. Discreet patterns and those of a patriotic nature (for example, a national flag) are acceptable.
BOYS
- Boys (aged 10-17) should either dress in accordance with the gentlemen’s Dress Code; or alternatively may wear a dark-coloured lounge suit with a shirt and tie.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Fancy dress, novelty and branded or promotional clothing is not permitted on site.
QUEEN ANNE ENCLOSURE DRESS CODE
LADIES
Pictured left: Dress: Simone Rocha £995, Hat: Jane Taylor £1,560, ShuShu Tong bag £450, shoes £875. Pictured right: Emilia Wickstead dress: £1,650, shoes £590, Hat: Edwina Ibbotson £2,045
Pictured left: Dress: Lisa the Label £720, Hat: Emily London £885, Shoes: Roger Vivier £1,150. Pictured right: Oliver Brown suit £327, shirt £85, tie £69, pocket square: Richard Anderson £84, shoes: Christian Louboutin £775
Ladies within the Queen Anne Enclosure are required to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion and are kindly asked to take note of the following:
- A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times.
- Strapless and sheer dresses and tops are not permitted. Please note our definition of strapless necklines include off-the-shoulder, Bardot and one shoulder. Dresses and tops with sheer straps and sleeves are also not permitted. Midriffs must be covered.
- Trouser suits must be full-length and jumpsuits should fall below the knee. Both must adhere to the neckline regulations above. Shorts are not permitted.
GIRLS
- Girls aged 17 and under should be dressed for a formal occasion. Smart summer dresses are suggested.
- Hats, headpieces and fascinators may be worn but are not compulsory.
GENTLEMEN
Richard James jacket £585, trousers £345, Oliver Brown shirt £85, tie £49, Hawes and Curtis pocket square £29, shoes £149
Pictured left: Oliver Spencer suit jacket £369, suit trousers £189, shirt: Budd £130, Tie: Oliver Brown £59, pocket square: Richard Anderson £95, shoes: Harry’s £350. Pictured right: Richard James jacket £745, trousers £325, shirt: Budd £130, tie: Oliver Brown £49, pocket square: Richard Anderson £95, shoes: Russel and Bromley £225
Gentlemen’s Dress Code Gentlemen are required to wear a full-length suit with a collared shirt and tie, and kindly asked to take note of the following: Jackets and trousers should be of matching colour and pattern.
- A tie should be worn at all times. Bow ties and cravats are not permitted.
- Socks must be worn and should cover the ankle. Jeans, chinos and trainers are not permitted.
BOYS
- Boys aged 10-17 should wear a suit or jacket with a shirt and tie. Younger boys nine and under should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket or tie.
VILLAGE ENCLOSURE
LADIES
Pictured left: Bora Aksu blouse £429, skirt £385, shoes £595, hat: Juliette Botterill £370, handbag: Roger Vivier £1,050. Pictured right: dress: Temperley £560, hat: Yuan Li Milinery £580, shoes: Jimmy Choo £750
Pictured left: Shrimps dress £495, bag £475, hat: Bee Smith £250, shoes: Office £40, earrings: Margaux Studios £195. Pictured right: Gant blazer £350, trousers £175, shirt: Hawes and Curtis £55, tie: Oliver Brown £59, shoes: Christian Louboutin £775
Ladies within the Village Enclosure are required to dress in a manner as befits a formal occasion and are kindly asked to take note of the following:
- A hat, headpiece or fascinator should be worn at all times.
- Strapless and sheer dresses and tops are not permitted. Please note our definition of strapless necklines include off-the-shoulder, Bardot and one shoulder. Dresses and tops with sheer straps and sleeves are also not permitted. Midriffs must be covered.
- Trouser suits must be full-length, and jumpsuits should fall below the knee. Both must adhere to the neckline regulations above. Shorts are not permitted
Please note, the Village Enclosure is a grassed area and ladies should consider their hat size and shoes accordingly. Smaller hats or fascinators and wedges or block heels are recommended in place of large headwear or stilettos.
GIRLS
- Girls aged 17 and under should be dressed for a formal occasion. Smart summer dresses are suggested.
- Hats, headpieces and fascinators may be work but are not compulsory.
GENTLEMEN
Gant blazer £350, trousers £175, Hawes and Curtis shirt £55, shoes £149, tie: Oliver Brown £59
Gentlemen are required to wear a full-length trousers and jacket with a collared shirt and tie, and kindly asked to take note of the following:
- A tie should be worn at all times. Ties, bow ties or cravats can be worn in the Village Enclosure.
- Socks must be worn and should cover the ankle.
- Jeans and trainers are not permitted.
BOYS
Boys aged 10-17 should wear a suit or jacket with a shirt and tie. Younger boys nine and under should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket or tie.
WINDSOR ENCLOSURE
LADIES
Dress: LK Bennett £499, hat: Juliette Botterill £430, shoes: Kurt Geiger £99
Whilst there is no official Dress Code for the Windsor Enclosure, Ladies are encouraged to dress in smart daywear.
It is recommended that ladies wear smart attire with a hat or fascinator.
GENTLEMEN
Ted Baker jacket £279, trousers £150, shirt £95, pocket square: Oliver Brown £35, shoes: Grenson £295
Whilst there is no official Dress Code for the Windsor Enclosure, Gentlemen are encouraged to dress in smart daywear.
It is recommended that Gentlemen wear a jacket, collared shirt and full-length trousers.
