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Yahoo
21 hours ago
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Royal Ascot: Catherine, Princess of Wales, cancels at last minute
June 19 (UPI) -- The Princess of Wales unexpectedly pulled out of attending Royal Ascot at the last minute, with officials saying it was related to her recovery from cancer. Kate Middleton skipped the Royal Family's traditional excursion to the event 30 miles southwest of London on Wednesday, which is a key fixture in the country's horse racing calendar. The decision came amid efforts to strike a balance as she eases back into her public role as the wife of Prince William, Kensington Palace said. An official told The New York Times she was "disappointed" not to be able to attend, adding that she needed to find the "right balance" in the level of public engagements she takes on. The decision was very likely unplanned. Two hours before a royal procession along the Straight Mile that kicks off the event was to take place, she was still listed in the official program as being in the second carriage with husband Prince William, behind the king and queen. In the end, William arrived from Windsor in his father's carriage along with Queen Camilla and Prince Saud bin Khalid Al Saud, a member of Saudi Arabia's Royal Family. It was the 200th anniversary of the procession, which was begun by King George IV in 1825. On that occasion, the Duke of Wellington rode along in George's carriage. Carole Middleton, Kate's mother, did attend the event. The princess has been gradually returning to her public duties after announcing she was in remission in January, with her most recent appearance at an Order of the Royal Garter service in Windsor, where she was seen smiling and chatting. Two days before that, on Saturday, she attended the Trooping of the Color in London, a military parade celebrating the monarch's official birthday. It was the second consecutive year the princess had missed Royal Ascot. She was unable to attend in 2024 as it came three months after she announced she had been diagnosed with cancer in March. However, The New York Times speculated that her absence on Wednesday may have had nothing to do with her recovery, but was related instead to the event itself or the weather. Wednesday was one of the hottest days of the year with temperatures in the mid-80s F. King Charles is a fellow cancer survivor, receiving his diagnosis in February 2024, three weeks after he was hospitalized for treatment for an enlarged prostate at the same hospital where his daughter-in-law was recovering from major abdominal surgery that would take months to heal. The late Queen Elizabeth II, somewhat of a racing fanatic, was closely linked with Royal Ascot. Race horses she owned or bred won more than 20 titles at the world-famous track over the course of her seven decades on the throne.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The best and worst hats of Royal Ascot - from mad millinery to 90s mother-of-the-bride fails
A faux parrot perched on a bed of feathers, a deck of playing cards sprouting from the brim of a teacup and wide brims festooned with more blooms than the Chelsea Flower Show - it can only be Royal Ascot. The high society occasion is one of the main events in the fashion calendar, statement hats are always the focal point of racegoers' eye-popping looks - although not always for the right reasons. One newspaper columnist today described Queen Camilla 's choice of millinery in the week so far as 'walnut whip and a 'feathery ocean liner' and said her choice of headgear was reminiscent of a mother-of-the-bride in 1988. Cutting words indeed, but the wife of King Charles was perhaps not the only one to miss the mark and look liike she was on her way to an exchange of vows in a coutnry church. Carole Middleton also looked as if her undeniably expensive Philip Treacy hat could have come from the bridal party section of Debenhams. Other's however, nailed their looks perfectly. Lucy Mecklenburgh as she channelled old Hollywood glamour in a powder blue fascinator complete with netting clad with small silver stars and a sizable bow MAD HATTERS Another racegoer certainly had all eyes on her as she daringly mixed cerulean, navy and yellow shades together and tied them into a sizable feather hat paired with ruffled satin bows Milliner Tracy Rose is a common face at the races, attending many of the events to show off her bizarre showstopper collection of hats. On Tuesday, she showed off her wares to imposing effect, donning a blue satin waved hat embroidered with large hot pink flowers and orange leaves, showcasing several bursts of colour to mark the start of summer. One reveller was photographed sporting a very colourful ensemble which consisted of a yellow hat with colourful peacock feathers which playfully sat on the side of her head. Another racegoer certainly had all eyes on her as she daringly mixed cerulean, navy and yellow shades together and tied them into a sizable feather hat paired with ruffled satin bows. Alexandra Bertram, the brand and creative lead at the Ascot racecourse almost went the opposite way, opting for an all-black dress by Club L London and a Victoria Grant gold fascinator with black netting which had the word 'Dreamer' sewn on. She said on her Instagram that she was 'obsessed with this insane hat,' which also had Playboy-esque bunny ears cropping out the top. While some men are required to wear a top hat, depending on what enclosure they are in, TV host Francesca Cumani decided to combine the traditionally masculine race day ensemble and give it a more feminine twist. The 42-year-old sported a cream Lock and Co top hat with a black flower wrapped around its base complete with black netting. She paired her accessory with an Emma Caderni vintage dress. MOTHER-OF-THE-BRIDE MISSES Carole Middleton was also wearing a wide-brimmed minimalist brown floral Phillip Treacy creation and Robinson Pelham oak leaf and acorns earrings she wore on her wedding day Other racegoers chose to proudly wear more comedic hats, with one reveller casually strolling around the grounds with a faux parrot on her head. The bird, which was completely made out of green feathers and beads for eyes, was placed on top of red flowers, echoing its natural habitat. But some may have taken the hat craze a tad too literally, with two women linking up to pay an ode to the Hat Matter, a fictional character in Alice in Wonderland. One woman was snapped sporting a hat reminiscent of the Mad Hatter's famous pocket watch along with his phrase: 'We're all mad here.' Each number of the time was made out of playing cards of different numbers and suits, while the other racegoer simply donned a red and black fascinator with the other playing cards sprawling out of the top. New-Jersey-based Milliner Ines Hernandez Tallaj also hopped on the feather trend, pairing it with a groovy 70s design. Her extremely wide-brimmed fascinator brought together blue, orange and pink hues together which were swirled together in a vintage print. WINNERS IN THE FASHION STAKES
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Carole Middleton channeled Molly Mae at Royal Ascot - so who do YOU think has mastered the butter yellow look?
Carole Middleton channelled her inner Molly-Mae Hague as she stepped out in a £325 lace dress at Royal Ascot yesterday. The mother of the Princess of Wales, who was also expected to appear at the racecourse on Wednesday but she pulled out at the last minute, looked effortlessly radiant in the vibrant ME+EM gown. The striking yellow two-tone lace dress combined opaque and sheer textures, crafted from lace with a peach sorbet base and vibrant yellow cord-embroidered detailing. The 70-year-old was the picture of elegance as she paired the gown with a matching wide-brim hat, minimal jewellery, and a blush-coloured Emmy London clutch. Butter yellow has undeniably taken centre stage as this season's standout shade, with experts at Google revealing the search term 'butter yellow' has risen 82 percent since the start of 2025. Yellow lace dresses are especially on trend right now, as former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague recently wore a similar style by House of CB to a wedding in Cannes, promptly sending the product flying off the shelves. The £199 gown was part of the brand's 'Honey Harvest' Collection, and features delicate detail, as well as a romantic, floral pattern. Molly-Mae, 26, donned the figure-flattering dress in a slew of Instagram snaps from her friends nuptials. The influencer completed the look with slicked‑back hair, bold gold earrings, and a tonal Chanel bag. While Carole oozed elegance and understated glamour in this years colour trend, Molly-Mae went for a very different approach. The Love Island star opted for a plunging neckline and fitted silhouette for a sexier take on the fashion trend. It's safe to say both women, despite their 44-year age gap, pulled off the stunning ensembles and added their own unique flair. Carol delivered timeless elegance fit for the prestigious Royal Ascot, while Molly-Mae oozed glamour for her friends trendy wedding. As the summer season of 2025 gets underway, the royals are certainly choosing to embrace the pastel shade. Last month Kate Middleton made her first appearance at the Buckingham Palace garden party since 2023 - having missed last year while she was having cancer treatment. She wore an Emilia Wickstead butter yellow coat dress with a scoop neckline, structured shoulders and a wrap detail at the waist which she last wore for Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee (it's surprisingly still in stock). She paired the dress with a hat by Phillip Treacy and the Robinson Pelham oak leaf and acorns earrings she wore on her wedding day. Meanwhile Zara Tindall recently appeared at a charity gala evening wearing a Leo Lin butter yellow mini dress with structured shoulders and a flattering A-line silhouette, which sold soon after. She paired the look with with a pair of gold pumps from designer Julia Mays, stacked with gold bangles and a silver clutch.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Carole Middleton's Ascot dress is everywhere this summer - and it's finally back in stock after Molly Mae sent the style flying off the shelves
Carole Middleton is no stranger to Royal Ascot, and she was all smiles as she attended day two of the event alongside her daughter-in-law, Alizee Thévenet. Although Carole's daughter, the Princess of Wales, was also expected to appear at the racecourse on Wednesday, she pulled out at the last minute as she continues to 'find the right balance' following her battle with cancer. Carole opted for a striking yellow two-tone lace dress by ME+EM, which she paired with a blush-coloured Emmy London clutch and classic court shoes. Her elegant dress combined opaque and sheer textures, crafted from lace with a peach sorbet base and vibrant yellow cord-embroidered detailing. A peach underlayer provided tasteful coverage beneath the intricate design. Yellow has undeniably taken centre stage as this season's standout shade. This dress, with its versatile design, is perfect for everything from summer weddings to sophisticated garden dinners - making it an essential addition to your wardrobe. Lace iterations are especially on trend right now. Former Love Island star Molly-Mae Hague recently wore a similar style by House of CB to a wedding in Cannes, promptly sending the product flying off the shelves. Fortunately, the high street is brimming with yellow lace dresses, so you'll have no shortage of options. Snap up Carole's exact look or explore our favourite picks below. £325 Shop Molly-Mae's dress: House of CB Indiana Plunge Neck Lace Maxi Dress £199 Shop Best of the rest
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
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Kate Middleton's Mom Carole Makes a Very Rare Royal Appearance
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Royal Ascot is usually a week of who's who not just in the royal family—but all those related to the royals, including Kate Middleton's family and Queen Camilla's family. Today, though the Princess of Wales did not attend Royal Ascot, her mom Carole Middleton was among the attendees at Ascot Racecourse. For the occasion, Carole wore a pale yellow lace dress from Me + Em. Carole also carried the Natasha Clutch from Emmy London—a go-to of her daughter. Kate loves the clutch so much, she has it in at least 10 different colorways, so there's a good chance Carole was borrowing from her daughter's closet today.$595.00 at Carole completed her look with a Jane Corbett hat; she previously wore the hat to Royal Ascot back in 2011. Ascot 2011 Ascot 2025 Carole arrived with her daughter-in-law, Alizee Thevenet, and the two watched the races from the Royal Box. Like other attendees, the two woman wore name tags for the event. Carole's husband, Michael, was not pictured, nor was her son (and Alizee's husband) James Middleton. Carole last stepped out with the royals at her daughter's Christmas Carol at Westminster Abbey in December. Kate was reportedly set to attend Royal Ascot today, though she pulled out at the last minute as she focuses on her health. Town & Country understands that the Princess of Wales was disappointed to not be able to attend. This past September, when Kate announced she had finished chemotherapy, her parents made a brief cameo in the video playing cards with the Wales family: Carole and Michael Middleton are reportedly very involved grandparents with Prince George, Princess, Charlotte, and Prince Louis. 'I want to run down the hills, climb the trees and go through the tunnel at the playground,' Carole said a few years ago. 'As long as I am able to, that's what I'll be doing. I cook with them, I muck around dancing, we go on bike rides.' You Might Also Like 12 Weekend Getaway Spas For Every Type of Occasion 13 Beauty Tools to Up Your At-Home Facial Game
