I’m a fashion expert – how to dress for Royal Ascot and look classy without breaking the bank

ASCOT is soon to be upon us, with the five-day festival of racing and sartorial elegance kicking off a season full of reasons to dress-up on Tuesday 14 June.

Get these classic race day looks for a lot less from your high street favourites.

CO-ORDINATE

This stylish two-piece from Next is made of silky material that makes it look and feel extra luxurious

MEET your match with this stylish two-piece from Next.

The silky material makes the outfit look and feel extra luxurious – perfect for a day at the races.

Let the print do the talking and pair with a raffia bag and sandals.

Plus, as always with a co-ord, you get more bang for your buck as each piece also works as a separate, so you can style them with other items for different looks.

Shirt, £32, trousers, £38, both from Next; bag, £45, Accessorize; shoes, £35.99, Reserved.

GLAM GOWN

This strappy dress from New Look is a great option for a summer do

THIS strappy dress from New Look is a great option for a summer do.

The ruffle detail on the dress elongates your figure and the split up the side of the leg adds not only extra interest, but a hint of sexiness – perfect for Ladies Day.

Green strappy dress, £39.99, heels, £29.99, both New Look; necklace, £16, bag, £45, earrings, £10, all Accessorize.

LOVELY LINEN

This smart pink linen blazer from Mango is perfect for adding a pop of cool colour to an outfit

LINEN is a great lightweight fabric for the summer months and this smart pink blazer from Mango is perfect for adding a pop of cool colour to an outfit.

Wear with wide-leg trousers, a neck scarf and a hat for a twist on a classic Riviera look.

If you’re keen to splurge then this hat from Coast is a real treat. It’s an investment piece, so you’ll be wearing it for years to come.

Blazer, £59.99, Mango; top, £20, River Island; trousers, £15, Primark; shoes, £14, Primark; scarf, £14, River Island; hat, £103.20, Coast

FLOWER POWER

The tiered detailing and A-line style of this Oasis dress is also super-flattering on all figures

THIS halterneck floral dress is certainly a showstopper.

And while some events, such as Royal Ascot, call for your shoulders to be covered, you can simply add a blazer to avoid a faux pas.

Let the dress do the talking and keep the accessories to a minimum.

The tiered detailing and A-line style of the dress is also super-flattering on all figures.

Dress, £89, Oasis; heels, £50, River Island; bag, £19.99, New Look; earrings, £8, Claire’s.

PRETTY IN PINK

This dress from New Look is a steal at just £27.99

AT just £27.99, this dress from New Look is a steal and it’s a minimal-effort outfit as you can simply throw it on and it looks great.

Teamed here with a fascinator and a sparkly bag, this dress can also be worn with trainers and a jacket for a more relaxed vibe.

Fascinator, £20, Claire’s; dress, £27.99, New Look; shoes, £45, River Island; bag, £17.99, New Look.

HATS AWAY

This ombre pleated skirt has an elasticated waistband for extra comfort

THIS headpiece is a fascinator with a headband attached, which makes it super easy to wear.

The ombre pleated skirt has an elasticated waistband for extra comfort, which is ideal once you’ve had one too many glasses of bubbles.

Top tip: if you want your sleeves to stay up on your blazer, secure them with an elastic band.

Cream blazer, £28, George at Asda; vest, £35, Kaleidoscope; skirt, £39.50, M&S; heels, £24.99, Deichmann; bag, 25.99, New Look;  hat, £70, Accessorize.

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