Get Royal Ascot Ready with LK Bennett and Harvey Nichols, Leeds

Royal Ascot is well underway with elegant attire at each turn. If you’re lucky enough to be attending this week, but you’re still stuck for an outfit, fear not, as the fabulous teams at LK Bennett in Harrogate and Harvey Nichols in Leeds are here with their top tips.

LK Bennett

As the Official Ladies' Royal Ascot Fashion Licensee for 2024, LK Bennett have created an elegant collection for this iconic racing affair showcasing the best styles and designs for this season's most anticipated event.

Florals and frills are in this season. Charlotte Gale Photography (Image: Charlotte Gale Photography)

Manager of LK Bennett’s Harrogate store, Gemma McNamara said that ‘floral is popular this year, not just at Ascot, but at all occasions’ which is why so many pieces in the Royal Ascot x LKB collection feature pretty floral prints paired with ruffled sleeves.

LK Bennett Harrogate store manager Gemma McNamara with actress Natalie Anderson both styled in the Royal Ascot x LKB Collection. Charlotte Gale Photography (Image: Charlotte Gale Photography)

Of course, there’s strict style guidelines in place at Ascot, but race-goers can rest easy as all pieces in the collection are designed with Ascot in mind and adhere to the rules.

LK Bennett have all the accessories this season. Charlotte Gale Photography (Image: Charlotte Gale Photography)

‘We’ve added more block heels and wedges, along with some amazing dressy flats,’ explains Gemma, meaning there’ll be no stranded stilettos getting stuck in the grass this year.

Shop with ease knowing you'll be adhering to Royal Ascot's rules thanks to their special collection. Charlotte Gale Photography (Image: Charlotte Gale Photography)

There’s also a fabulous collection of hats and headpieces to suit all face shapes and styles whilst adhering to Ascot guidelines and upholding LK Bennett’s timeless and elegant look.

Tailored pieces are as popular as florals this season. Charlotte Gale Photography (Image: Charlotte Gale Photography)

Shop the collection online here or visit their Harrogate store on James Street.

Harvey Nichols

For those who have a beloved hat in mind, but aren’t sure what to wear with it, the Occasion Dressing Package in the Personal Shopping department of Harvey Nichols in Leeds could be the answer you’ve been looking for.

A carefully curated selection of pieces chosen with your style, budget and ocassion in mind. Caroline Smith (Image: Caroline Smith)

Matching exceptional service with styling expertise, this complimentary experience is located on the second floor of the store next to shoes and accessories. From a whole outfit to the finishing touches, an expert team of stylists are on hand to help.

Bright florals and block heels are a Royal Ascot winning combination. Caroline Smith (Image: Caroline Smith)

Head of womenswear, Max Kendrew, says that ‘a great dress is usually a go to for event dressing, however, this season there are also lots of great separates including tailored trousers. A lot of our clients have more than one occasion, therefore buying separates or a small event dressing capsule wardrobe offers them flexibility and options that can work depending on how they feel and also the weather.’

The team will help you try new trends and styles such as pops of colour you wouldn't usually go for. Caroline Smith (Image: Caroline Smith)

Max advises that as Ascot are seeing certain trends prove popular to ‘try brands like Zimmerman, Rixo, Never Fully Dressed and also our latest additions, Marella and MAX&Co., for great colour, florals, and tailoring.’

There's no need to hunt around the shop floor when the team will bring key pieces direct to the private Personal Shopping area. Caroline Smith (Image: Caroline Smith)

To let the Harvey Nichols, Leeds, Personal Shopping team take the hard work away this event season, book your complimentary appointment by emailing personalshopping.leeds@harveynichols.com