Fashion statement: Kate departed from her typically tailored silhouette and stepped out in a flowing powder blue ensemble by Elie Saab - the first time she has worn the Lebanese label that has a host of A-list fans \
The Duchess of Cambridge led the glamour as the Royal Family turned out in force for the first day of Royal Ascot.
Elegant in a blue lace creation by Elie Saab, Kate, 37, beamed as she caught up with Zara Tindall, 38, and Princess Eugenie, 29, at the Berkshire racecourse today.
Mike Tindall, 40, appeared in particularly high spirits and was seen joking with Prince William, 36, Sophie Wessex, 54, and even the Queen, 93, during the lively family family gathering.
Elsewhere Prince Charles, 70, was spotted chuckling as he and the Duchess of Cornwall, 71, spoke to a mounted jockey, while Prince Andrew and Prince Edward kept a rather more low profile.
It has long been a highlight of the British social calendar, with thousands of well-heeled racegoers turning out in their finest morning suits, summer dresses, and most extravagant hats for the occasion. Read more from The Daily Mail.