Zara Phillips and her husband Mike Tindall attended the first day of races at the Cheltenham Festival in the heart of Gloucestershire today. Zara wore a stunning royal purple velvet pillbox-beret trimmed with a pair of large feathers and a few faux jewels. Designed by Jane Taylor, this “Aura” style hat is certainly a statement hat and I absolutely loved it. What do you think?
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Well, it’s not the worst hat she’s ever worn. It’s too flashy for my taste but it looks like her (her style, I mean). And she looks happy in it.
I really believe this hat would work well – no – even better without the feathers, but leave the silver brooch.
Zara’s hats are always made by Philip Treacy. This one is beautiful.
Zara’s last few major hats have been made by Karen Henriksen.
Hat worn Christmas 2012
Hat worn at the Queen’s Jubilee Service June 2012
Hat worn at Christmas 2011
And- just received confirmation from the designer herself- it’s Jane Taylor!
This hat is wonderful on Zara. I’ve been lurking here for a while and am finally making a comment- love your blog!
I’m so glad you enjoy the blog! It’s my little labor of love. I’m thrilled you decided to comment- keep them coming!
Yes- best hat worn by any royal in 2013 so far. STUNNING.
eventho her hair is a little messy, this hat is super cute!