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A strong Irish presence stood out at Royal Ascot on Wednesday, June 17, as familiar faces from home combined race-day style with personal stories. From a recent health milestone to coordinated sisterly looks, several Irish attendees caught the eye among the high-fashion crowd.
Jennifer Wrynne’s return to the public eye
Jennifer Wrynne opted for a pale lemon tailored top with puff sleeves and a matching pleated skirt, finishing the look with a small hat and a pulled-back ponytail. Her appearance carried extra significance. Sharing photos from the day, she wrote: “This exact day last year, I was waiting for results from a triple assessment breast check. Today, we’re in beautiful Ascot for the Races.”
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She added: “Grateful to be here is an understatement. Never ever taking these healthy, happy (and sunny!) days for granted again.”
Rosalind and Avila Lipsett: coordinated contrasts
Rosalind Lipsett chose a white AndTate skirt-and-top combination that read like a tailored dress. She accessorised with off-white heels and a cream YSL clutch, and noted the Princess of Wales’ striking canary yellow look when she posted from the event.
Her sister, Avila Lipsett, provided a striking counterpoint in navy. Avila’s midaxi dress featured a crepe-like mini underlayer with a sheer skirt, thick straps and a choker-effect neckline. She completed the outfit with a custom navy feathered hat by Martha Lynn Millinery — a piece she re-wore after appearing in the same dress at an event in Dublin last month.
Colour and conversation: Ger Treacy
Ger Treacy stood out in a hot pink dress paired with a teal headpiece adorned with a matching pink flower. She praised the event’s mix of high-quality racing and food, writing: “Day two at Royal Ascot, where the world-class racing and the food take centre stage at the most Michelin-starred sporting event in the world.”
Treacy also mentioned culinary highlights and social encounters, including tasting the Royal Ascot “Sconut” — described in her post as “half scone, half doughnut.”
Joanna Cooper and Conor Murray
Couples style was on display as Joanna Cooper and her husband, Conor Murray, attended together. Joanna wore a brown double-breasted blazer-style outfit with a white fascinator and chic sunglasses. Conor complemented her in a grey suit with a beige waistcoat and a chocolate-brown tie.
Why it matters
Royal Ascot remains one of the social calendar’s most photographed sporting events, where fashion choices and personal stories often travel as far as the winners’ enclosure. This year, several Irish attendees used the platform to celebrate recovery, sustainability and carefully chosen re-wears, blending style with substance on a high-profile stage.
