For the second day of racing today, the Duke of Gloucester repeated a grey felt top hat while the Duchess repeated the pale oyster pinokpok circle bandeau she first wore last weekend for Trooping the Colour. Photos today show a veil over the open crown of this headpiece, a feature that makes it look like a modern snood.
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Milliner: Jane Taylor
Previously Worn: June 15, 2024;
The Countess of St. Andrews repeated a pink sinamay stovepipe hat with short, downturned brim. The design is trimmed wtih a tan sinamay hatband and bow and a spray of pink feathers.
Milliner: unknown
Previously Worn: June 3, 2022; Jun 16, 2012
Thoughts?
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Royal Hats 
I think the netting “finishes” Birgitte’s open crown hat and to my eye makes it more successful. The Countess’ hat is nice but looks a bit dated now, maybe it’s due for a refresh & update.
Completely agree! I think Birgitte’s hat feels airy and suits her low-key style.
A lot of blush pink and white today. Like, Gigi, I’m not a fan of either hat. Birgitte looks so much better in colorful ensembles.
I don’t generally care for open crown hats, but I like it much better with the netting in it. Overall this outfit on the DoGlo isn’t a favorite but her jewels were so yummy I don’t even care. And I’m happy to get a better view of the hat.
The gray on Brigitte is blah. The other hat is a huge thumbs down as she seems to not be able to see past the oversized trim. Not a fan of this duo.