The countdown to summer racing has officially begun with Royal Ascot's latest lookbook, introducing 'bright tomato' as its colour of the year.

The $30 million fashion statement

Royal Ascot's latest lookbook is a curated edit of elegant race day style, with a focus on the bold new colour of the year: bright tomato.

The lookbook features a selection of tomato red dresses, as well as alternative dresses and smart co-ords from royal-approved brands.

The guidelines for Ascot fashion are strict, covering everything from hem lengths and shoulder straps to hats and fascinators.

A bright future for fashion

The introduction of bright tomato as the colour of the year is a bold move, but one that is sure to spark a fashion frenzy among racing fans.

The colour is already making waves on the high street, with designers incorporating it into their collections and fans clamouring to get their hands on the latest bright tomato-inspired dresses.

But what does this mean for the future of fashion at Royal Ascot?

Who will rock the bright tomato look?

While the introduction of bright tomato as the colour of the year is a bold move, it remains to be seen who will be brave enough to rock the look on Ladies' Day .

Will it be a fashion-forward royal, or a style-savvy socialite?

Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure: the bright tomato look is sure to make a statement at Royal Ascot this summer.