How ‘rebellious’ royal Zara ditched fun fashion for a chic style makeover that surprised us all (though it’s not clear what her very practical mum, Princess Anne, has made of it)

Zara Tindall is fast becoming one of the best-dressed members of the royal family, showing off a range of outfits from tailored dresses to fitted coats in trendy bright pink shades.

While she dazzled us over the years with eclectic mini dresses and fun fascinators, she has now refined her style aesthetic to chic and flattering silhouettes.

Often known as the rebellious royal woman, Zara still favors vibrant shades. But these days she likes clean lines and uses accessories to add personality.

Neither her husband, Mike, nor her mother, the Princess Royal, have ever paid much attention to the vagaries of fashion, but Zara is growing in confidence.

Not that she wants to be a trendsetter. Rather, it seems that she wants to concentrate on dressing nicely.

Australian-born fashion stylist Annie Miall is credited with helping Zara—particularly in choosing sharply cut, form-fitting pieces from designers like Rebecca Vallance and Laura Green, who spent 10 years at Princess Diana's favorite brand, Catherine Walker , have spent.

Zara has definitely found its fashion formula.

A tonal ensemble

On Christmas Day 2023, Zara was the epitome of style as she joined her family at Sandringham in a bespoke green Laura Green coat with an oversized collar and a belt that cinched the waist.

Taking a style tip from Kate Middleton, she swapped her usual fascinators for an oversized headband from Juliette Millinery and completed the stylish ensemble with tonal accessories from Aspinal of London Bag and Stuart Weitzman.

Country chic

Zara Tindall attends the New Year's Day meeting at Cheltenham Races

Zara Tindall was her usual stylish self as she arrived at Cheltenham Racecourse on New Year's Day, dressed warmly in a belted LK Bennett checked coat with statement gold buttons and faux fur trim on the Peter Pan collar and cuffs.

She added a chocolate Sarah Cant hat and Fairfax and Favor boots to complement the detailing on her coat.

Maximum style

Zara Tindall attended The Anti Slavery Collective's opening winter gala at Battersea Arts Center in November. She was carrying Rebecca Vallance

When Zara attended the Anti-Slavery Collective's opening winter gala, she opted for a shirt-style dress with a maxi skirt and puff sleeves from Rebecca Vallance, her favorite designer for evening events.

With its shimmering metallic print and oversized tie belt, it gave the shirt dress an evening upgrade, combining classic tailoring with a luxurious edge.

Modern fashion store

Zara Tindall at the November meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse in November

Zara looked elegant in shades of blue as she arrived at the Cheltenham races in November. She wrapped herself in a coat with a houndstooth Rebecca Vallance belt, Fairfax and Favor boots and an Aspinal of London bag.

Complementing the outfit with a wide-brimmed fedora hat from Hicks and Brown was a modern take on formal millinery that kept the look 'fashion forward'.

Little black dress

Zara Tindall attends a VIP breakfast to celebrate Rebecca Vallance's relaunch at Harrods in November 2023

Zara oozed understated glamor in Rebecca Vallance for a VIP breakfast ahead of the Australian designer's 2023 launch at Harrods.

With a fitted silhouette, voluminous puff sleeves, a cut-out back and dazzling pearl embellishment, it was a sophisticated and glitzy version of the little black dress.

Zara accessorized the dress with a pair of royal favorite Aquazzura tie-back heels.

Contrasting navy blue and green

Zara heads to Royal Ascot in June 2023 in a Laura Green dress and Juliette Botterill hat

Zara Tindall oozed elegance on the second day of Royal Ascot 2023, wearing a blue satin Laura Green dress with puff sleeves, a cinched waist and a plunging neckline.

Adding a contrasting emerald green Juliette Botterill hat adorned with tufts of green ribbon elevated the look, along with silver Dune pumps and an Anya Hindmarch bag.

Flowers with flair

Zara looks smart, neat and beautiful for the first day of Ascot in 2023

Zara treated Royal Ascot like a catwalk show, looking smart, smart and beautiful for the first day of the 2023 races.

Her modest dress with long sleeves, a crisp collar at the neck and buttons from collar to hem, was by Australian designer Leo Lin and featured a watercolor pattern of pastel flowers.

The A-line silhouette was relaxed and offered just enough shape and structure to compliment Tindall's frame. The ensemble was completed with a summery Sarah Cant bootie wrapped in a pastel ribbon.

Beautiful lace

Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall at Royal Ascot 2023. Zara wore a Scanlan Theodore dress and a round white bag from Aspinal

Zara was the epitome of timeless elegance at Royal Ascot 2023 in a cream-colored short-sleeved midi dress by Australian designer Scanlan Theodore.

The feminine gown flared from the waist and had a demure neckline, making it the perfect choice for a day at the races.

She paired the summery dress with a custom Emily London hat featuring yellow flowers and a round white bag from Aspinal of London.

Wimbledon stripes

Zara Tindall and Mike Tindall attend day ten of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in July 2023

Tindall epitomized Wimbledon style as she kept it casual in a striped shirt dress from royal brand ME+EM.

Adorned with statement stripes that complemented husband Mike's tie and a belt that cinched in the waist, this summer piece was paired with a Jess Collett fedora hat and a woven bag from Aspinal of London for a sleek and flattering finish.

Light blue tones

Zara Tindall arrives at Westminster Abbey in Laura Green for the coronation of King Charles III

Another important moment in Zara's fashion evolution was the coronation ceremony of King Charles.

Wearing a custom dress from favorite designer Laura Green, Zara looked like a royal Cinderella.

Her long-sleeved sky blue coat dress featured a wrap-style silhouette with a high collar and a narrow belt at the waist.

She played up the monochrome aesthetic of the ensemble with a matching fascinator, a Strathberry clutch and soft blue suede pumps.

Her brooch was a nod to her mother and reigning uncle, the diamond ribbon and tassels were originally a wedding gift from King Charles for Princess Anne.

Striking outfits from 2022…

Elegant in black

Zara turned to her favorite designer Laura Green and wore a black coat dress with a fit-and-flare skirt, high-neck silk collar and a matching silk belt.

Arriving at Westminster Abbey for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral, Zara paid tribute to the late monarch in a somber funeral ensemble.

Turning to her favorite designer Laura Green, she wore a black coat dress with a fit-and-flare skirt, high-neck silk collar and a matching silk belt.

The classic and chic coat was paired with pearl earrings, Emmy suede pumps and a black appliqué floral hat from Juliette Millinery that contrasted perfectly with her light blonde hair which she wore in an elegant updo.

Barbie Pink

Zara wore a bright pink coat dress from Laura Green London, the tailored one had an A-line skirt and a delicate belt from the same

Zara Tindall embraced the Barbiecore trend in June 2022 during the royal family's National Service of Thanksgiving outing to celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee.

The custom-made piece featured a bright pink coat dress from Laura Green London, an A-line skirt and a delicate belt.

Perfect pop of color

Zara's emerald green Justine Bradley-Hill boater hat was topped with a fuchsia rose that brought the playful yet stylish ensemble together

Stepping out in custom Laura Green for Royal Ascot in 2022, Zara stunned in an ivory coat dress with bright pink buttons that were perfectly complemented by a pair of matching Karen Millen heels.

The coordination didn't stop there: Her emerald green Justine Bradley-Hill boat hat was topped with a fuchsia rose that brought the playful yet stylish ensemble together.