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Royally sleek: The best royal up-do hairstyles of all time

Not a rogue tress in sight.
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Is there ever a classier way to wear one’s hair than in a sleek and chic bun?

We tend to think not – and the British royals are case in point.

On many a royal occasion, team Windsor has wowed us time and time again with their impeccable fashion choices, their stunning accessories and, of course, their enviable tresses.

From Kate Middleton’s ever-classy evening looks to Meghan Markle’s signature bun – after witnessing such perfection time and time again, it’s almost impossible to not feel inspired by the regal elite.

To honour their time-old knack for nailing the humble up-do, be it a ponytail, bun or even a plaited creation, we’ve rounded up the most iconic royal slick-‘dos of all time.

Don’t be afraid to whack these puppies into a scrapbook and take them to your hairdresser – every single one oozes glamour and class.

Get comfy and keep scrolling for your daily dose of hair-spiration.

WATCH: Kate Middleton’s best hair moments. Gallery begins after video…

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Kate’s 2019 BAFTA look was all kinds of chic, but her swept-back up-do was the cherry on top of the pie.

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Meanwhile, Duchess Meghan is also a known slayer of the bun – so much so that it’s become synonymous with her signature look! Her slick up-do worn to the National Theatre was an iconic moment.

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Zara Phillips is a known lover of the ponytail, but her chic bun worn to the 2019 Easter service at St George’s Chapel stepped things up a notch.

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And we can’t forget Kate’s love of a chic pony-tail. This messy style she donned as she visited the RAF Air Cadets is the perfect glam-casual look.

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And let’s not forget our favourite international royals – Wife of Monaco royal Pierre Casiraghi, Beatrice Borromeo, rocked a stunning wedding day up-do that will forever be remembered in the hairstyle hall of fame.

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Our unsung royal fashion icon Sophie, Countess of Wessex is also a keen wearer of an up-do. Wait till you see the back of this casual ‘do she wore of the Royal Windsor Horse Show…

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Yep, the French plait is old hat for this trendy royal!

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Our hair Queen Meghan once again nailed a sleek and slick bun during her tour of Morocco earlier in 2019 – and let’s not forget that heavenly Dior gown she wore with it!

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Spot the tail! A ponytail that is – Princess Beatrice’s stylish hairdo worn to Lady Gabriella Windsor’s royal wedding in May 2019 was undeniably glam.

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Lady Amelia Windsor looks amazing in almost anything – but this sleek ponytail is definitely oozing cool-girl chic in this Dior ensemble.

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And in another iconic look ahead of a Dior fashion show in Paris, Amelia proved she’s not a one-hit-wonder when it comes to nailing the up-do.

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Attending a concert back in 2015, Queen Maxima of The Netherlands’ swirled bun continues to mesmerise us.

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And once again, Kate nailed the pony-tail up-do like no other when she stepped out on a rainy day in Blackpool – a smart style for wet weather, might we add!

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