Buns, chignons, ponytails: The best royal updos

<p>Royals are known to favour chic hairstyles, especially on formal occasions, often with the addition of an elegant hat or fascinator. From smart chignons to sleek ponytails, members of these prestigious families always look impeccable when it comes to keeping their hair out of their faces.</p> <p>Click through our gallery to get inspired by the most striking royal updos...</p>
<p>Meghan sported the chicest of side buns for her royal outing with Prince Harry in the quaint city of Belfast. Keeping her hairstyle the perfect combination of prim and slightly messy, the royal-to-be showed off her simple smoky makeup look.</p> <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images</p>
Meghan Markle has the messy bun down pat! For her third official royal outing with the love of her life, Prince Harry, Meghan looked chic with her hair in a low bun, and some loose strands framing her face. The royal-to-be was all smiles for her stylish day out in Wales! <p>Photo: &copy; Getty Images
<h2>Kate's chic chignon</h2> <p>Duchess Kate looked sensational at Ascot 2017 with her hair styled in a neat chignon and elegant white hat perched above. The pieces swept round from the front give this classic look a modern twist, perfect for a hot day at the races.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>Meghan's casual bun</h2> <p><strong>Meghan Markle</strong> wowed the crowds on an official engagement with her fiancé Prince Harry in London. The former actress opted for a loose bun with a few wispy pieces framing her face as she met crowds during her visit to radio station Reprezent FM.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>Braided Beatrice</h2> <p>Princess Beatrice perfectly melded old and new by rocking a fun and modern side braid tied with a ladylike bow at Royal Ascot.<p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>The boldest braid</h2> <p>Queen Letizia's intricate braided up-do is a striking and unique look, perfect for the Guildhall banquet last July in honour of the state visit by the Spanish Royals.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>Zara's classic style</h2> <p>Zara Tindall went for a pretty, classic updo when she attended Royal Ascot in June 2017. The royal mum opted for a stunning wavy style and completed her look with e baby-pink fascinator.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>Kate's cool ponytail</h2> <p>We love the Duchess of Cambridge's chic ponytail! The mom-of-two chose the sophisticated updo for a visit to the RAF Air Cadets in February 2017.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>A rosy creation</h2> <p>Queen Maxima's incredible 'rose' look was breathtaking back in 2015, when she attended a state dinner with her husband King Willem-Alexander.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>Sophie's stunning bow</h2> <p>The Countess of Wessex wore her hair in a beautiful updo for the Christmas Day Church service with the royal family in 2017. Her quirky black velvet bow is a striking accessory for her swept-back locks.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>The royal party updo</h2> <p>Duchess Kate wowed at the Queen's annual winter party at Buckingham Palace in December 2017. She wore her hair in a beautiful chignon, which perfectly complemented the dazzling Cambridge Lover's Knot tiara.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>The dream wedding look</h2> <p>Beatrice Borromeo chose the hairstyle of her dreams for her wedding to Pierre Casiraghi in Italy back in 2015. We adore the high bun encased in a sweet braid, which shows off her beautiful features and dazzling jewellery.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
<h2>Autumn's elegant updo</h2> <p>Autumn Phillips showcased a lovely chignon with bright-pink fascinator on the balcony of Buckingham Palace during the Trooping the Colour parade in 2017.</p> <p>Photo: © Getty Images</p>
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