Meghan Markle puts a Californian spin on the Princess of Wales' signature look


The Princess of Wales is a known lover of headbands, and now it's the Duchess of Sussex's turn to embrace them


Meghan, Duchess of Sussex at the 2026 Fifteen Percent Pledge Fundraising Gala held at Paramount Studios on February 07, 2026 in Los Angeles, California.© Variety via Getty Images
Laura Sutcliffe
Laura SutcliffeFashion and Beauty News Editor
Updated: March 18, 2026
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The Duchess of Sussex took to Instagram at the weekend, sharing a gloriously idyllic video of herself arranging beautiful pink flowers in a vase. 

Meghan looked elegant and ladylike in the footage, which showed her wearing one of her trademark items, the humble rollneck, and she also smoothed her raven hair back with a headband.

Meghan arranged flowers in another home video© Instagram/ @meghan
Meghan arranged flowers in a home video, wearing a headband

Meghan, 44, has never been seen publicly wearing a headband before. The royal wore a variety of headpieces during her time as a working royal, but the humble headband was not part of her attire.

Meghan opted for a burgundy look while visiting the Hubb Community Kitchen in London in 2018© Getty Images
During her time as a working royal, Meghan didn't wear headbands

The mother-of-two is known for her laid-back, California style, so this accessory was a surprising choice for the former Suits star.

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Princess Kate, the queen of headbands

Headbands are loved by Meghan's sister-in-law, the Princess of Wales, who has plenty of the iconic hair accessory in a myriad of colours. Her sensational headband collection has helped put the somewhat traditional style on the map again, and it's now considered a chic addition to any outfit.

Catherine in white dress and headband waist up© Getty
Kate wore a Jane Taylor headband in 2022

As a fashion editor who has been specialising in royal style for over eight years, my favourite headband that Prince William's wife has ever worn was in 2022. Then known as the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate delighted onlookers at Westminster Abbey to mark Anzac Day that year.

The royal's elegant cream coat dress by Alexander McQueen was widely adored, but it was her headband that stole the show.

Kate Middleton in white fluffy headband at Anzac Day Service of Commemoration and Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey on April 25, 2022 in London© Getty
The royal's headband featured a bow at the back

Kate's headband was by esteemed milliner Jane Taylor, the label the royal often heads to when she wants a stunning headpiece. Seen as a work of art, Kate's design cost £830 at the time. Handcrafted in white, it featured an eye-catching black bow at the nape of the neck. The brand's website said of the style: "A sensational all-rounder halo headpiece made from iconic British tweed - ideal for weddings, smart events, and races - topped off with a fetching tuxedo satin bow at the nape of the neck for a smart finish."

Kate Middleton in white floral headband for Prince Louis of Cambridge christening© Getty
Perhaps the most iconic of all of Princess Kate's headbands is the white floral number she donned for Prince Louis' 2018 christening

In 2018, Kate sported one of her more directional headbands at her son Prince Louis' christening. Turning to Jane Taylor once again, her £960 creation was known as the 'Cassandra' and featured a thick platform and had striking appliqué flowers stitched on the top.

Princess Kate in a headband holding baby prince louis© Getty
Jane Taylor designed Kate's headband for the christening

It looked perfect alongside her glamorous attire, a coat dress by Alexander McQueen. We loved the catalogue of trends that were featured in that classic gown, including a deep V-neckline, exaggerated puff sleeves and modest midi hem. The headband was the ideal accompanying accessory.

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