WATCH: Princess Kate’s effortless no-hairband bun goes viral—here’s how she does it |
Kate Middleton has long been hailed for her grace and the effortless way she carries herself at public events. Whether it’s her fashion choices or her poised demeanor, the Princess of Wales rarely misses a beat.But on her latest royal engagement, it wasn’t a gown or a speech that made headlines, it was a simple, off-the-cuff beauty hack. In Kent, Kate casually twisted her hair into a bun without a single hairband, clip, or pin, leaving fans in awe as the clip went viral.On Thursday, the Princess of Wales, 43, spent the day visiting family-run textile mills in London, Suffolk, and Kent, meeting British artisans who specialize in centuries-old crafts. At the Suffolk Silk Mills in Sudbury, she explored jacquard weaving, a trade that has been mastered there for more than 300 years.Later, at Marina Mill in Cuxton, Kent, Kate rolled up her sleeves to try her hand at screen printing.
Before getting started, she removed her jacket, tied on an apron, and—with a few swift twists of her fingers—secured her hair in place without a band. She simply coiled her long locks into a bun at the nape of her neck, tucking the ends underneath in one fluid motion. The understated moment drew just as much attention as the engagement itself, with fans replaying the clip online to study her technique.Social media users were quick to weigh in. One X user wrote: “Tricky to do at any time, but with beautifully clean hair even more so. Is there anything this wonderful Lady cannot do?” Another added: “That’s such a mum thing, when your daughter takes your scrunchie and you find a way to tie your hair back with nothing it happens to me a few times with my daughters.” A third admitted: “Not me studying the video to see how she did it!”. Kate’s hair has already been in the spotlight in recent weeks. She was first seen debuting a lighter blonde shade before returning to her signature chocolate brown hue. This time, however, the buzz wasn’t about transformation—it was about skill, practicality, and the ability to make an everyday gesture look chic.
How to recreate the no-hairband bun
For those curious to try the Princess’s trick, hairstylists say it comes down to practice and tension. Here’s how to do it:Brush through your hair and collect it into a ponytail at the height you prefer.Create tight twists to add hold and structure.Coil the twist around its base to shape the bun.Secure the bun by tucking the final strands underneath.
