Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate Twin with Matching Hairstyles and Outfits
On Christmas Day, the royal family’s annual walk to church was graced by a delightful sight: Princess Kate and her daughter, Princess Charlotte, twinning with matching braided hairstyles. The mother-daughter duo not only showcased their close bond but also their shared sense of style, capturing the hearts of royal fans worldwide.
Princess Charlotte, 8, sported her signature look with two braids tied back with a bow, allowing the rest of her hair to flow freely. Meanwhile, the Princess of Wales, 41, opted for a half-up hairstyle, with a braid peeking out from underneath her elegant fascinator. This coordinated look was a charming display of their close relationship and shared fashion sense.
This isn’t the first time Princess Kate has taken hair inspiration from her daughter. In 2019, she donned a similar braided style at the Chelsea Flower Show in London, mirroring Charlotte’s go-to look. During a 2019 outing in Cumbria, Kate even admitted her struggles with hairstyling, complimenting some young girls on their “pretty” braided hairdos and confessing, “I tried to do a plait with Charlotte this morning, and it didn’t really work very well.”
Prince William has also shared his challenges with doing his daughter’s hair. In March 2019, he bonded with fellow dads over the task, humorously advising, “Never try to do a ponytail! Nightmare.” Kate chimed in, “Have you tried to do a plait? It’s the weaving… really hard.” William added, “I can do [Charlotte’s] ponytail, but that’s about it as I don’t have enough hair to practice on!”
Princess Charlotte has experimented with various hairstyles over the past year, often incorporating her beloved braids. At King Charles and Queen Camilla’s coronation on May 6, she wore her hair in two braids twisted into an ornate chignon, matching her mother’s intricate braided hairstyle. Both mother and daughter also wore matching silver floral headpieces by Jess Collett x Alexander McQueen, a nod to the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth. The headpieces were reminiscent of those worn by the late Queen’s maids at her coronation, adding a touch of historical significance to their look.
Lauren Kiehna of The Court Jeweller commented on the headpieces, saying, “If they did take inspiration from those ornaments, it was a nice way to give Kate something that stood out visually while still reinforcing her current role as a supporter of the King and Queen.”
Princess Charlotte continued to showcase her love for braids at Trooping the Colour in June, the public celebration of King Charles’ birthday. She maintained her double braids and middle part, sweeping the rest of her hair into an updo for the summer event.
The ultimate twinning moment for Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate came at King Charles’ coronation in 2023. Both wore dazzling white capes and intricate braided hairstyles, looking identical in their regal attire. This wasn’t the first time they’ve looked alike in braids. A throwback photo of Kate Middleton, before she became the Princess of Wales, shows her with two loose braids, sitting on her father Michael Middleton’s lap. The resemblance to Princess Charlotte is striking, highlighting the generational continuity in their style.
Braids are a favorite hairstyle for Princess Charlotte, who often opts for intricate braided looks rather than simple two-plait styles. Her preferred style is two slim braids meeting in the middle, tied with a ribbon. She has also been seen with an elevated take on this look, with the two plaits woven into a chignon, reminiscent of Meghan Markle’s style.
Despite her penchant for intricate hairstyles, Princess Charlotte doesn’t have a personal hairdresser. Her parents, Prince William and Princess Kate, take on the task themselves. Prince William has humorously shared his struggles with hairstyling, even following YouTube tutorials to practice. During a 2019 outing, he joked, “Never try to do a ponytail. Nightmare.” Kate supported him, adding, “Have you tried to do a plait? It’s the weaving… really hard.” William further joked about his own lack of hair, saying, “I can do [Princess Charlotte’s] ponytail, but that’s about it as I don’t have enough hair to practice on!”
The Princess of Wales is hands-on when it comes to her daughter’s hair, often seen playing with it and smoothing it down during public events like Trooping the Colour. This hands-on approach not only showcases her dedication as a mother but also strengthens the bond between her and Charlotte.
The Princess of Wales has long been hailed as a fashion influencer and royal rockstar, dressing impeccably for her royal role and acting as a glamorous and graceful ambassador for the monarchy. Her mini-me daughter, Princess Charlotte, is also receiving much admiration for her style. Frequently clad in floral babydoll dresses, wool coats, and Mary-Jane shoes with tiny block heels, little Princess Charlotte is literally Kate’s dressy doppelgänger.
From matching berry-colored coats and hair accessories to coordinating formal fashions and countryside clothing, the mother-daughter duo often looks identical. They share a love for playful polka prints, big bows, classic pinstripe dresses, and nautical styles. Their twinning moments extend to long green coats for Christmas, azure attire for royal processions, and pearl-colored double-breasted button coats for balcony appearances.
One of their most memorable twinning moments was at King Charles’ coronation, where they wore matching leafy crowns, looking like the ultimate tiara twins. Princess Charlotte’s concert-ready braids, likely thanks to mom Kate’s braiding skills, further showcased their close bond and shared sense of style.
In conclusion, Princess Charlotte and Princess Kate’s matching hairstyles and outfits not only highlight their close relationship but also their shared fashion sense. Their twinning moments, from Christmas Day to King Charles’ coronation, have captured the hearts of royal fans worldwide, showcasing the timeless elegance and charm of this mother-daughter duo.
Source: People, Getty Images, The Court Jeweller
