Since becoming a duchess in May, Meghan Markle [1] has become a valued member of the royal family. She's been put straight to work, attending her fair share of public engagements [2] and helping the queen with some of her duties [3], but she's also had a fashion and beauty update [4]. Sadly, it looks like it could be the end of an era for the Duchess of Sussex's prewedding messy buns [5]. Instead, she seems to have been taking tips from her sister-in-law, Kate Middleton, and embraced the polished bun instead. Only time will tell if she'll ever use the royal-approved hairnet [6].
Ahead, get a look at how Meghan's hair has evolved from relatable messy buns to elegant bun updos since becoming a duchess.
January 2018
During Meghan's first royal outing [7] with Harry after announcing their engagement, she graced us with the messy bun, a familiar style to all [8], and we immediately fell in love.
January 2018
Before becoming a duchess, she would wear strands of loose hair to frame her face and keep the look casual.
March 2018
Meghan's messy bun was once again on show [9] during her trip to Ireland in March, two months before the wedding.
January 2018
This time, Meghan's bun made its way to Cardiff, and it looked as good as ever.
May 2018
Meghan's wedding hair might suggest the transition from messy chic to polished. Her hairstylist even confirmed [10] that the look wasn't supposed to be picture perfect, dubbing it as "messy in a controlled way," almost like her hair was transitioning into duchess life.
May 2018
Meghan's first appearance since the wedding was the most polished we've ever seen her hair. She kept it neat to one side to show off her blush hat.
July 2018
To let her fascinator stand out, the bun was kept low and to the side with a side part.
June 2018
Another side bun showed off another of Meghan's glamorous hats at Royal Ascot [11].
July 2018
She kept it simple with a slicked-back low bun for her royal engagement with Prince Harry.
July 2018
A quick change of the parting and Meghan's got another version of her low side bun.
July 2018
Meghan chose a more ballerina bun style for the second day of her and Harry's trip to Dublin in July.
July 2018
It's safe to say by now, a sleek low side bun is Meghan's signature go-to style when she's on royal duty.