Royal hats that stole the scene from funky fascinators to the most daring headgear

Jack Slater

11 June 2024 at 11:03 am

Heavy is the head that wears the crown, but these scene-stealing hats and fascinators really made royal history

Crown Princess Marie Chantal of Greece, 2004

Meghan Markle's Trooping the Colour debut, 2018

Princess Anne's Coronation feather, 2023

Queen Camilla's feathered headpiece, 2005

Kate Middleton's yellow flower hat, 2022

Queen Máxima at Queen Letizia's wedding, 2004

Princess Beatrice's butterfly fascinator, 2008

Queen Elizabeth's traditional Scottish hat, 1980

Queen Camilla's huge feathered hat, 2005

Princess Catherine's funeral hat and veil, 2022

Queen Elizabeth's fluffy hat and turban, 2009

Queen Camilla's structural leaf hat, 2014

Princess Beatrice's Philip Treacy hat, 2011

Heavy is the head that wears the crown, but these scene-stealing hats and fascinators really made royal history

From the House of Windsor to stylish European royals, it’s hard to beat a royal when it comes to headwear.

Whether it’s knowing how to subtly hide thoughtful details in their choice of accessory to just stealing the show in a standout fashion moment, from weddings to funerals, state visits to public appearances, we’ve picked the most memorable millinery moments from the world of royalty… but not all of them are memorable for the right reasons.

After all, knowing how to wear a hat properly can be tricky at the best of times – and even the royals don’t always get it right. From the beautiful to the bizarre, hold on to your hats as we delve right in…

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Heavy is the head that wears the crown, but these scene-stealing hats and fascinators really made royal history

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