Must-have headbands to wear this summer as seen on Kate Middleton

There is no ignoring that headbands are this summer's biggest accessory trend.

Even A-list celebrities and royalty have tapped into the craze with the likes of Kate Middleton, Alexa Chung and Rita Ora ditching traditional headwear in favour of jewelled or bow headbands.

The Duchess of Cornwall recently wore a Stella McCartney pink dress and bespoke Juliette Botterill headband to Archie's christening proving she is pushing the boundaries with her outfit choices and taking note of the latest trends.

Since Alexa Chung stepped out adding a bold red satin bow headband to her classic white shirt and jeans combo, the trend has definitely picked up momentum.

So if you would like to channel your inner Gossip girl aka Blair Wardorf, we've picked the most stylish headbands, that won't break the bank, available to shop now...

1. Plait & knot detailing  

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Pink Velvet Plait Headband, was £12, now£7.20, I Saw It First

Velvet headbands look super chic and expensive (I Saw It First)

Susanna Twisted Headband,£28.00, Anthropologie

Be bold with your headwear (Anthropologie)

2. Bejewelled beauty

Rita Ora rocks a bejewelled number (Karwai Tang/WireImage)

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V by Very Jewel Embellished Headband, £25, Very.co.uk

Inspired by Rita Ora opt for a blingtastic headband (Very)

Beaded Knot Headband, £25.00, Topshop

Liven up a plain outfit with an embellished headband (Topshop)

3. Take a bow 

Alexa Chung channels a lady-like bow (Marc Piasecki/Getty Images)

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Animal Colourblock Red Headband, £18, Oliver Bonas

This summers must-have accessory (Oliver Bonas)

ASOS DESIGN fascinator headband with statement bow in dusky pink, £10.00, Asos.com

The perfect alternative to a fascinator (Asos)

*Don't miss out on this big trend, from a casual look to a glam dress, just add a headband.