We don't know how Kate Middleton does it! We're constantly captivated by the smallest changes she makes to her hair, whether it's her go-to blowout or a glam chignon [1]. But she truly outdid herself (and all her past hairstyles) for her last night in New York City. The duchess paired one of her favorite Jenny Packham gowns [2] with an intricate updo that incorporated details of both french twists and french braids, topped off with perfectly messy pinned-in-place curls. We're selfishly hoping the master behind this look is New York based, but in the meantime, we'll take a haphazard stab at re-creating it ourselves for our next holiday shindig! Read on to see the gorgeous style from every angle.

From the Back

From the Side