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    Get a thicker, longer ponytail like Kate Middleton with this one trick

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    By Sarah-Rose Harrison
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    In partnership with Cliphair

    Kate Middleton is synonymous with great hair. The Duchess of Cambridge's signature, glossy blow-dry is one of the most searched for hairstyles with millions trying to recreate her natural look at home.

    One of her most popular, effortless looks is a simple ponytail, a trademark 'do of her which gets almost as much attention as the Duchess of Cambridge herself. When you search 'Kate Middleton ponytail' Google generates over 4.1 million results for the Duchess and her enviable pony.

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    We all know that ponytails can be a bit rather hit or miss. Not to mention, the fact that ponytails that are super tight can be super damaging, like when Kourtney Kardashian and Hailey Bieber’s Met Gala ponytails left them with bald spots.

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    To recreate Kate's look follow our simple steps...

    Step 1: Smooth hair with a blowdryer, round brush, and anti-frizz product.

    Step 2: Take a U-shaped section of hair at the top of your head and tease underneath, then smooth with a boar bristle paddle brush.

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    Sarah-Rose Harrison is the Contributing Fashion Editor at Marie Claire. A London based Fashion and Celebrity Stylist she works across commercial, editorial and advertorial projects as well as personal and red carpet styling. Don't miss her outfit's on Instagram @sarahroseharrison

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