Most typical is a round bowl cut which is shaped in layers. Royal headdresses for formal occasions include the mitre of Osiris,, the white crown of Lower Egypt, the red crown of Upper Egypt, the blue war helmet, and the plume. Sometimes these headdresses are combined. The nemes is for daily use. In appearance like a striped kerchief, it has stylized lappets in front and a closed bag in back.
All royal headdresses carry the ureaus or hooded cobra.