The Princess of Wales delighted onlookers in Northern Ireland last week when she appeared in Belfast alongside her husband, the Prince of Wales. The royals were in the capital to visit a church transformed into a community center, and for the occasion, Kate looked typically polished, tucking a delicate ruffled blouse into a pleated Emilia Wickstead skirt, layering both beneath a long black coat.
Arriving in the rain, the royal carried a navy umbrella and wore black pointed pumps, beaming as she interacted with locals. Most eye-catching, though, was Kate’s hair, which appeared notably lighter than usual. Woven into an elegant half-up, half-down ’do, Kate’s loose curls cascaded down her back, looking blonder than ever contrasted against her jet-black coat.
Certainly her lightest hair color in some years, Kate’s color switch-up is perfect for the impending winter months. Kate opted for a cooler shade of blonde over the warm, sun-kissed shades synonymous with summer, showing that honey hues are a sophisticated alternative to the deep reds and rich brunettes so often requested at winter salon appointments.
Kate’s new “vintage gold” hair is also an excellent transitional tone for anyone wanting to gradually shift from brunette to blonde; it’s the perfect canvas for those planning to go much brighter and lighter in the future, but until then, it's a low-maintenance choice that gives you more time between touch-ups.
