Kate Middleton made headlines this week when she walked out in a new style for a rare public appearance with Prince William, wearing coordinating clothing. The pair was celebrating their 14th wedding anniversary in Scotland, where they first fell in love. The royal pair, known in Scotland as the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, paid a visit to the scenic Isles of Mull and Iona on April 29, Kate’s longest work trip since she finished chemotherapy in September.
The Duke and Duchess chose a symbolic location for their anniversary: Scotland, where they met and fell in love while studying at St Andrews University. Kate, 43, and William, 42, wore matching blue shirts and fitted blazers, emphasizing their tight relationship. Kate wore the Boden Longline Linen Safari Shirt with her favorite Finlay Vivian sunglasses for the sunny weather. The royal couple stopped by a local community hub and artisan market, where Kate took up a nail gun to assist make a sign for a Community Pantry.
They also visited a soft play area and interacted with local families, making the experience not just personal but also profoundly tied to the community. However, Kate’s hair drew the most attention from the public. As she greeted the throng in the brilliant sunshine, several people noticed her hair was lighter than it had been in prior appearances. Her new color—a gentle combination of brown and blonde known as “bronde”—has been regarded as ideal for the summer season. It was her first public appearance in over a month, and fans couldn’t stop complimenting her fresh and beautiful look.
Kate last seen on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, with her hair up and beneath a hat. Prior to it, she attended the Wales vs. England rugby match in Cardiff on March 15. Her lighter locks hit the top page of a British tabloid, demonstrating once more how much attention her fashion decisions garner. Royal lovers came out to compliment Catherine’s hair color and cheer her on. “That expression on Princess Catherine is very nice. “I love her new color palette,” one user said.
“These hues are so cheerful and flattering for spring and summer. It also brightens her face. She wanted to appear alive and robust, but her darker hair washed her out… I think this looks fantastic!” commented another.