It’s a question as old as time: do blondes, indeed, have more fun? Marilyn Monroe thought yes. Dua Lipa thought no. As for Kate Middleton? Only time will tell. Word that the Princess ofWales was dabbling in blonder waters surfaced when she was spotted in a car, golden locks cascading over her shoulder. Then, a visit to the London Natural History Museum confirmed what hairdressers and royal spectators the world over has suspected: Princess Kate has gone blonde.
Not too far a cry from the chocolate-brown locks we’ve come to expect from the Princess, this particular shade of blonde is neither ashy not brassy. “Kate’s new hair is a classic Teddy Bear Bronde,” explains Jaye Edwards, founder and owner of Sydney salons EdwardsAndCo. “Defined by its warm golden, honey or beige undertones, it’s a mix of subtle blonde highlights and lowlights, blended seamlessly for a sun-kissed effect.”
For natural brunettes, the shade is the perfect way to dip your toe into brighter territory ahead of summer, without going full Regina George. Here, Edwards gives us the lowdown for nailing the colour IRL.