While celebrating his 14th wedding anniversary with Prince William Tuesday April 29, Kate Middleton Unveiled a new hair transformation that already sets the tone in spring 2025.
The princess of Wales began a significantly clearer hair shade during their two -day visit to Scotland. The moment of this change, as well as the arrival of the warmer time and the couple’s stage anniversary, seemed to suggest a deliberate refreshment for the season and the special occasion.
When Middleton, 43, got involved in the inhabitants of the island of Mull, his erect formerly brunette seemed to have new blonde reflections of honey which mixed transparently with its darker roots.
The “Bronde” shade was one of the trends in the hair color planned to dominate in 2025. As a hairdresser of celebrities and colorist Temur Hamilton said exclusively We: “Going lighter with the reflections is perfect for spring. Brunettes should opt for light and light honey points that improve a natural look without being too shiny.”
Hamilton added: “Going too blonde can create too much contrast in the hair, but honey reflections add the right amount of light to the brunettes. It’s a nice way to transform black hair.”

Prince William and Kate Middleton.
Chris Jackson / Getty ImagesIndeed, the subtle strengths gave Middleton a brighter aspect without a change in drastic color, reflecting his desire for a summer atmosphere while maintaining its elegant and sophisticated aesthetic. This is also characteristic of its fashion approach, promoting effortless sophistication on ephemeral trends.

Kate Middleton on April 29, 2025.
Chris Jackson / Getty ImagesNaturally, the Royal’s gaze above the neck also completed its relaxed but refined outfit, combining its “Bronde” locks with a Holland Cooper Brown chevron blazer, a Boden Linen Chambray buttoned shirt and a familiar pair of Massimo Dutti Super Skinny pants.

It has accessorized with sunglasses from the British label Finlay, in particular the Vivian style In the new color “Marble”, and his choice of reference by Chloé Combat Boots – a practical but polished choice to visit a local farm alongside Prince William, 42, later in the day.
Adding personal touches to her whole, the Princess of Wales wore a Cartier watch, which would be a gift from Prince William during their third wedding anniversary, as well as two necklaces, one of which came with charms representing the initials of their three children: George, 11, Charlotte, 9 and Louis, 7.

Prince William and Kate Middleton on their wedding day in 2011.
Chris Jackson / Getty ImagesThe anniversary getaway provided the ideal backdrop for the subtle evolution of Middleton. While the couple would have celebrated in private, the public beginnings of their strong moments served as a visual marker of their graceful embrace of this new chapter after their recent battle against cancer. (After having undergone chemotherapy last year, she announced that she was in remission in January.)
Better still, it gave Royal Watchers everywhere a relatable and achievable inspiration for those looking for a seasonal hair refreshment. If the lasting impact of “the Kate effect” tells us something, with the approval of the Princess of Wales, “Bronde” is about to be an even greater trend this spring than initially planned.