Kate Middleton’s Blonde Waves Stun—Why Her Bold New Hair Inspires Women Everywhere & How to Get the Look
The princess' blonde hair is more than a trend—experts say it’s the key to ageless style.
Every time Kate Middleton steps out, women around the world take notice of her chic outfits, effortless grace and gorgeous hair. For years, she’s rocked long brunette hair. So when the 43-year-old Princess of Wales updated her hairstyle earlier this week, debuting gorgeous long, blonde waves, the world was stunned. Her new look has inspired women once more, motivating millions to make a big change too.
“Kate Middleton’s new blonde is likely more than a style choice,” Linda Gattineri, owner of Equo Co. salon in Del Mar, California, tells Woman’s World. “It’s a brilliant example of gray blending. Rather than fighting grays, subtle highlights soften them, creating a seamless, low-maintenance look as silver starts to shine through.”
If you’re also dealing with grays or are facing thinning, shedding or other age-related hair woes, consider a simple hairstyle change, It can make a world of difference in how you look and feel—just ask Kate! Read on for the best ways to update your hair and start your own style transformation!
1. To outsmart thinning hair: Try a bob
As we age, hair texture changes, leading to thinning for millions of women. Sometimes, that makes your go-to hairstyle less than ideal. Fortunately, a few popular styles are perfect for midlife hair woes, adding volume and dimension.
One option is a bob—a style that’s had a resurgence this year, with celebrity fans like Leslie Bibb, Halle Berry and even Angelina Jolie, who was seen with a blonde bob on the set of her new film, Anxious People, earlier this week.
Consider opting for a voluminous bob, which makes fine hair look fuller, or a bob with the hair flipped out at the end, which accentuates the jawline and creates the illusion of thicker hair.
2. To hide grays: Test out a new color
As we get older, graying hair becomes inevitable. And while many women are embracing those silver strands (scroll down for more on that), millions more prefer to cover graying hair, and the options are endless these days. Whether you dye your hair at home or at the salon, the options are endless.
The key is to know what color works best for you. One of the best choices to ease into a new color is with highlights or lowlights, which add a subtle difference to hair without fully committing to a brand new color. They can also blend well with gray roots and add more dimension to your look.
3. To sample a new look: Consider a wig
Fully committing to a bold new hair color or style can be hard for some, especially if you’ve maintained the same look for years. If you want to test a new look but aren’t quite ready to commit, try out a wig. Wigs have become increasingly popular and can look more natural than ever. Some even come styled, making your morning routine easy, and they give your natural hair a break from everyday styling and coloring.
Wigs are also beneficial if you’re experiencing hair thinning.
While custom wigs can get pricey, you can try a basic one out by ordering an inexpensive version online to make sure it’s for you.
4. To hide wrinkles: Go for bangs
If you’re looking to conceal some of the signs of aging on your face, brow-skimming bangs are a great option, as they can hide fine lines, furrows and crows feet. They can also rejuvenate your look by framing the face and drawing more attention to your eyes, giving you a modern look. And if you’re not ready to make that leap, try clip-on bangs first!
5. To embrace aging: Let your grays grow
Gray and silver hair is in, with celebrities like Jamie Lee Curtis, Diane Keaton and Helen Mirren rocking this look. Whether you let your natural hair grow out or try a temporary gray dye to see if it’s what you really want, it’s a good idea to consult a hairstylist to talk out your options. Another option Gattineri likes: blending your grays.
“Personally, I love gray blending because it tricks the eye so early grays read as highlights instead of ‘roots,'” she explains. “It frees women from feeling chained to base color appointments every 3 to 4 weeks. Instead, the grow-out is softer, more natural and still undeniably polished.”
So, if Kate Middleton’s new hairdo inspired you to take the leap, make the major change but make sure to do what’s best for you (and your hair)!
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