Kate Middleton’s Blonde Hair: Here’s what Afrotherapy Thinks
Our Thoughts on Kate's Look Switches
09/09/25
The past weeks have been filled with comments, questions and inputs, all mostly surrounded by one name and context, the Princess of Wales' new look.
After returning from the Royal family's traditional Summer break, Kate Middleton was seen during a visit to London's Natural History Museum rocking a blonde look, a direct contrast from her usual chestnut coloured hair.
In addition, last Saturday while cheering England's Red Roses at the Women's Rugby World cup held at the Brighton & Hove Albion Stadium, Kate was seen rocking a blonde hair in a laid-back mannar revealing her facial features even better.
Although she received a lot of compliments and appraisals for this new look, she also faced a lot of backlash and trolls. Hence, yesterday, she was seen back to her brunette look, a sudden switch most people speculate is a result of the bullying and harsh comments she has faced, especially as she tries to navigate life after her cancer diagnosis.
Our Co-founder, Harriet Kessie-Cudjoe recently had the privilege of speaking with Daily Mirror on this trending subject hence, we want to share our two cents with you!
Firsty, it is insensitive to speak on people's lives with judgement when our views are limited and without a deeper understanding of their experiences and challenges, but more importantly, touching sensitive issues as their hair.
For everyone, especially women, the hair is seen as a crown that reflects identity, personality and even more, confidence. To many of us, a new hairstyle is more than a fresh look, it's a way of expression. A rhythm that encourages or seeks visibility from the world.
When health-related challenges alter this look, most people often feel like they have lost an integral part of themselves which can affect their confidence and esteem hence, why we all need to show empathy and kindness. Comments on their looks, no matter how lightly can be the straw that breaks the camel's back.
Rather than make a comment, whether patronisingly, mean or honest, let us instead be supportive of their journey to recovery. Rather than opine, let them speak as we truly LISTEN.
Remember they see themselves too, so rather than give unsolicited advises, be a present support for whatever they need; be it care, scarfs or blonde wigs.