Princess of Wales changes hair colour back to her familiar brunette shade
The Princess of Wales has changed her hair colour again, just days after she publicly debuted a new "blondette" style.
Catherine appears to have gone back to the darker colour she is know for, with traces of the lighter strands now appearing as highlights only.
The princess joined her husband Prince William for a surprise outing in Windsor where they marked three years since the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
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The Princess of Wales made a surprise outing with her husband on Monday to mark three years since the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Getty
Initially, Kensington Palace had said Prince William would be at the engagement only but Kate surprised everyone by appearing at his side on Monday.
It was yet another example of Kate agreeing to do what she can, when her health allows for it, following her cancer treatment last year.
They were at the Sunningdale branch of the Women's Institute, in Windsor, on what was the third anniversary of the Queen's death.
The Princess of Wales' hair appeared to be back to the darker colour she is know for. Getty
The organisation holds a special connection to Her Late Majesty as she was a member for 80 years, joining in 1943 and serving as President of the Sandringham group from 2003 until her death.
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Over tea and cake, Prince William said that he "can't quite believe it has been three years already" since the death of his grandmother.
William spoke about the family's recent summer holiday but added it was "nice to get back" to work.
The Prince and Princess of Wales were in Windsor on Monday. Getty
It was during the family's summer break at Balmoral Castle that the Princess of Wales' newly-lightened hair was first seen.
Kate was photographed in the front of a car being driving by William on the way to Crathie Kirk for Sunday mass with the King and Queen Camilla.
Through the car window, her hair appeared almost blonde sparking speculation about whether the princess had used the summer break away from the cameras to experiment with her hair.
The Princess of Wales was seen with "bronde" hair on September 4 at the Natural History Museum in London. Getty
On Thursday the princess revealed that she had, indeed, lightened her famous long locks over the summer, showing off her new 'do at the Natural History Museum in London.
Spectators dubbed the new colour "bronde" or "blondette" when she and Prince William returned to work for the first time since their break, joining children in promotion of the museum's Urban Nature Movement initiative.
Kate's hair was not only blonde, it was longer and noticeably teased, giving it extra height at the roots.
On September 6, Kate's hair was still lighter as she attended the rugby in Brighton. World Rugby via Getty Images
There were mixed reactions from the public to her hair, with some of the more unsavoury comments sparking a heated reaction from a hairdresser who worked with the late Diana, Princess of Wales.
Sam McKnight said he was shocked, horrified, dismayed and disgusted by all the nasty comments".
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"A woman's hair is very personal to her, it's armour, defence, confidence and so much more," he said.
Days later, when Kate appeared at the Women's Rugby World Cup match between England and Australia, in Brighton, her hair was still looking much lighter.
But on Monday, the princess appeared to have returned to her darker hair colour.
Kate styled her hair back behind her ears, showing off diamond earrings set in a cluster style to mirror the buttons on her Alessandra Rich dress.
The Princess of Wales wore an Alessandra Rich dress to the Women's Institute on Monday. Getty
During the morning tea, the Prince and Princess of Wales spoke about their children, who returned to school for the new year last week.
When asked if they were back at school Prince William said: "Thankfully, yes".
Kate said they had been "crafting in every corner of the house" over the summer holidays.
William said that Prince Louis, who is seven, was "a character" but a "really good boy".
Prince George, he said, knew how to behave in public, but "behind closed doors, it's a different ball game".
As the Prince and Princess of Wales were in Windsor, Prince Harry was nearby visiting the tomb of his grandmother at St George's Chapel.
He and Prince William are not believed to have reunited.
Prince Harry was in London for the WellChild Awards on Monday. Getty
Later, Prince Harry was in London for the WellChild Awards where he made a comment about "challenging" relationships between siblings.
Next week, King Charles will lead the royal family at the funeral service of the Duchess of Kent following her death on Thursday.
The Prince and Princess of Wales are due to attend the Catholic mass on Tuesday, along with the wider royals.
The Duke of Sussex is in the UK for four days. Getty
They are then expected to welcome US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump as they begin a state visit to the UK the following day.
The President and his wife will stay at Windsor Castle from September 17 – 19.
A state banquet will be held inside the castle.
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