Princess of Wales photos: We're obsessed with Kate's new blonde locks

I shall be using these photos as inspo for my next hair appointment.

The words ‘princess hair’ and ‘hair goals’ were the first things that came to mind when I saw Kate’s new blonde do.

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We're completely in love with the Princess of Wales' new blonde locks | AFP via Getty Images

The Princess of Wales debuted her new flowing blonde locks when she visited the Natural History Museum this morning alongside Prince William.

This isn’t the first time Kate’s hair has hit the headlines, but it’s the most significant change we’ve seen in a while.

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Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince William, Prince of Wales during their visit to the Natural History Museum's newly renovated gardens | Getty Images

Kate first showed off her long, caramel blonde hair a few weeks ago, much to the delight of fashion mags and tabloids across the country.

But this morning was the first time we got a proper look at the Princess’s new style.

British Vogue posted a photo of the Princess on Instagram with the caption: “It’s official: the Princess of Wales is entering autumn as a blonde. Kate has been going subtly lighter over the past year, but when she arrived at an engagement at the Natural History Museum today with Prince William, her signature chestnut brown mane was entirely transformed.”

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Princess of Wales smiles during a visit to the Natural History Museum's newly transformed gardens | POOL/AFP via Getty Images

Kate was all smiles as she wore her honey-blonde locks long with soft curls this morning at the Natural History Museum (I guess it’s true that blondes do have more fun!)

The Prince and Princess of Wales were invited along to view the museum’s newly restored gardens.

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Hair goals! | Getty Images

Kate let her long hair down (very princess-coded) in loose curls. She looked every inch the country girl, swapping her summer dresses for a chic tweed jacket and tailored shirt.

Ever the trendsetter, we’re expecting to see a lot of caramel and honey highlights around London this Autumn / Winter.

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