What a Week for the Royals!
Let me tell you, folks, this has been a week for the royal history books. First, Queen Elizabeth made headlines by taking a front-row seat next to the iconic Anna Wintour at London Fashion Week. Who would've thought? And then Prince William stepped up his cool dad game by hopping on a motorcycle during an official event. Now, it's Kate Middleton's turn to shine—or should I say, ink. She just rocked a totally unexpected tattoo on her hand at her latest official appearance. But don’t worry, royal purists—there’s more to the story.
Not Quite Permanent Ink
Alright, let’s not get too carried away. The 36-year-old Duchess of Cambridge, who's currently expecting her third child, didn’t actually go under the needle. Her new "tattoo" is actually a henna design, which is temporary and lasts about two days. This chemical-free brown ink comes from the powdered leaves of the tropical henna plant. According to People, it was 18-year-old Shajida Begum who offered the design to Kate during a visit to The Fire Station in Sunderland, England, on February 21. Begum asked if Kate would like a design, and the Duchess enthusiastically agreed, calling it "really pretty." Begum explained how it works and when Kate could wash it off, saying, "When it becomes flaky." Kumareswaradas Ramanathas, the Youth Project Manager for Young Asian Voices, added that the design will start fading after two days and will be completely gone in two weeks, leaving only a faint orange stain on the skin.
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Are Real Tattoos Allowed in the Royal Family?
As we all know, the British monarchy comes with a whole set of fascinating—and sometimes strict—rules. This naturally raises the question: Are the royals allowed to get real tattoos? Well, the answer isn’t entirely clear. None of the modern royals seem to have any permanent ink, but Queen Elizabeth’s granddaughter, Zara Tindall, did rock a pierced tongue during her teenage years. So, it seems the Queen might be okay with a little rebellion here and there. Despite the lack of visible tattoos on the current generation, there's one royal who has a soft spot for body art: Prince Philip. In 2016, a royal source revealed that Philip was genuinely interested in soldiers’ tattoos while visiting the 1st Battalion Grenadier Guards at Lille Barracks in Aldershot, England. He even asked about their stories and where they got them done. One corporal explained that his tattoo was in honor of a deceased family member.
Even though Kate might be the first royal to "get inked" (even if it's just a temporary henna design), this moment highlights how the royal family continues to evolve and embrace new experiences. Whether it's a fashion statement, a cultural gesture, or just a fun moment, this little henna tattoo is a reminder that the royals are human too.
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