May 28th. The day when dark-haired people celebrate victory. Brunette Day — unofficial, but beloved by millions of women around the world. Those with naturally black, chestnut, or chocolate curls can breathe a sigh of relief: today, there's no need to dye your hair blonde. Today is our time. But where did this day come from? And what is there for brunettes to be proud of? We tell you with humor, facts, and a bit of healthy sexism towards light-haired people. Who Invented Brunette Day The history is blurred. It's likely that the celebration originated on social media in the early 2010s. Bloggers and communities of women with dark hair decided to create a counterpoint to Blonde Day (which is celebrated on May 31st). Blonde Day is more popular, even with a monument. Brunettes were offended: are we not as good? And so, Brunette Day was born on May 28th. According to another version, the initiative came from beauty salons to boost sales of tonics and masks for dark hair. A third version is mystical: on May 28th, the sun enters the sign of Gemini, and brunettes are considered as changeable as Geminis. The day has no official status, but on Instagram and TikTok, May 28th is a flashmob. Thousands of brunettes post their photos with the hashtag #BrunetteDay. Brunette vs Blonde: Myths and Truth Myth: Blondes are funnier, brunettes are intellectuals. In reality, research does not confirm a connection between hair color and personality. But! Research shows that brunettes seem more mysterious and serious to men, while blondes seem more open and accessible. This is a sociocultural myth that affects perception. Brunettes are often attributed passion, jealousy, and a tendency to drama. Think of Carmen or Cassandra from "Cinderella". Blondes are attributed light-heartedness and naivety (Marilyn Monroe). In reality, hair color does not determine personality. But people love to believe in stereotypes. Why are there fewer brunettes? Because the gene for dark hair is dominant. There are ... Read more