By Daniel Neira - Los Angeles May 22, 2024 3:01 PM EDT Princess Diana continues to be a fashion icon even years after her tragic death. The beloved royal has been an inspiration for many celebrities, who have channeled her iconic looks and paid homage to her style, on and off the red carpet. READ MORE Prince William’s role at upcoming wedding revealed: report The reason JFK Jr.
did not call Prince William and Prince Harry after Princess Diana’s death Will Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet appear in mom Meghan’s new Netflix series? One of her most innovative looks took place in Australia in 1985, where she wore a blue gown, accessorized with statement jewelry, including a diamond necklace turned into a headband. Her former hairdresser Richard Dalton is revealing the thought process behind the accessory, during the Styling Princess Diana panel in New York City. ©GettyImages Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Diana, Princess of Wales, wearing a green satin evening dress designed by David and Elizabeth Emanuel and an emerald necklace as a headband.
“I asked Evelyn, her dresser, for six inches of knicker elastic, [the kind used by] grannies,” he said, confessing that Princess Diana “had sunburn on her neck so we said, ‘Let’s make a headband of it.‘” Dalton accompanied Diana since she was 17, and styled her for royal tours and special appearances and red carpets. ©GettyImages Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince William, Prince of Wales speak with guests .
