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9 Of Princess Diana’s Most Classic Hair Moments

Her royal styles were timeless.

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Princess Diana's hair is iconic; here, one of her signature looks.
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Princess Diana is a style icon that continues to influence beauty today. From voluminous curls to chic updos, Lady Di’s hair game was always on point. Of the many stunning styles she wore, here are nine of her most stunning hair looks.

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1984: While the late Princess of Wales is typically remembered for her shorter hair, this ‘40s-inspired look showing off her longer locks is definitely unforgettable.

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1986: Princess Diana took the ‘80s headband phenomenon and gave it a regal twist. Her headband with diamond detailing brought her whole look together while adding an extra dose of sparkle.

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1995: In the 90s, no one mastered the short haircut with bangs look better than Princess Diana. Her classic style looked especially beautiful as she accepted an award for her humanitarian work.

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1986: Princess Di wore some pretty extraordinary hair accessories throughout her life, but this hair look is particularly stunning. Adding white and fuchsia flowers to her ‘do was a bold choice that came out beautifully.

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1988: Another hair accessory that Princess Diana loved? This bejeweled, star-shaped hairpin that made her regal updo look fun and fresh.

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1984: Princess Diana’s locks looked perfect when she introduced Prince Harry to the world. Her blowout was bouncy and perfectly coiffed, making her look effortlessly gorgeous.

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1992: Princess Diana’s glam team clearly knew how to style her hair to complement her royal jewels. This look is a perfect example of that; her glossy curls were the perfect nest for her sparkly tiara.

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1995: Debuting a new, edgier hair look, Princess Diana turned heads at The Council of Fashion Designers of America Ball. Her slicked-back hairdo with flipped ends was an unexpected departure from her signature look — but it was definitely worth the risk.

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1997: The Princess of Wales looked sophisticated and chic while sporting a shorter, lighter version of her iconic ‘90s haircut that’ll probably make a comeback any day now.

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