It’s been 27 years since the tragic death of Princess Diana, but the "people’s princess" continues to live in the memory of people worldwide. She was a master at blending classic with modern, and her hairstyles became a true symbol of style, leaving a lasting mark on fashion. Behind the perfectly coiffed looks that highlighted her unique beauty was her trusted hairdresser.
Who Was the Hairdresser of the British Princess? He Styled Lady Di When She Was Still a Teenager
Lady Diana Spencer met her future hairdresser, Richard Dalton, when she was just 17 years old. At the time, she visited his salon with her sisters, not yet knowing how important a role he would play in her life. After her marriage to Prince Charles, the young princess was entrusted to the care of her personal stylist, Kevin Shanley.
Initially, Shanley seemed like the perfect choice, but he showed a huge lack of loyalty. Tempted by the prospect of quick money, he decided to sell his story to the media. This lack of discretion led Lady Di to return to the services of Richard Dalton. It quickly turned out to be a great decision, as Dalton became not only her personal hairstylist but also a confidant of her secrets.
Princess Diana’s Hairdresser Reveals Secrets. He Showed Creativity When Styling Her Hair
Richard Dalton revealed several fascinating secrets about styling her hair. To give her hairstyle the right volume and shape, he used an unusual method - wrapping her hair with a silk scarf. This protected the hair from the heat of the blow dryer while also adding the desired volume. Every day, they would meet at 8 a.m. at Kensington Palace for her morning hair care and to style her hair.
Sometimes, to save time, Diana would visit Dalton at his home, where he would wash her hair over the kitchen sink. The princess preferred a natural look, so the hairdresser avoided heavy styling products. Instead, he chose light sprays and conditioners that enhanced the shine and natural texture of her hair. Dalton often had to improvise, using whatever was available. There were times when he used an elastic band from underwear to adjust the positioning of Diana’s tiara. He would also sometimes take flowers from hotel decorations to add to her hairstyle. When asked where he got the flowers for her updo, he would laugh and admit that he "stole them for the princess".
