Let's take a trip down memory lane. Princess Diana, the beloved People's Princess, had a way of making heads turn, and not just because of her grace and charm. Her hairstyles were nothing short of iconic. But have you ever wondered what it was like to be the person behind those unforgettable looks? Richard Dalton, the man who styled Diana's hair for over a decade, has finally opened up about the experience in an exclusive interview with Town & Country. Now, that's a story worth hearing, right?
In his own words, Richard Dalton shared how he first crossed paths with Diana when she was just 17 years old. At the time, he was cutting the hair of her sisters at Fenwick of Bond Street’s in-store salon. While Dalton wasn’t the one responsible for Diana's famous flicked-and-feathered haircut—credit for that goes to Kevin Shanley, who also styled her for her wedding to Prince Charles—he soon became the go-to guy for ensuring her hair remained a regal masterpiece. Dalton’s task wasn’t easy; every cut and style had to be picture-perfect, and he delivered beautifully, even amid the challenges.
Trimming a Princess's Hair: The Ultimate Challenge
Now, here's where things get really interesting. Dalton recalls one particular challenge that stands out: the time he had to cut Diana’s hair for a trip to Africa. The goal was to give her a shorter, more manageable style, but this wasn't your typical trim. Oh no, this was a royal haircut, and it had to be done with the utmost care. So, instead of just chopping it all off in one go, they decided to do it in stages. Yes, you heard that right—weeks of careful, incremental changes.
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“Whatever I did to her hair became front-page news,” Dalton explained. “We had to be very careful. We had to do it one-fourth of an inch at a time over several weeks.” Now, that’s dedication, right there. And let's not forget, Dalton wasn’t just responsible for Diana’s hair. He also gave Prince Harry and Prince William their haircuts. Yet, despite having such intimate access to the royal family, Dalton chose to respect Diana’s memory and her sons’ privacy by not revealing too many personal details.
A Royal Wedding That Brought Back Memories
When it came to watching Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding, Dalton couldn’t help but feel a wave of nostalgia. It wasn’t just about the love story unfolding on screen; it was about the subtle nods to Diana that were woven into the day. From the hymns she loved to the flowers that adorned the ceremony—white roses and lily of the valley—Dalton noticed it all. “She was there in many ways,” he said, adding that Meghan’s hair looked “very elegant.”
“It not only complemented the gown, but also balanced the tiara and veil,” Dalton noted. He emphasized the importance of treating the tiara with respect, as it’s a crown jewel that must be protected. “You have to be extremely careful and gentle with it, and absolutely no hairspray or styling product can touch the stones,” he warned. It’s these little details that make all the difference when styling for royalty.
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