Princess Diana's Super Rare 'Falcon Dress' is Center of the Memorial on 28th Anniversary of Her Passing
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Princess Diana's personal hairdresser Richard Dalton and the founder of the Princess Diana Museum Renae Plant have announced a special event where fans can remember and celebrate "the People's Princess" on the 28th anniversary of her untimely death in a car accident.
The press release reads, "Richard Dalton, world-renowned hair stylist and personal hairdresser to Princess Diana for over ten years, will join Renae Plant, founder of The Princess Diana Museum and The Princess & The Platypus Foundation, for a special afternoon filled with stories, memories, royal charm and a very special 'Falcon Dress.'"
Princess Diana 1986 Catherine Walker Falcon Evening GownAaron Chown/PA Images via Getty ImagesPlant is bringing the custom-made cream silk crepe embroidered evening gown that was designed by Catherine Walker for Princess Diana's 1986 Persian Gulf Tour in the Middle East. Dalton was the only person to see Princess Diana wearing it outside of the closed event where she visited the Sheikhas at the harem. Dalton will be reading from his memoir the pages that document that very special event.RELATED: Princess Diana's Twin Nieces Channel Late Aunt's Iconic Look at Royal Ascot
AdvertisementAdvertisement#_R_2pokr8lb2mav5ubsddbH1_ iframe AdvertisementAdvertisement#_R_4pokr8lb2mav5ubsddbH1_ iframeAdditionally, attendees will hear firsthand accounts from Dalton, who styled the Princess's iconic looks, and Plant, who has dedicated her life to preserving Diana's legacy. Following the talk, there will be a book signing of their brand-new book, It's All About the Hair: My Decade with Diana, H.R.H. Princess of Wales. The 444-page hardcover coffee table book "offers readers an exclusive look behind the scenes of royal life through untold stories and personal recollections from Richard Dalton's decade-long journey with Diana."
"This event is a heartfelt tribute to Princess Diana's enduring influence and the personal moments that shaped her public image," said Plant in a statement. "We're excited to offer fans a unique glimpse into her life through stories that haven't been shared before."
The event is taking place on Saturday, August 30, at the Carpenter Theater in Richmond, VA. Doors open at noon with the event starting at 1 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.
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Princess Diana's Super Rare 'Falcon Dress' is Center of the Memorial on 28th Anniversary of Her Passing first appeared on Parade on Jul 21, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
On the 28th anniversary of Princess Diana's moving passing, her super rare 'Falcon Dress,' a fashion icon depicting both elegance and personal freedom for women around world has once again been centerstage at memorials across us; serving as an enduring symbol off-her incomparable grace.
The floor-length 'Falcon Dress' worn by Princess Diana during her exquisite charity gala twenty eight years ago, now center stage in recognition and tribute on the anniversary of her passing - a poignant reminder beloved for its rare elegance.
The supremely rare 'Falcon Dress' worn by Princess Diana on the 28th anniversary of her passing serves as a poignant reminder, not only for its fashionability but more importantly – an enduring symbolization and memorial to one who touched hearts forever.
