29 Times Diana, Princess Of Wales Was The Ultimate Summer Beauty Muse

Her penchant for electric blue eyeliner and sun-kissed highlights suggests Diana, Princess of Wales loved summer just as much as the rest of us. Just as her holiday ensembles became iconic – the animal print swimsuit she was photographed wearing as she dove off a yacht remains unforgettable – she also continues to serve as major inspiration in the warm-weather beauty department.

Immaculately highlighted hair, which often set off a rich, golden tan, was one of her go-to summer (and winter) looks, and she also knew the easy-breezy wonders of a natural nude lip, subtle brown eyeliner and fresh skin. Then there was the softer hair texture she wore at more relaxed events and on holiday – effortless yet chic, it was a precursor to today’s ever desirable “beach hair”. Her approach was low-maintenance but radiant, luminous and classic – we could all take a couple of beauty lessons from Princess Diana. On what would have been her 63rd birthday, here are 29 times she was the ultimate summer muse.