Though we're approaching the 21st anniversary of her death, Princess Diana's memory has lived on through her sons, her incredible humanitarian work, and, of course, her iconic style. Her sophisticated royal looks always reflected her elegance and beauty on the inside and out, and from her most casual moments to formal state events, her style serves as inspiration for today's royals and fashion designers alike. During her early years in the public eye, hats were a key part of her signature style and always polished off her looks. Here, we're taking a look back at some of her most memorable hat moments through the years.
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1
1981
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In a simple black boater while visiting Chesterfield.
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2
1981
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In a plum John Boyd hat while greeting crowds.
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3
1982
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Wearing a burgundy hat while attending the Aintree racecourse for the Grand National.
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4
1983
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Wearing a red John Boyd hat while visiting Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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5
1983
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In a baby blue cap with netted veil on a visit to Canada.
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6
1983
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Wearing a deep blue wide brim topper with a feather at her birthday celebration in Canada.
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7
1983
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In an off-white net and floral hat in Tasmania.
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8
1983
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In a traditional Klondike-style outfit while visiting Fort Edmonton in Canada.
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1983
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In Ottawa, Canada wearing a simple blue boater.
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10
1983
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Wearing a striking black-and-white boater hat at a garden party in New Zealand.
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1983
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In bubblegum pink at the Sydney Opera House.
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12
1983
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In a simple white cap while touring New Zealand.
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13
1983
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In a veiled John Boyd fascinator while attending a ceremony in Tasmania.
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14
1983
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In a bright pink silk fascinator by John Boyd while visiting Perth, Australia.
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15
1983
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Attending a charity concert at the Royal Albert Hall in a hunter-green circle cap.
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16
1983
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In a jaunty red-and-white hat while visiting Canada.
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17
1984
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In a bold black-and-red veiled cap.
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18
1985
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Arriving in Sardinia, Italy wearing a structured lavender pillbox.
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19
1985
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Wearing a flying saucer style-hat by Frederick Fox while on a tour of Anzio, Italy.
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20
1985
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In a blush John Boyd hat while touring gardens in Sicily.
Jennifer Algoo is the Visuals Director at Harper's BAZAAR. She is a graduate of the School of Visual Arts and has previously worked at Patrick McMullan Co. as well as completing internships at Martha Stewart Weddings, Vogue and CosmoGirl! Magazine. Jennifer covers royal, celeb and art content as well as overseeing all visual assets on BAZAAR.com. When she's not obsessing over the royals you can find her attempting to solve cold cases as an armchair detective, traveling and experimenting with new recipes.