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Sun Sweep was the name given to a hairstyle. Princess Leia Organa was known to have worn her hair in this style.[1]

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Hairstyles from Kenner's Leia large-size action figure package

Hairstyles from Kenner's Leia large-size action figure package

The term "Sun Sweep" comes from the packaging and instructions from Kenner's large-sized Leia action figure, which included a brush and comb and encouraged children to style her hair in various looks. They mention four other hairstyles: Star Puffs (her famous hairstyle from Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope), Star Burst, Star Swirl, and Lunar Loops.[1]

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