Throughout her years as the Princess of Wales, Princess Diana and her fashion choices have become legendary. Not only elegant and sophisticated with her classic suits and iconic hats, she also had a rebellious and unique fashion sense that mesmerized the fashion world. Let’s take a look at the standout moments of Princess Diana and her journey to becoming a top fashion icon.
This wedding dress has become one of Diana’s most iconic pieces. The dress showcases the characteristic details of 80s fashion, such as lace trim on the sleeves and collar, and exaggerated puffed sleeves. The lace appliques on the dress are taken from Queen Mary’s wardrobe, and a blue bow is added as an accent at the waist.
The shoulder-padded suit designs with long skirts allowed her to exude an aristocratic style. Moreover, she had a collection of various hat styles. With her flowing hair and delicate facial features, Diana appeared feminine, gentle, and charming.
The princess made an impressive appearance in a white military-inspired suit when visiting the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in England. She accessorized the outfit with fashion accessories such as a mini handbag.Wearing a well-tailored suit with a unique artistic approach, Diana paired it with low-heeled kitty heel shoes, emphasized with a red accent, adding an interesting touch.
In November 1981, during the early stages of pregnancy, Princess Diana attended the Splendours of the Gonzaga exhibition wearing a chiffon Cinderella dress with delicate ruffled details.
In this iconic photo, she looks elegant and sophisticated in a black gown from the Victor Edelstein brand.
The princess skillfully paired her outfit with a statement pair of earrings adorned with green gemstones. This outfit was worn by Diana at the Cannes Film Festival in 1987.
The “Elvis” pearl-encrusted dress with a straight neckline, similar to the style of Elvis Presley, was worn by Diana at the 1989 British Fashion Awards. The solid shoulder padding, unique cutouts, and rows of pearls along the dress created a legendary moment.
Diana cleverly accessorized her outfit with a deeply-cut black mini dress at the Serpentine Gallery (London) exhibition in 1994. Fashion enthusiasts referred to it as the “Revenge Dress”.
Attending the Christie’s auction, she wore a bodycon dress with a deep neckline, which still maintained a discreet look with delicate floral patterns.
She wore a black sheepskin sweater to a polo match of Prince Charles, sparking curiosity about the significance it held in the Windsor dynasty.
Princess Diana was also known for her exceptional creativity in mixing, matching, and reusing fashion outfits in unique ways that everyone should learn from.