A royal and humanitarian, Princess Diana’s legacy extends far beyond her wardrobe yet our fascination with her clothes shows no sign of slowing down.
From the polka dot smock dress she wore on the steps of the Lindo Wing with newborn Prince Harry to the so-called ‘revenge dress’ she wore the same evening Prince Charles confessed to his adultery with Camilla, Diana’s looks were among the most scrutinised of her time.
Even today, the young royal’s sartorial influence is still felt, with many of her iconic looks serving as inspiration for contemporary designers.
So much so, that Off-White’s spring/summer 2018 collection directly referenced a number of Diana’s most famous ensembles, with models wearing everything from cycling shorts with blazers to pastel suits and power shoulders.
The Duchess of Sussex and Duchess of Cambridge often pay tribute to Diana’s wardrobe in subtle ways too.
In 2018, Kate Middleton left St Mary’s Hospital with newborn Prince Louis wearing a red dress with a white lace collar – a strikingly similar look to the one sported by Diana when she left the same hospital in 1984.
Meghan Markle has also made several references to Diana, including during a visit to Birkenhead in January 2019 when she wore a vibrant red and purple ensemble similar to one worn by the princess in 1989.
Click through our gallery to see our roundup of Princess Diana’s best looks.
