Fashion icon: Princess Diana

Princess Diana captured the hearts of many as a loving mother, charitable volunteer and possibly one of the most stylish royals to date. Even now, twenty years after she tragically passed away, Diana’s fabulous fashion is being remembered through an exhibition at Kensington Palace_x000D_ _x000D_ Eleri Lynn, curator of the exhibition, said: _x000D_ _x000D_ “The exhibition showed how the princess was "growing in confidence throughout her life_x000D_ _x000D_ To celebrate, we’re taking a look back at some of our favourite outfits and trends from delightfully stylish Diana:_x000D_ _x000D_ LBD love_x000D_ _x000D_ Is there anything more iconic than this dress? Christina Stambolian created the gorgeous bateau-neck “Serpentine Cocktail for the princess in 1994._x000D_ _x000D_ It became so coveted that Diana auctioned it off along with a few other pieces from Christina’s collection in 1997. It managed to raise a fantastic six million pounds for AIDS and cancer charities._x000D_ _x000D_ We’re especially obsessed with the lightweight sash and thick diamond choker – a look that is still popular today._x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Screen Shot 2017-03-06 at 11.45.57

_x000D_ _x000D_ Shoulder pads a-go-go_x000D_ _x000D_ It’s the eighties. It’s gold and sparkly. What’s not to love?_x000D_ _x000D_ With this dress, designer Bruce Oldfield fully embraced the trends of 1985. He incorporated trademark shoulder pads as a beautiful contrast to the delicate body._x000D_ _x000D_ On styling the princess, Bruce said:_x000D_ _x000D_ “She was very involved… you'd have to be fast because she didn't have much patience.”_x000D_ _x000D_ Screen Shot 2017-03-06 at 11.48.09

_x000D_ _x000D_ Floral frenzy_x000D_ _x000D_ Diana was known for experimenting with trends and styles, which is why we love her classic nineties floral print dress by Catherine Walker. _x000D_ _x000D_ She wore this number to the Crocodile Dundee ll premiere. Plus we clocked her wearing that incredible choker again. A royal that recycles = perfect._x000D_ _x000D_ Screen Shot 2017-03-06 at 11.48.52

_x000D_ _x000D_ Beautiful beads_x000D_ _x000D_ She may have once been named “Shy Di’”, but over the years Diana became more confident with her shape and style, embracing daring cuts and necklines._x000D_ _x000D_ We love the beading details on this v-neck sky blue cocktail dress – another creation from Catherine Walker._x000D_ _x000D_ Screen Shot 2017-03-06 at 11.49.29

_x000D_ _x000D_ Effortless chic_x000D_ _x000D_ Diana’s knack for looking fabulous while remaining totally true to herself was one of her best style qualities._x000D_ _x000D_ Heavily pregnant + oversized pink shirt = a disaster, surely? Not for Diana. The princess looks perfect, incorporating rolled-up sleeves with a simple, pretty watch for a casual outing._x000D_ _x000D_ Screen Shot 2017-03-06 at 11.50.00

_x000D_ _x000D_ Elegant engagements_x000D_ _x000D_ In her 1981 engagement portrait by Lord Snowdon, the princess wore a pale pink Emanuel blouse._x000D_ _x000D_ The seemingly simplistic design paired with muted tones made her incredible 18-karat white gold ring stand out even more. (Not looking so bad yourself, Charles.)_x000D_ _x000D_ Screen Shot 2017-03-06 at 11.50.32