Diana is back with us once again – and not just in The Crown. Her unique style is all over the catwalk (and the high street) as fashion houses release their new collections

Diana’s fashion sense never went out of style and now her distinctive look has inspired a new generation of designers and their autumn-winter 2023 collections.

This is especially true of French brand Jacquemus, whose new collection pays tribute to Diana through a modern lens.

A series of models at the Jacquemus wore replicas of Diana’s famous pearl choker, puffball skirts and Mary-Jane pumps.

Diana’s ability to combine tailored blazers with athleisure, tartan on many occasions and oversized ruffles has been echoed by other designers throughout the new season.

With Elizabeth Debicki set to play Diana in the next series of The Crown, her royal fashion sense has been brought to the front row once again.

Houndstooth print

Printed and statement blazers were as big in Princess Diana’s wardrobe as they are now in Kate Middleton’s.

For example, in November 1987 she wore an Alistair Blair jacket during a trip to Munich.

Chocheng has mirrored the statement piece, from the striking monochrome pattern to the contrasting velvet lapels.

Simple divorces

The styling of these casual pieces at Valentino was a nod to Diana’s bold ’90s combination of jeans and a crisp white shirt.

During a visit to Bosnia in 1997, Diana turned to her favorite approach to relaxed, luxurious wardrobe essentials. More than ten years later, the look on the catwalk seems just as timeless.

Custom made trench

In the fall, Diana would turn to her collection of stylish outerwear.

For example, when she visited Wales in October 1987, she wore her trench coat tight for a beautiful silhouette.

At Alexander McQueen, this trench coat is just as tailor-made and could easily have been spotted in Diana’s wardrobe.

Heritage controls

In the ’80s, checks were big, and Diana wore them with confidence. At Akris they combined this checked trouser suit with an all-over print, like Diana did when she wore Glen Plaid at the Burghley Horse Trials in September 1989.

Red tartan

Diana made a bold choice during a trip to Wales in 1992, dressing in a red checked suit.

Following her look, Antonio Marras created a look that paired the same structured blazer and sleek pencil skirt for a regal take on the skirt suit.

Oversized blazer

Bold, structured blazers were a mainstay of Diana’s wardrobe, especially in the ’90s.

The somewhat masculine style with shoulder pads is round. At the Altuzarra show, the colors and oversized silhouette were the same, but presented as part of a completely blue ensemble.

Lace details

Diana’s silky navy blue Dior slip dress, one of John Galliano’s first creations for the house, is one of her most memorable looks.

She wore it to the Met Gala in 1996.

Zimmermann opted for similarly intricate lace and a navy blue color scheme for this red carpet dress, proving that underwear can still be worn as outerwear.