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Get Ready, Fashionistas! Princess Di’s Iconic Wardrobe is Going Up for Auction!
A treasure trove of Princess Diana’s most iconic outfits is hitting the auction block later this month. Julien’s Auctions is hosting “Princess Diana’s Style & A Royal Collection” on June 26th in Beverly Hills. Over 200 garments and artifacts will be up for grabs, showcasing Diana’s timeless style and philanthropic spirit.
“This isn’t just the biggest collection of Diana’s clothes ever offered,” says Martin Nolan, Julien’s co-founder, “It’s a celebration of her elegance, grace, and enduring impact. Every piece tells a story.”
But it’s not just Diana’s dazzling dresses. The auction will also feature pieces worn by royalty spanning back to the 1800s, including items from the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Queen Elizabeth II, and the Queen Mother. And even better, some of the proceeds will benefit Muscular Dystrophy UK.
This auction follows hot on the heels of record-breaking sales of Diana’s wardrobe in 2023, including a dress that fetched over $1.1 million and a royal sweater from 1981 that sold for the same price.
Here’s a sneak peek at some of the star items:
- A Sunny Disposition: Diana’s yellow floral Bruce Oldfield ensemble, worn to the Royal Ascot in 1987 (estimated at $100,000 – $200,000).
- Floral Fantasy: A Bellville Sassoon floral day dress, a Diana favorite from 1988-1992 (estimated at $200,000 – $300,000).
- Slope Style: Diana’s scarlet HEAD ski suit, worn on the slopes from 1985-1992 (estimated at $30,000 – $50,000).
- Desert Bloom: The stunning Catherine Walker falcon evening gown from Diana’s 1986 Middle East tour (estimated at $200,000 – $300,000).
- Almost Iconic: The Emanuel black taffeta evening gown Diana tried on for her first official post-engagement appearance (she ultimately chose a different Emanuel gown). (Estimated at $20,000 – $40,000).
- Pretty in Pink: A John Boyd peach pink straw hat worn for Diana’s honeymoon send-off and a Canberra appearance (estimated at $20,000 – $40,000).
- Business Chic: A three-piece Escada suit worn by Diana for six public appearances between 1988 and 1992 (estimated at $30,000 – $50,000).
- A Touch of Calico: A Jacqueline Mills calico dress toile from 1985 (estimated at $6,000 – $8,000).
- Accessories Galore: A selection of Diana’s shoes and handbags.
- New York Minute: The 1995 Catherine Walker coat dress Diana wore leaving the Carlyle Hotel (estimated at $30,000 – $50,000).