Princess Diana was a muse in the fashion industry for the better part of two decades in the 1980’s/1990’s. That was more than enough for her to be considered a fashion icon to this day.
Miss Diana’s relaxed, effortless fashion embodied what would become key components of the 90’s. To me, her iconic looks are very Americana. Americana with a preppy twist, rather than a western emphasis.
AMERICANA STYLE- Categorized by blue jeans (boot cut typically), boots, and button ups. Ralph Lauren’s personal style is quintessential Americana.
If Ralph’s personal style and his brands preppy elements had a baby, it would be Princess Diana.
I mean come on!
POP CULTURE
Now where does Hailey Bieber come into play?
In 2019 she posed for Vogue Paris, shot by Gregory Harris, and styled by Virginie Benarroch.
The shoot was an homage to Princess Diana’s iconic “off duty” looks. Hailey Bieber is a master of sporty chic, perfect for emulating the Princess. I am not sure if this shoot influenced her (Hailey’s) personal style or if her personal style influenced this shoot. My guess is a bit of both!
Sporty Chic Diana
Sporty Chic Hailey
Hailey reinvigorated the publics love for Princess Diana’s fashion. “Off duty model” looks were trending, and everyone wanted to emulate that effortlessly chic look.
Building Your Sporty Chic Look
The Crew Neck
Amazon $41
Nike $54
Amazon $34
A mock neck or turtle neck crew neck is a great way to elevate your look.
Vintage designs and college crew necks are perfect for this trend.
The Sneakers
Find vintage, or vintage looking, sneakers and pair them with tall socks. Hailey and Diana typically went for white socks, and white sneakers.
AIR MONARCHS $80
New Balance 530 $89
Amazon $13
I have has great luck buying sneakers on DEPOP. Typically there are amazing vintage options for a great price, something worth checking out if you haven’t yet!
The Bikers
Alo $64
Lululemon $64
The Sunnies
Look for chic, small framed, circular glasses.
Amazon $11
Le Specs from Revolve $69
Amazon $10
Now Put It All Together!
Preppy Americana
Step one is clearly going to be getting a blazer/sport coat. She typically rocked shoulder pads, but these days you could go either way.
That makes step two a solid pair of denim jeans. Go for brands like Levis and Wrangler that have a classic, vintage, feel to them.
The Blazer
Occasionally thrift stores will have a good blazer too!
Bergdorf Goodman $95
Pretty Little Thing $29
For underneath the blazer try a: vintage crew neck, t-shirt, or collared button up.
The Jeans
Levis $98
Wrangler $50
The Boots
Step Three!
Princess Diana favored a brown boot, typically with a pointed toe and a short heel. Look for a boot that hits at mid calf.
Frye Veronica $219
Steve Madden $129
Accessories
The princess loves to rock a baseball cap, sun glasses, and a leather belt! Subtle touches like this will help to pull your whole look together.
PacSun $15
Levis From Amazon $25
Hailey pictured with Princess Diana accessories and crew neck, all that’s missing is the denim!
Princess Diana has been photographed on multiple occasions holding her beloved bamboo handle Gucci bag. This bag got a modern revamp in 2021, the bamboo handle still being a stable for Gucci today.
Here are some dupes!
Amason $50
Fossil $295
Still not cheap, but a lot better than 3,000!
Now Put It All Together!
I hope you enjoyed reading about an absolute fashion icon, and how her style still influences women today! Take whatsfresh.blog on instagram if you recreate any of these looks!
