Having introduced us to the likes – and wardrobes – of Princess Margaret, Princess Anne and The Queen in the first three series, Netflix’s mega hit The Crown wasn’t exactly been short of major fashion moments. But when series four landed, those with a fondness for sartorial excellence were among the first on the sofa as we welcomed the eagerly-anticipated arrival of Princess Diana to the storyline.
Played by Emma Corrin in series four and Elizabeth Debicki in series five, this was one character that the wardrobe department couldn’t afford want to get wrong. Luckily – spoiler alert, for anyone a couple of seasons behind – they didn’t.
Now, with the sixth and final series having just launched, fashion fans have been looking forward to another dose of the royal’s most memorable fashion moments as Elizabeth Debicki continues on in the role of the beloved Princess of Wales.
Whether you were around to remember Lady Diana Spencer from your younger years or have merely heard, read and watched countless tales of hers, you’re likely familiar with the idea that she is now widely-considered quite the style icon.
Whether she was considered as such in her day is a hotly-debated topic, but as some of her favourite trends of the eighties in particular frequently fall back into mainstream trends there’s no doubt that several of her looks have been pinned as inspo onto endless mood boards of late.
But how well is The Crown going to do in the wardrobe department when it comes to the people’s Princess this season? Scroll down for a sneak peek that should answer that question…
1. The RL shirt and jeans
In August 1997, during a visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina – as part of her campaign to raise awareness about the devastating effects of landmines – the Princess of Wales stuck with her new signature style; a crisp shirt and high-waisted trousers. Giving the look a more relaxed, off-duty spin, this look saw a pink Ralph Lauren shirt take centre stage while her more formal trousers were switched out for her favourite straight-leg black jeans.