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Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Queen Elizabeth's 'Enduring Fashion Legacy' to Be Celebrated with Largest-Ever Exhibition of Her Outfits
NEED TO KNOW The largest-ever collection of the late Queen Elizabeth's iconic outfits is going on show Around 200 dresses and accessories will be exhibited from spring 2026 as part of the celebration of what would have been the late monarch's 100th birthday The show, at the King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, will include her wedding and coronation gownsQueen Elizabeth's fashion choices and iconic royal outfits are set to be celebrated. The largest-ever collection of her outfits, including her iconic wedding and coronation dresses, are set to be put on show in 2026. Charting the late queen's life through fashion, the exhibition will feature around 200 outfits (about half of which have never been on show), including dresses from her childhood and those by royal couturier Norman Hartnell, who was so closely associated with her in the first decades of her record-breaking 70-year reign. Elizabeth, who died at age 96 in September 2022, accumulated an unrivaled archive of outfits from formal wear to casual clothes, handbags, and accessories. They are seen as the most important surviving collection of the ten decades of her life. The treasure trove will be shown alongside design sketches, fabric samples, and handwritten correspondence, offering a behind-the-scenes insight into dressing the most famous woman in the world. It is being held at the King's Gallery, Buckingham Palace, from spring 2026, opening in tandem with what would have been her 100th birthday in April 2026. The dates and more details (and how to buy tickets) will be revealed in November 2025, the Royal Collection Trust, which is hosting the exhibition, says. Caroline de Guitaut, the curator of the landmark exhibition, said in a statement on July 21, "Over the course of Queen Elizabeth II's remarkably long reign, her distinctive style became instantly recognisable around the world, bolstering the British fashion industry and influencing generations of designers and couturiers." "Only now, as the late queen's fashion archive comes under the care of Royal Collection Trust, can we tell the story of a lifetime of thoughtful style choices — from her hands-on role and understanding of the soft power behind her clothing, to the exceptional craftsmanship behind each garment. In the year that she would have turned 100 years old, this exhibition will be a celebration of Queen Elizabeth's uniquely British style and her enduring fashion legacy." The show will be accompanied by a book, Queen Elizabeth II: Fashion and Style, written by de Guitaut, who is Surveyor of The King's Works of Art, and featuring contributions by fashion experts and designers, who will assess Elizabeth's style impact and her role in promoting British fashion. Organizers at the Royal Collection Trust say that it will tell the story of the influence of Hartnell (who created the gown for her wedding to Prince Philip in 1947 and her coronation dress in 1953) in the first decades of her record-breaking reign, and also illustrate how evening wear was a vital part of her wardrobe. That will be told via dresses such as those by Hardy Amies and the vibrant prints of Ian Thomas. It will also underscore how the late queen used colors and emblems in her fashion choices to pay tribute to overseas countries she was visiting — with a Hartnell gown for a state banquet in Karachi, Pakistan, in 196,1, incorporating that country's colors for instance. Can't get enough of PEOPLE's Royals coverage? to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! The show will also explore how Elizabeth's off-duty wear of headscarves, riding jackets, and tartan skirts, seen during summer breaks in Balmoral, Scotland, summed up her practical style. It was at her beloved Balmoral Castle that the queen died on Sept. 8, 2022, two days after she had carried out her most important constitutional role — formally appointing the incoming British prime minister, Liz Truss. Truss was her 15th prime minister in a record-breaking reign, and the meeting was accompanied by a now-historic image of her standing in front of the fireplace at the castle in what was the last official photograph of her. Read the original article on People
Asharq Al-Awsat
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
‘Largest Princess Diana Auction' Features Frocks, Hats and Bags
From colorful frocks and hats to handbags and shoes, items belonging to the late Princess Diana go under the hammer this month in what Julien's Auctions says is the largest collection of her fashion to go to auction. The live and online "Princess Diana's Style & A Royal Collection" sale will take place on June 26 at The Peninsula Beverly Hills, offering an array of fashion items Diana wore, according to Reuters. 'This is the largest Princess Diana auction because we have over 100 items from her amazing life and career keeping in mind Diana herself sold over 70 of her dresses back in 1997 to raise money for her charity,' Martin Nolan, executive director and co-founder of Julien's Auctions, told Reuters on Monday. He was speaking at the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge in Ireland during a pre-sale exhibition. Among the highlights is a 1988 silk floral dress by Bellville Sassoon, dubbed the "caring dress" because Diana wore it several times on hospital visits, with a price estimate of $200,000-$300,000. A cream silk embroidered evening gown Catherine Walker designed for Diana's 1986 Gulf tour has a similar price tag, while a Bruce Oldfield two-piece yellow floral ensemble she wore for Royal Ascot in 1987 is estimated at $100,000-$200,000. Other sale items include a Dior handbag gifted to her by former French first lady Bernadette Chirac in 1995, a sketch of Diana's 1981 wedding dress with tulle fabric cut-offs from when she married then Prince Charles in 1981 and a peach hat she wore for her honeymoon send-off. The auction also includes pieces belonging to other British royals including the late Queen Elizabeth II and the queen mother. Nolan said Julien's Auctions had previously sold a dress belonging to Diana for $1.14 million. "People do consider these items as an asset class now, because if people own these items today, chances are in years to come they will sell them for more than what they pay for (at) auction," he said.
Reuters
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Reuters
'Largest Princess Diana auction' features frocks, hats and bags
NEWBRIDGE, Ireland, June 9 (Reuters) - From colourful frocks and hats to handbags and shoes, items belonging to the late Princess Diana go under the hammer this month in what Julien's Auctions says is the largest collection of her fashion to go to auction. The live and online "Princess Diana's Style & A Royal Collection" sale will take place on June 26 at The Peninsula Beverly Hills, offering an array of fashion items Diana wore. "This is the largest Princess Diana auction because we have over 100 items from her amazing life and in mind Diana over 70 of her in 1997 to raise money for her charity," Martin Nolan, executive director and co-founder of Julien's Auctions, told Reuters on Monday. He was speaking at the Museum of Style Icons in Newbridge in Ireland during a pre-sale exhibition. Among the highlights is a 1988 silk floral dress by Bellville Sassoon, dubbed the "caring dress" because Diana wore it several times on hospital visits, with a price estimate of $200,000-$300,000. A cream silk embroidered evening gown Catherine Walker designed for Diana's 1986 Gulf tour has a similar price tag, while a Bruce Oldfield two-piece yellow floral ensemble she wore for Royal Ascot in 1987 is estimated at $100,000-$200,000. Other sale items include a Dior handbag gifted to her by former French first lady Bernadette Chirac in 1995, a sketch of Diana's 1981 wedding dress with tulle fabric cut-offs from when she married then Prince Charles in 1981 and a peach hat she wore for her honeymoon send-off. The auction also includes pieces belonging to other British royals including the late Queen Elizabeth II and the queen mother. Nolan said Julien's Auctions had previously sold a dress belonging to Diana for $1.14 million. "People do consider these items as an asset class now, because if people own these items today, chances are in years to come they will sell them for more than what they pay for (at) auction," he said. Part of the proceeds from the sale of Diana's items will go to charity Muscular Dystrophy UK. The pre-sale exhibition in Newbridge will run until June 17.
CBS News
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Princess Diana's "largest wardrobe auction": See which pieces will be up for sale
The "largest wardrobe auction" of clothes worn by Princess Diana is set to take place later this month. The auction, "Princess Diana's Style & A Royal Collection," will take place June 26 in Beverly Hills, California, and will feature over 200 garments and artifacts that showcase Diana's "enduring influence as a fashion icon and humanitarian," Julien's Auctions said. "This collection is not only the most comprehensive offering of her wardrobe ever presented, but also a tribute to her elegance, grace, glamour, and enduring spirit," said Martin Nolan, Julien's co-founder and executive director. "Each item is a window into a moment in history." The auction will also feature items once worn by the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Queen Elizabeth II, the Queen Mother and other members of the royal family, dating back to the 1800s. A portion of the money raised from the auction will go toward Muscular Dystrophy UK. Previous auctions from Diana's wardrobe broke records in 2023. A dress worn twice by Diana was auctioned off for over $1.1 million in Hollywood, and a royal sweater that Diana wore in 1981 to one of then-Prince Charles' polo matches during their engagement sold for $1.1 million. Here are some of the pieces that will be up for auction. Item of clothing is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to the Peninsula Hotel in Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images A Bruce Oldfield yellow floral ensemble was worn by Diana on June 17, 1987, at the Royal Ascot race. It has a potential selling price of $100,000 to $200,000. Item of clothing is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images A Bellville Sassoon floral day dress that was worn on numerous occasions from 1988 to 1992. It has a potential selling price of $200,000 to $300,000. A ski suit is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images This HEAD scarlet nylon ski suit was worn by Diana several times from 1985 to 1992. It has a potential selling price of $30,000 to $50,000. Item of clothing is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images This Catherine Walker falcon evening gown was worn by Diana for her 1986 tour of the Middle East. The auction house estimates it will sell for $200,000 to $300,000 Black sequin dress is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images An Emanuel black taffeta evening gown that Diana tried on during a fitting while she considered several options for her first official appearance after getting engaged in 1981. She ended up going with a strapless evening gown, also from Emanuel. It has a potential selling price of $20,000 to $40,000. A John Boyd hat is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images This John Boyd peach pink straw archer style hat was worn by Diana for her honeymoon send-off in 1981 and then again in Canberra, Australia, for a public appearance two years later. It's predicted to go for $20,000 to $40,000. Item of clothing is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images This three-piece Escada suit was worn by Diana for six public appearances between 1988 and 1992. It has a potential selling price of $30,000 to $50,000. Item of clothing is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images A Jacqueline Mills calico dress toile worn by Diana in 1985. It has a potential selling price of $6,000 to $8,000 Various shoes and handbags are displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images Various shoes and handbags of Diana's are also up for auction. Item of clothing is displayed ahead of the largest collection of Diana, Princess of Wales clothing to be auctioned at the Peninsula London on June 3 in London, England. The collection will move to Peninsula Hotel Beverley Hills for auction. Getty Images Diana was seen wearing this 1995 New York Catherine Walker coat dress as she was leaving the Carlyle Hotel in New York on Jan. 31, 1995. It has a potential selling price of $30,000 to $50,000.
