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Her status as the “people’s princess” clearly displayed the widespread adoration she experienced daily.
As aforementioned, no one has used the title of Princess of Wales publicly since Diana Spencer.
Both looks feature a beautiful A-line silhouette, rich black material, and highly identifiable gold buttons.
Clearly, Catherine knew to pay close attention to Diana’s example as the Princess of Wales.
And, of course, Catherine channeled Diana’s iconic smile and cool-under-pressure confidence not an easy feat.
Onlinenoted at the time.
There are, of course, some more obvious differences between the two dresses.
As such, her gown included cap sleeve detailing and a full-length skirt, honoring the country’s specifications.
Nevertheless, the influence is apparent.
Charles, meanwhile, was not a fan.
I replied: ‘Yes, I am.’
And he said: ‘It’s black!
But only people in mourning wear black!'"
Clearly, she was not dissuaded by Charles’s aggressive opinion and wore the dress anyway.
Someone else who wasn’t impacted by Charles’s dated opinion?
The 1995 VJ Day Commemoration event is an example, CNN noted at the time.
Diana paired her look with a pillbox hat and equally charming black pumps featuring white stripe detailing.
This particular example is just too heartwarming.
Diana died in 1997, tragically leaving behind her two young boys and a world in mourning.
Magazine, Catherine wore a polka dot dress from designer Alessandra Rich for the portrait in question.
