In the world of high-stakes fashion auctions, Princess Diana continues to reign supreme, captivating enthusiasts with her iconic style and sartorial choices. A recent highlight at Julien’s Auctions, the Catherine Walker Black Dress worn by the beloved Princess fetched an astonishing $325,000, tripling its initial estimated value and solidifying Diana’s status as a fashion icon.
Draped in elegance, this black silk velvet cocktail dress by Catherine Walker showcases Diana’s impeccable taste. Adorned with ivory satin accents, the garment features clean lines, an off-the-shoulder neckline, and a princess-seamed bodice with a boned interior bustier, all culminating in a knee-length hem. The dress, worn by Diana to a private event, encapsulates the timeless allure of her wardrobe.
The auction, part of Julien’s ‘Unstoppable: Signature Styles of Iconic Women in Fashion’ event, marked yet another triumph for Princess Diana’s fashion legacy. Surpassing expectations, the dress exceeded its forecasted value, echoing the sentiment that Diana’s fashion choices are not just collectibles but cherished artifacts of her enduring influence.
This recent success follows a trend of escalating prices for Princess Diana’s wardrobe at auctions. In December 2023, a gown worn by Diana in 1985, designed by Jacques Azagury, shattered records by selling for an astonishing $1.14 million – a staggering 11 times its original estimate. Julien’s Auctions, renowned for handling the most valuable pieces worn by Princess Diana, proudly holds the record for the highest-priced dress associated with the iconic royal.
The ‘Unstoppable’ event also showcased timeless pieces from other influential women in fashion, including Elizabeth Taylor, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Princess Grace of Monaco. Among the notable sales, Carrie Bradshaw’s iconic pink tutu from the opening credits of ‘Sex and the City’ found a new home for a respectable $52,000.
As the allure of Princess Diana’s fashion remains undiminished, each auction becomes a celebration of her enduring legacy, proving that her style is not just a memory but an investment in the timeless magic of sartorial elegance.
