Princess Diana’s Stunning Cannes Film Festival Fashion & 14 More Red Carpet Looks

Cannes (1987)

Princess Diana’s stunning strapless gown at Cannes Film Festival in 1987 will always feel timeless.

The Princess of Wales attended the pretigious event with her then-husband, Charles, and wore the Catherine Walker pale blue while at a Gala night in honour of actor Sir Alec Guinness.

Cannes (1987)

Diana wore another Catherine Walker design to a daytime red carpet at the festival. She styled a double-breasted blazer over a striped puffball, knee-length dress.

Met Gala (1996)

At her one and only Met Gala, Princess Diana was absolutely glowing in an inky silk John Galliano for Dior slip dress with black lace details. The theme of the night was “Christian Dior.”

Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute Dinner Dance (1996)

After ending her relationship with then-Prince Charles, Diana’s fashion became more daring than was typical during her time in the royal family. 

This one-shoulder blue gown should her fashion-forward approach as she contunued to forge her own path outside of the royal fold. 

Royal Variety Performance (1981)

One of Princess Diana and Prince Charles’ early appearances as a married couple was Royal Variety Performance in November 1981, four months after their wedding. 

Diana’s chiffon gown wowed crowds but the most famous photo of the night is probably when the princess was pictured falling asleep during the show!

‘Swan Lake’ Performance (1989)

While still serving her royal duties, Princess Diana attended a performance of Swan Lake in this color-blocked, pink and white Catherine Walker gown.

Claridge’s Baquet (1989)

Catherine Walker was one of Diana’s most beloved designers before she left the royal family and nothing characterizes her traditional princess fashion more than this colorful gown.

‘When Harry Met Sally’ Premiere (1989)

Diana looked absolutely showstopping in this sparkling red gown from Bruce Oldfield when she attended the UK premiere of hit rom-com When Harry Met Sally.

‘The Hunt For Red October’ Premiere (1990)

Diana’s stunning satin green gown, created by her favorite designer Catherine Walker, was so memorable that Kate Middleton even channelled the same look 30 years later!

‘The Living Daylights’ Premiere (1987)

While attending the 1987 of James Bond movie, The Living Daylights, Diana enchanted crowds in this while ballgown with gold accents.

Christie’s Dress Auction (1997)

A newly-single Diana showed off her legs in this figure-hugging, knee-length dress at a charity auction back in 1997.

‘In Love & War’ Premiere (1997)

In another Catherine Walker look, Diana embraced a flattering, bias cut while strutting on the red carpet of yet another premiere.

The National Gallery of Art Party (1985)

Diana opted for a one-shoulder, sequin white gown while she and Charles were hosted at a party at The National Gallery of Art in Washington.

‘The Taming of the Strew’ Performance (1991)

Late in her marriage to Charles, Diana used fashion to rise above some of the issues in her personal life by putting on a strong display like in this black low cut evening dress while at the London Coliseum Theatre to see The Taming of the Strew.

‘When The Whales Came’ Premiere (1989)

One of Diana’s most show-stopping Catherine Walker gown has to be this strapless, floor-length dress in blue floral print.