Diana, Queen of Style

Admired not only for her role as a princess but also as a leader in fashion, Diana's sense of style captivated the media and the public during her short life. Women all over the world took their fashion cues from the Princess of Wales and followed her metamorphosis from awkward teenager to glamorous international fashion icon.Aware of the impression her fashion choices made, Diana quickly and deftly made the leap from dressing for herself to dressing for the media. After the birth of her second son, Harry, she took on more sophisticated styles and chose designers she felt understood her, including Catherine Walker, Victor Edelstein, and Bruce Oldfield. Later, after her separation from Prince Charles, she gained confidence and turned to a wider range of designers, such as Moschino, Chanel, Versace, and Stambolian. Shorter hemlines and brighter colors, along with a more modern hairstyle, reflected her increased confidence.Stunningly illustrated with more than two hundred photographs and original drawings of designs-some bearing the princess's own handwritten comments-- Diana: Queen of Style features interviews with Diana's favorite designers and advisors, and celebrates her most important outfits, along with her hairstyles, accessories, and the stylish touches that became her trademarks. Containing rare insights into how Diana chose her outfits, and what it was like for top designers to have the princess as a client, this unique volume is a tribute to the Queen of Style and a perfect pick for any fashion-conscious fan.