Effortlessly sophisticated and, for royalty, sometimes utterly daring: Birthday girl Princess Diana had a style all her own, and the public loved her for it.
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Much like Diana, The Duchess of Cambridge’s enviable fashion sensibilities have made her a style icon in her own right. From polka-dot prints to world-renowned wedding gowns, the likenesses between Prince William’s leading ladies is staggering. Case in point? These sartorially similar looks.
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Their Engagement Photos
Both ladies opted for royal blue to complement the £250,000 sapphire Garrard rings on their fingers.
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Their Weddings
Almost 30 years after 1 billion people tuned in to watch Diana marry Charles, 2 billion watched their son marry Kate Middleton.
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Their Post-Baby Appearances
In a touching nod to her late mother-in-law, Kate emulated Diana when she chose a polka-dot frock to present Prince George to the world in 2013.
By Kasey Rowe, Fashion Editor
