25 years have passed since the death of British Princess Diana. But even today the ripples created by Diana have not been contained. Diana is still a hot topic of discussion, including in the fashion world. Even current members of the royal family compete with Diana’s fashion choices of the day. Now Diana is in the news again. The gown she wore in the last photoshoot is making Diana the talk of the town again.
Diana wore a deep purple silk velvet dress in the last photo shoot. This ball gown was designed by British designer Victor Edelstein. The news of this dress being auctioned is making waves in the fashion world.
Diana posed for a 1991 portrait wearing this gown, part of Victor’s Fall 1989 collection. Diana also dazzled in this dress in a 1997 Vanity Fair photo shoot. This was Diana’s last photo shoot before she died in a car fire.
Sotheby’s auction house is organizing the auction on January 27. Organizers expect the gown to sell for between Rs 65 lakh and Rs 97 lakh. Christina Walker, Sotheby’s Global Director, said: “Diana’s timeless beauty and majesty are reflected in this dress.” The fashion world is eagerly watching the auction. Diana’s fans are watching to see if the organizers will miss out on the dress auction.
Content Summary: Princess Diana’s ‘Iconic Gown’ is going up for Auction