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Princess Diana's Iconic 1996 Met Gala Dress Revealed in New Docuseries

Designer John Galliano shares insights on Diana's bold alterations and her refusal to wear pink.

  • Princess Diana attended the Met Gala in December 1996, her only appearance at the event.
  • She wore a navy blue slip dress designed by John Galliano, who had just become the head designer at Dior.
  • Diana made a last-minute decision to remove the corset from the dress, which Galliano described as a liberating move.
  • The dress was part of a tribute to Christian Dior and featured black lace detailing and a matching silk robe.
  • Diana's appearance at the Met Gala came just months after her divorce from then-Prince Charles was finalized.
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