Diana’s Dresses Dazzle at MoPOP: A Royal Fashion Exhibit Like No Other
MoPOP’s latest exhibition brings Princess Diana’s iconic wardrobe stateside in a dazzling display of style, symbolism, and legacy.
Seattle just got royally fabulous. The Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) is now hosting Princess Diana’s Style: A Royal Collection, an exclusive U.S. exhibition showcasing twelve of the late Princess’s most iconic garments. Curated in partnership with Julien’s Auctions, this exhibit isn’t just fashion—it’s history draped in silk, sequins, and undeniable significance.
From jaw-dropping evening gowns to sharply tailored suits, the displayed pieces represent Diana’s evolution from a shy nursery school teacher to the most photographed woman in the world. Highlights include a deep aubergine velvet evening dress by Victor Edelstein (yes, that dress from the White House dance with John Travolta), a bold-shouldered Murray Arbeid gown that screams ‘80s glam, and a timeless day suit by Catherine Walker—Diana’s go-to designer for refined royal chic.
Each outfit is displayed with the context it deserves: where she wore it, what it meant at the time, and how it helped shape her public image. These aren’t just pretty frocks. They’re political statements, acts of soft rebellion, and tender connections to a woman who used fashion as both armor and art.
The exhibit runs through tomorrow, May 13, 2025, giving visitors a limited window to experience this royal retrospective before the garments head to the auction block. Yes, each of these stunning ensembles will be available to bid on through Julien’s Auctions later this year—so if you’ve got a princess-sized space in your closet (and a kingdom’s worth of cash), this might be your once-in-a-lifetime chance.
Diana’s fashion wasn’t just elegant—it was intentional. Princess Diana’s Style honors that legacy with the reverence, glitz, and pop culture sparkle she continues to inspire.
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