Princess Diana was the queen of hearts, and at the same time, the empress of style. From the moment she walked down the aisle in the highest publicized TV event of the 20th century, she was sensational in everything she did. Dee smote us with her sensuality, smile, and elegance. She embodied the image of a fairytale princess each girl dreamt of becoming. And although her life wasn’t as perfect as we could’ve imagined it to be, this princess image was beyond flawless. Of course, who can forget her “revenge LBD” and her choice of exquisite evening gown? And what about the jaw-dropping engagement ring and pearl choker? Lucky Kate Middleton has inherited some of the gorgeous Princess of Wales jewellery. And if you fancy these royal jewels, you can find similar pieces inspired by Kate Middleton’s bling.
In this blog, you’ll find a treasure of jewels inspired by the Princess of Wales collection such as this gorgeous sterling silver ring which I bought from AliExpress for less than $32.00CAN.
Diamond & Pearls earrings
Princess Diana wore these diamond and pearl earrings on many occasions. Dutchess Kate Middleton debuted the stunning set in 2019 at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. And here’s the thing, with pearls becoming a major trend to watch for in 2022, you want to elevate your style by introducing these earrings. Here are 6 different diamond and pearls earrings that embody royal elegance.
Princess of Wales pearls & sapphire choker necklace
This is the most iconic piece of jewellery the princess wore on numerous events such as the Met Gala in 1996, and on her famous visit to the White House in 1984 where she danced with President Reagan and John Travolta. Princess Diana received this necklace as a wedding gift from the Queen Mother. We haven’t seen this gorgeous necklace in public in 25 years and believe Kate Middleton might surprise us one day by wearing it to a significant event!
Here is a selection of hand-made pearl and sapphire choker necklaces that resemble Diana’s!
Kate Middleton inherited Diana’s Engagement Ring
The ring features an impressive 12-carat centre sapphire stone surrounded by 14 round diamonds. And do you know that Princess Di chose the ring from the designer Garrard’s existing catalog instead of opting for a one-of-a-kind design as per royal custom? That stirred some royal drama. Apparently, it didn’t please the Queen that the ring was a stockpile. How could a royal figure wear a piece that any commoner can pick?! Oh well, a mother-in-law can say whatever she wants. At the end of the day, it is the bride that chooses her ring and dress (wink).
The Saudi Sapphire Set
The Saudi royal family presented the necklace, which is part of a jewellery set, as a wedding gift to Diana. So far, we haven’t seen this set on Kate Middleton or Meghan Merkle but some speculate it may have been restyled by Kate. If you fancy this set, which would be the talk of the town at the next soiree event, this replica is available at Etsy.
Sapphire Earrings
You may have observed that sapphire is a common gem in Princess Diana’s collection. She always loved this gem as it reminded her of her mother’s ring and it matched the color of her eyes. Sapphire is associated with royalty and represents abundance and protects against negative energy. Kate Middleton is fortunate to wear some of the most exquisite royal jewellery, including Diana’s.
Acquamarine Ring
Aquamarine is rare in nature, especially in flawless color. The ring is part of a set Princess Diana debuted after her divorce and some assume it replaced her engagement ring. Aquamarine is a refreshing rock that instills a sense of relaxation and peace. I particularly love the light blue color of this gem which captures the eyes of any jewelry admirer. Since Kate inherited Diana’s engagement ring, the Acquamarine ring has been spotted on Megan in recent times.
Butterfly earrings
Megan Markle wore the earrings on her royal visit to Australia in 2018. Princess Diana debuted the earrings and a matching necklace in 1985 for a Dinner at the Goldsmith’s Hall. She also wore the set in 1985 on her royal tour of Canada. After the Princess’ death, the suite was inherited by William and Harry. You can buy similar earrings as gifts for moms, brides and little girls.
Three-strand pearl bracelet
Kate Middleton wore the three-strand pearl bracelet on a number of occasions including the 2021 G7 Summit reception in the UK. And most recently at Remembrance Day. Besides sapphires, Di was an admirer of pearls and incorporated them in most of her jewellery pieces. She wore the bracelet while attending the opening ceremony for the Hong Kong Cultural Centre in Kowloon.
Summary
There’s no doubt that Kate Middleton has embraced Diana’s iconic styles over the years and inherited some of the coveted jewellery we’ve been accustomed to seeing on Diana. Now you can also enjoy wearing pieces inspired by royalty and feel like a princess, a dream many wish would come true!
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