Season 4 (1980)
Netflix/Getty ImagesIn the early '80s, Lady Di was all about high collars. She often wore her blouses buttoned up to the neck, as seen in this perfectly-replicated look in season four.
Season 4 (1981)
Netflix/Getty ImagesThis iconic wardrobe piece—known as her "Balmoral sweater" after she was photographed wearing it at the Scottish estate—is classic Diana. Actress Emma Corrin wore a nearly-identical colorful jumper in season four.
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Season 4 (1981)
Netflix/Getty ImagesA pair of pale yellow overalls created another big style moment for the Princess in the '80s. While The Crown showed Diana wearing the look when she reconnected with Prince Charles, in real life she wore them after they were already together.
Season 4 (1981)
Netflix/Des Willie/Getty ImagesThese two outfits are so similar, it's hard to spot any differences at all. Diana bought the blue and white look she wore to her engagement announcement at Harrods department store.
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Season 4 (1981)
Des Willie + Netflix/GettyFor her wedding rehearsal, Diana wore a stylish floral frock. The Crown recreated the look to a T—from the high collar to the ruffled front closure.
Season 4 (1981)
Netflix/Des Willie/Getty ImagesThe wardrobe department tried to make Diana's iconic wedding dress look as similar to the real one as possible. Corrin told British Vogue the original designers, the Emanuels, even gave the show their patterns to help recreate the look.
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Season 4 (1981)
Netflix/Des Willie/Getty ImagesAnother early '80s trend Princess Di participated in: the Peter Pan collar. While the show's version is a bit pointier, both display the royal's elegant taste.
Season 4 (1981)
Netflix/Des Willie/Getty ImagesWhile a little different—a.k.a. more glitter and bigger accessories—it's clear this red dress from the show was inspired by the one Di wore to a charity gala at London's Royal Opera House.
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Season 4 (1981)
Netflix/Getty ImagesMany of Diana's most memorable outfits feature plaid. Although different colors, these two button-down, high-neck tartan dresses have a similar style.
Season 4 (1983)
Netflix/Getty ImagesLady Di's pink Donald Campbell dress and John Boyd hat resulted in one of her most iconic looks from her and Prince Charles's 1983 Australian tour. The show opted for black polka dots instead of white.
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Season 4 (1983)
Netflix/Getty ImagesWhen the royal couple traveled to Australia's Ayers Rock in 1983—both in the show and real life—they wore light fabrics and neutral colors.
Season 4 (1983)
Netflix/Des Willie/Getty ImagesOnce again, the royal wore a Donald Campbell dress and John Boyd hat to an engagement on her Australian tour. This time, it was a belted blue and white number—which Corrin wore sans hat.
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Season 4 (1983)
Netflix/Getty ImagesPrincess Diana famously sported a large white collar, while playing with a baby Prince William during a photo op in Australia. The Crown got every detail of this look correct, right down to her accessories.
Season 4 (1983)
Netflix/Getty ImagesWhat's a trip to Australia without hitting the beach? Later during the same tour, Diana wore a sunny yellow dress to the Central Coast Surf Carnival at Terrigal Beach, where she met some lifeguards.
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Season 4 (1983)
Netflix/Des Willie/Getty ImagesPrincess Diana wore a chic blue ensemble to meet New Zealand's then-Prime Minister Bob Hawke. The look was one of the most identical recreations in all of season 4.
Season 4 (1983)
Netflix/Getty ImagesAnother fashion moment fans might instantly recognize is this teal ruffled ball gown. Fun fact: The Crown showed Diana wear the look in Australia, but the real Princess wore it in Canada.
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Season 4 (1985)
Netflix/Getty ImagesThe royal—and Corrin, for that matter—stayed warm in the '80s in a trendy forest green Barbour jacket.
Season 4 (1985)
Netflix/Getty ImagesThe Crown couldn't introduce Princess Diana without showcasing the one-of-a-kind Spencer Tiara. After all, the royal wore it to many occasions over the years.
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Season 4 (1986)
Netflix/Des Willie/Getty ImagesThe similarities between these pink outfits are nothing short of stunning. To this day, these gingham pants and matching sweater remain one of Diana's most unforgettable looks.
Season 4 (1987)
Netflix/Ollie Upton/Getty ImagesWhile not exact by any means, it's clear this season four style was inspired by the Catherine Walker gown Diana wore to the Cannes Film Festival in 1987. The strapless dress and matching scarf are unmistakeable.
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