Much-loved royal crowned greatest female style icon of all time
This much-loved royal has inspired generations with her effortless fashion sense, from glamorous gowns and sharp tailoring to cycling shorts and oversized sweaters. She has been crowned the greatest female style icon of all time, beating the likes of Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Catherine, Princess of Wales and Beyoncé. Almost a third of Brits (32%) believe Princess Diana remains the ultimate benchmark for timeless fashion, according to new research.
TL;DR
- Princess Diana has been named the greatest female style icon of all time, according to new research.
- She topped the poll among Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers, with 32% of Brits considering her the ultimate benchmark for timeless fashion.
- Marilyn Monroe came in second place, followed by Audrey Hepburn and Catherine, Princess of Wales.
- Diana's iconic looks include her "revenge dress" and the "Travolta Dress", as well as her casual off-duty royal style.
- The research suggests that celebrities were more stylish in previous generations than they are today.
- David Beckham was crowned the greatest male style icon.