Recreate Princess Diana Biker Shorts and Sweatshirts Outfits

November 1995

diana biker shorts outfit
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The Princess of Wales wore her Virgin Atlantic sweatshirt on multiple occasions. Diana’s trainer once noted that she kept re-wearing the crewneck to decrease the value of paparazzi shots. Jenni Rivett recalled, “I remember one of her strategies was that she was going to wear the same Virgin sweatshirt every single session.”

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Fly Atlantic Princess Diana Sweatshirt

Fly Atlantic Princess Diana Sweatshirt

An Etsy shop is selling a recreation of Diana’s Virgin Atlantic sweatshirt, which she wore several times throughout her life. The actual sweatshirt was even auctioned off in 2019 for a hefty price, of course.

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Old Navy High-Waisted Biker Shorts

High-Waisted Biker Shorts

Although a navy sweatshirt and orange biker shorts are not the most intuitive combination, the Princess of Wales illustrates that the two colors work even better together.

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Women’s 6-Pair Comfort Toe Seam Crew Socks

Women's 6-Pair Comfort Toe Seam Crew Socks

It’s not a Princess Diana spandex short outfit without a pair of white crew socks.

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Reebok x Anine Bing Freestyle Hi Shoes

Freestyle Hi Shoes

Diana’s off-duty style was so iconic, it’s still inspiring designers today. When Anine Bing teamed up with Reebok to craft a new 2024 collection, her team instantly thought to f the princess. “Of course the images of Princess Diana walking the streets in her biker shorts and oversized crewnecks were on our creative mood board—I think the collection really embodies her off-duty ease and approach to style that is so timeless.”

See the full collection here.

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August 1997

diana, princess of wales, jogs along the high street to her car after attending the gym she said nothing to reporters about her friendship with dodi fayed photo by tony harris pa imagespa images via getty images
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This is perhaps the most famous of the casual “Diana outfits.” The Princess rewore her Harvard sweatshirt multiple times, usually paired with black spandex shorts and small circular glasses.

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New York Fashion Police Harvard University Sweatshirt

Harvard University Sweatshirt

Diana wore her sweatshirts baggy, often reaching mid-thigh. Make sure to size up for the same effortless look.

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Alo Yoga High-Waist Biker Short – Black

High-Waist Biker Short - Black

The Alo Yoga biker shorts are beloved for a reason. You’ll certainly get a lot of wear out of this pair, whether you’re recreating a Diana look or simply slipping them on for exercising.

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Ray-Ban Oval Flat Lenses

Oval Flat Lenses

Ray-Ban (a long-time royal family favorite brand) offers a modernized version of Diana’s oval glasses. We love this green and gold iteration.

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1996

diana northwestern sweatshirt
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Continuing her penchant for collegiate sweatshirts, Diana represented another American university, sporting a Northwestern sweatshirt and white shorts. Adding some luxury, Diana accessorized with a Gucci tote.

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Campus Colors Northwestern Wildcats Crew Neck Sweatshirt

Northwestern Wildcats Crew Neck Sweatshirt

A large, purple Northwestern sweatshirt is the key component of this look. Find a near identical version here.

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Lululemon Align High-Rise Short

Align High-Rise Short

When shopping for white spandex shorts, quality is key (you don’t want any sheerness issues). Lululemon’s Align shorts are sure to provide opacity.

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Gucci Diana medium tote bag

Gucci Diana medium tote bag

Named for the princess herself, the Gucci Diana tote is a classic and will pair just as nicely with workwear as it does with athleisure.

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October 1994

Princess Diana
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Though Diana was, of course, British, she seemed to enjoy the novelty of Americana-themed outfits, wearing American flag-adorned garments on multiple occasions.

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Anna-Kaci Casual American Flag Pullover Sweater

Casual American Flag Pullover Sweater

Diana proved that flag-themed apparel is not just for July 4th.

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Athleta Ultra High Rise Elation 7″ Short

Ultra High Rise Elation 7" Short

Athleta’s biker shorts are often lauded for being both comfortable and flattering. A navy pair will complete your Diana-inspired look.

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New Balance Balance_550

Balance_550

Like in her other ensembles, Diana paired this outfit with chunky white sneakers and white crew socks.

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Cuyana Classic Structured Leather Tote

Classic Structured Leather Tote

Though we’re not exactly sure what a princess needs to carry, Diana brought along the most versatile handbag option—a classic black tote. (We love this version from editor- and Meghan Markle-favorite brand Cuyana)

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April 1997

Diana at the Chelsea Harbor
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Yet another USA item, Diana was not afraid to represent the nation across the pond.

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Dressmine USA Long Sleeve Sweatshirt

USA Long Sleeve Sweatshirt

This crewneck sweatshirt is almost identical to Diana’s. Size up to truly get that Princess Di oversized feel.

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