If you're a fashion girl, you're probably familiar with the classic Lady Dior bag [1] and the signature Gancio clasp spotted on Salvatore Ferragamo Lady D chain-strap designs. But you might not have realized that these two creations were named after and popularized by the late Princess Diana [2].
While she collected an assortment of luxury handbags throughout the years, Diana's black quilted Dior satchel with gold hardware and her many Ferragamo crossbody pouches became iconic. Today, both brands still market these silhouettes with ties to the beloved royal. Read on to see Princess Diana wearing them [3], then shop the modernized versions.
Princess Diana Carrying Her Lady Dior Bag
In Argentina in 1995, styled with a pearl necklace and a sheath dress.
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1995, with kitten heels and a powder pink dress.
In England in 1996 at a children's charity event, popping out against a red contrast-panel blazer.
In Liverpool in 1995, styled with a marigold Versace suit.
Princess Diana Carrying Her Lady D Salvatore Ferragamo Bag
In Argentina in 1995, coordinated with neturals and a powder blue blazer.
In London in 1993, Princess Diana wore her kelly green version with a matching suit and shoes.
The Modern Lady Dior Bag
Lady Dior Bag in Pink Lambskin [5] (available in boutiques)
Mini Lady Dior bag in Gold-Tone Calfskin
Mini Lady Dior bag in Gold-Tone Calfskin [6] (available in boutiques)
Mini Lady Dior bag in Off-White Calfskin
Mini Lady Dior bag in Off-White Calfskin [7] (available in boutiques)
Mini Lady Dior Bag with Chain in Green "Cannage" Lambskin
Mini Lady Dior Bag with Chain in Green "Cannage" Lambskin [8] (available in boutiques)
Mini Lady Dior Bag With Chain in Lotus Pearly Cannage Lambskin
Mini Lady Dior Bag With Chain in Lotus Pearly Cannage Lambskin [9] (available in boutiques)
Lady Dior Bag in Black Patent Cannage Calfskin
Lady Dior Bag in Black Patent Cannage Calfskin [10] (available in boutiques)
Salvatore Ferragamo Mini Vara Leather Crossbody Bag
Salvatore Ferragamo Mini Vara Leather Crossbody Bag [11] ($775)
Salvatore Ferragamo Medium Leather Shoulder Bag
Salvatore Ferragamo Medium Leather Shoulder Bag [12] ($1,250)
Salvatore Ferragamo Large Thalia Leather Shoulder Bag
Salvatore Ferragamo Large Thalia Leather Shoulder Bag [13] ($1,250)
Salvatore Ferragamo Sophia Genuine Snakeskin Satchel
Salvatore Ferragamo Sophia Genuine Snakeskin Satchel [14] ($3,300)
Salvatore Ferragamo City Quilted Gancio Leather Wallet on a Chain
Salvatore Ferragamo City Quilted Gancio Leather Wallet on a Chain [15] ($575)