The dress had to be something that was going to go down in history, but also something that Diana loved, Elizabeth Emanuel said in Rosalind Cowards book Diana: The Portrait: Anniversary Edition
Dramatic open back silhouette features delicate lingerie-inspired cap sleevelettes on a plunging sweetheart bodice, embellished with hundreds of hand-embroidered lace flowers at bustline and thigh line
Its such a magical dress and features so many great details including the horsehair trim throughout the layered hemlines of the skirt, the sweetheart neckline and crisscross back, and the sparkling belt at the waistline
Throw on what feels most comfortable (and cool) to you, and you're set
The focus should remain on the quality and elegance of your core formal wear components, with accessories that accentuate and complement the look rather than overwhelm it or distract from the sophisticated simplicity that defines truly refined formal attire