In 1996, Princess Diana made a stunning appearance at the MET Gala, wearing a beautiful Dior gown. Getty Imaqes


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The new Disney+ documentary In Vogue: The 90s has been capturing the attention of fashion enthusiasts everywhere with its fascinating look back at the decade’s iconic styles and personalities. The second episode features the legendary designer John Galliano, who shares stories about his rise to fame and his memorable moments dressing some of the biggest names in fashion.

Among the highlights of the episode is Galliano’s recollection of dressing Princess Diana for the 1996 MET Gala. Galliano, now 63, vividly remembers the experience, describing it as a dream come true. He recounts how he and his team travelled in an old van to London, where they met the princess. Diana was set to wear one of Galliano’s designs to the MET Gala, and the anticipation was palpable.

During the episode, Galliano reflects on a particularly amusing moment when he and Diana discussed the dress at Kensington Palace. “I was trying to push for pink, but she was not having it. 'No, not pink!' That was real, real fun,” Galliano recalls with a chuckle. Their discussion was lively, and while Galliano had his own vision for the dress, Diana had her own ideas about what she wanted.

Fashion designer John Galliano features in the new Disney+ documentary *In Vogue: The 90s*. Getty Images

The designer also shares the behind-the-scenes details of the gown’s creation. For the MET Gala, Galliano had meticulously crafted a stunning navy blue couture dress that featured a corset. However, on the night of the event, Diana surprised everyone by removing the corset. “I couldn’t believe it. She’d ripped the corset out,” Galliano says. Diana’s choice to ditch the corset made the dress even more striking and sensual, creating a buzz among the press and photographers.

At the 1996 MET Gala, Princess Diana chose to forgo wearing a corset, embracing a more relaxed and modern look. Getty Images

Galliano’s admiration for Diana is evident in his retelling of the story. He was amazed by how Diana made the dress her own. The navy blue gown, part of Galliano’s first couture collection for Dior, was designed to be elegant and simple, with delicate lacing and flowing silk. Diana’s decision to wear it without the corset transformed the gown into a statement piece, enhancing its allure and making it stand out even more on the red carpet.

The MET Gala appearance was a significant moment for both Galliano and Diana. For Galliano, it was a chance to showcase his debut couture collection to the world. For Diana, it was an opportunity to make a powerful fashion statement, demonstrating her unique style and confidence.

At the well-known event, Princess Diana was dressed in a Dior couture gown designed by John Galliano. Getty Images

The documentary episode captures this iconic fashion moment and provides a deeper look into Galliano’s creative process and his relationship with Princess Diana. It highlights how the designer’s vision and Diana’s personal touch combined to create a memorable fashion moment that continues to be celebrated today.

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