How to Recreate Princess Diana's Top 10 Statement Sweater Moments

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Princess Diana wore a lot of things in her day, many of which became style inspirations. But for all her frilled gowns, skirted suits, and outfit-matching hats, it's in her sweater game that her true fashion genius shines through. She could find the sublime in the tacky, the elegant in the gaudy—an inspiration to us all, as we head further into fall. Below, the Princess of Wales's top ten statement sweaters—plus similar styles to snag for yourself.

More: Princess Diana's Best Fall Fashion Moments to Recreate

The Belted Shawl Collar Sweater

Some might think that a sweater like this would be too bulky to cinch at the waist, but Diana wasn't so easily fooled.

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The Beatriz Mock-Neck Sweater

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.anthropologie.com%2Fshop%2Fthe-beatriz-mock-neck-sweater2&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>The Beatriz Mock-Neck Sweater</p><p>anthropologie.com</p><p>$128.00</p>

The Family Jewels Sweater

The Princess dropped Prince Harry off at his first day of school in 1989 wearing a sweater that says, "Oh, family heirlooms? Yeah, I've got a few."

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Kenzo Boke Flower Jumper

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.farfetch.com%2Fshopping%2Fwomen%2Fkenzo-boke-flower-jumper-item-18895148.aspx&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Kenzo Boke Flower Jumper</p><p>farfetch.com</p><p>$248.00</p>

The Queen of Diamonds Sweater

On its own this cardigan definitely packs a punch, but paired with a ruffled bib shirt and high-waisted skirt? Now that, ladies and gentlemen, is awe-inspiring.

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Argyle Print Cardigan

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Furbanrevivo.com%2Fproducts%2Fargyle-print-cardigan-it36s9de2000&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Argyle Print Cardigan</p><p>urbanrevivo.com</p><p>$79.90</p>

The Dainty Sweater

Not everyone would see the fashionable potential in this pattern—a floral, loopy visual reminiscent of your grandmother's doilies—but Diana isn't everyone.

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Myflor embroidered cardigan

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.farfetch.com%2Fshopping%2Fwomen%2Fmaje-myflor-embroidered-cardigan-item-19555891.aspx&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Myflor embroidered cardigan</p><p>farfetch.com</p><p>$231.00</p>

The Reindeer Sweater

Already wearing reindeer in November—we stan a Christmas Queen.

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Fair Isle Cardigan Sweater for Women

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Foldnavy.gap.com%2Fbrowse%2Fproduct.do%3Fpid%3D805033002%26vid%3D1%26tid%3Donpl000078%26kwid%3D1%26ap%3D7%26gad%3D1%26gclid%3DEAIaIQobChMI_dKKjNuUggMVmFhHAR0bBwrZEAQYEiABEgL2hfD_BwE%26gclsrc%3Daw.ds%23pdp-page-content&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Fair Isle Cardigan Sweater for Women</p><p>oldnavy.gap.com</p><p>$54.99</p>

The Polo Sweater

Diana was never as into extremely British sports the way her husband was, but wearing polo sure does seem more enjoyable than watching it. (Sorry.) (Not sorry.)

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Custom Cotton Crew

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ralphlauren.com%2Fwomen-clothing-sweaters%2Fcustom-cotton-crewneck-sweater%2F510014.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Custom Cotton Crew</p><p>ralphlauren.com</p><p>$125.00</p>

The "Let's Throw It All on There" Sweater

Struggling to choose between your striped sweater, zig-zag sweater, llama sweater, and line of creepy girls holding hands sweater? Well, does Diana have a look for you.

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Princess Diana Llama Sweater Replica

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F944590594%2Fprincess-diana-llama-sweater-replica&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Princess Diana Llama Sweater Replica</p><p>etsy.com</p><p>$175.00</p>

The Built-in Neckerchief Sweater

The sweater equivalent of "I want to dress up, but I like to party."

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The Chrissie

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kule.com%2Fproducts%2Fthe-chrissie-cream-navy-port&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>The Chrissie</p><p>kule.com</p><p>$248.00</p>

The Koala Sweater

Pregnancy is hard and everyone deserves a koala sweater to help get through it.

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Princess Diana White Koala Sweater Replica

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F986251758%2Fprincess-diana-white-koala-sweater&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Princess Diana White Koala Sweater Replica</p><p>etsy.com</p><p>$209.48</p>

The Black Sheep Sweater

The statement sweater to end all statement sweaters, Diana's infamous "black sheep" crewneck spoke volumes about her perceived place in the royal family. Also, it was very cute.

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Warm & Wonderful Women's Sheep Sweater

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Frowingblazers.com%2Fproducts%2Fsheep-sweater-womens&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.townandcountrymag.com%2Fsociety%2Ftradition%2Fg34374429%2Fprincess-diana-statement-sweater-photos%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Warm & Wonderful Women's Sheep Sweater</p><p>rowingblazers.com</p><p>$248.00</p>

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