We have been captivated by the new Disney+ drama series, Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette. The nine-part offering shows the love affair between John and Carolyn and a dazzling display of 90s fashion.
Actress Sarah Pidgeon, whose depiction of Carolyn has been hugely praised, also showcases a variety of sleek and timeless styles throughout the programme that are exact replicas of the beauty's aspirational wardrobe.
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© Getty ImagesCarolyn Bessette-Kennedy was a famously classic dresser
The late PR executive wasn't known for embracing an array of colours, textures or daring fashion trends; she loved basic styles that were beautifully cut. Her colour palette was littered with creams, blacks, browns and the odd white shirt.
© Getty ImagesCarolyn Bessette-Kennedy was a '90s style icon
Whilst watching the show, I felt there were distinctive parallels between her look and the late Princess Diana, who famously opted for a similar style ethos. Diana's love of regal tailoring and classic pieces mirrors Carolyn's outfit choices.
The red coat
© Getty ImagesCarolyn wore a red Prada coat in 1997
Both ladies knew the statement power of a red coat, and although their styles are different in texture, they both create an eye-catching look.
Carolyn was spotted walking her dog with John in NYC in 1997, sporting a red Prada coat. She put a casual spin on the style by adding a black beanie hat to keep out the chill.
© Getty ImagesDiana loved to sport red coats of all varieties
A year earlier, in 1996, Diana was pictured in her scarlet, long-line coat as she left the gym at the Harbour Club in Chelsea. Also making the style more relaxed, she draped a large white scarf around her neck.
The off-the-shoulder gown
© GettyCarolyn loved wearing shoulder-exposing dresses
In 1997, Carolyn and John stepped out for a night at the gala at the Whitney Museum. All eyes were on her off-the-shoulder black satin creation and fearless red lipstick.
© Tim GrahamPrincess Diana wearing her Christina Stambolian 'revenge' dress in 1994
Jeans and loafers
© Getty ImagesDiana wore this sleek style combination in 1997
Cropped trousers paired with no socks represent the quintessential Italian aesthetic - a masterclass in effortless sophistication. Diana regularly wore this tried-and-tested formula during the 90s with cropped jeans and a shirt.
© Patrick McMullan via Getty ImageCarolyn donned a pair of smart loafers in 1995
Ahead of the pack, in 1995, Carolyn was pictured with actress Jenny Landy, sporting a neatly pressed pair of cropped trousers and a pair of buttery leather loafers - a modern and minimalist approach to footwear.
A crisp white shirt
Known as a capsule staple, the humble white shirt will never go out of style, and both Carolyn and Diana executed this look to the full during their lives in the public eye.
Princess Diana often teamed hers with jeans for on-the-go royal appearances, and she made the separate instantly glamorous with gold jewellery.
© Ron Galella Collection via GettyCarolyn's take on the androgynous look in 1999
In 1999, Carolyn preferred an androgynous look, styling her white, wide-lapelled shirt with a simple black skirt when she was pictured at a Whitney Museum gala in New York.
