Princess Diana’s ‘revenge dress’ goes on show ahead of Sotheby’s auction
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Princess Diana’s iconic off-the-shoulder black Christina Stambolian dress, famously worn in June 1994, is scheduled for auction at Sotheby’s in New York on December 9, 2026. The garment, dubbed the revenge dress because it debuted the same night Prince Charles confessed to infidelity, carries a pre-sale estimate of $150,000 to $300,000. Originally sold by Diana in June 1997 to benefit charity, the dress has remained in private hands for nearly three decades. Before the New York auction, the gown will embark on a global public exhibition tour beginning in London. Organizers confirmed that a portion of the proceeds from the upcoming sale will benefit the NHS Lothian Charity. The auction highlights the enduring cultural legacy of Princess Diana's royal wardrobe choices and historical fashion milestones.
