As the royal family gathered in London for a cherished annual tradition, one member’s choice of attire ignited a wave of reactions online.

On Saturday, June 14, the British royal family gathered in London for the annual Trooping the Colour ceremony. Among the most closely watched attendees were the Prince and Princess of Wales. The couple were joined by their three children — Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Princess Catherine’s ensemble was the focus of widespread discussion, as she stepped out in a striking teal coat accented with white cuffs and collar. Complementing the coat was a matching teal hat adorned with delicate floral embellishments.

She accessorized with pearl drop earrings and wore her hair in an intricate updo. While the Princess’ fashion choices are often dissected, this particular outfit sparked a wave of recognition and comparison.

Observers were quick to note the similarities between Catherine’s attire and one worn by the late Princess Diana during her 1992 trip to India. Diana’s look at the time included a teal and white jacket and skirt set, marked by structured shoulders and pronounced white details.

Both royal women chose to accessorize with pearl drop earrings, reinforcing the sense of homage in Catherine’s appearance. However, subtle differences emerged upon closer inspection.

Diana’s hat was predominantly white with teal accents, contrasting with Catherine’s all-teal headpiece. These distinctions served to modernize the look while still retaining a visual connection to the past. As images of Princess Catherine circulated online, public commentary followed. Social media flooded with praise, critique, and spirited comparison.

One person wrote, “The resemblance is undeniable — both women radiate strength, poise, and compassion. A truly touching tribute.” Another complimented Princess Catherine, “She is Perfect!!! Glad to see her back in Action.”

Someone else added, “Princess Katherine is such a beautiful, gracious, and classy lady. The Princess always exudes great confidence.” Others expressed clear preferences between the two royal styles. “I like Princess Diana’s best,” said one commenter, while another countered, “I like Catherine’s better.”

Not all responses were polarized, however. One user offered a more neutral take, noting, “Similar, not near identical.”

Check the photos below:

In a close-up from her 1992 visit to the Delhi War Cemetery, Princess Diana’s serene expression takes center stage. Wearing a refined blue and white Catherine Walker suit and a sculpted Philip Somerville hat, the camera captures the quiet dignity on her face, framed elegantly by her signature style.

Captured from behind, Princess Diana walks with composed grace through the Delhi War Cemetery on February 12, 1992. Her blue and white suit and coordinating hat present a silhouette of elegance, reflecting the solemnity of the moment during her visit to the historic site.

Princess Diana stands with quiet elegance at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on February 12, 1992. Dressed in a striking blue and white Catherine Walker suit paired with a Philip Somerville hat, the late royal embodies refined diplomacy during her visit to India’s presidential palace.

Princess Diana stands with quiet poise at the Delhi War Cemetery, dressed in her signature blue and white suit and a wide-brimmed hat. The image captures her solemn grace amid the tranquil setting, a reflection of respectful remembrance.

Princess Diana stands alongside Janaki Venkataraman, wife of the Indian President, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on February 12, 1992. In her blue and white ensemble, Diana exudes diplomatic elegance, while the women share a composed moment against the backdrop of India’s grand presidential palace.

Princess Diana, dressed in a green and white suit with a matching hat, holds a young Prince Harry in her arms as she watches the 1988 Trooping the Colour from the Buckingham Palace balcony. Surrounded by Prince William, Lady Rose Windsor, Lady Davina Windsor, and Princess Margaret, Diana’s composed presence captures a timeless royal family moment framed by tradition and pageantry.