The night of the gala Art+Film at LACMA in Los Angeles became a bridge between the past and the present, when Kim Kardashian He appeared wearing a jewel with immense symbolic value: the <a href="https://www.world-today-news.com/kim-kardashian-wore-princess-dianas-cross-at-the-gala/" title="Kim Kardashian wore Princess Diana's cross at the gala”>Attallah Cross pendantone of the most iconic pieces of the princess diana.
This appearance was more than a style statement; It was a gesture that connected two media figures from different eras, both with a great impact on fashion and popular culture.
The event, which took place on November 2, witnessed the return of this legendary gem to a red carpet, after Kardashian I acquired it at an auction of Sotheby’s in 2023 for the impressive sum of $197,453.
The Attallah Cross, adorned with 5.25 carats of square cut diamonds and amethystswas a recurring accessory at the events of the Princess of Wales, who wore it for the first time in 1987, combining it with a elegant velvet dress purple designed by Catherine Walker. From then on, the piece was indisputably associated with the princess’s daring but refined style.
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The return of this jewel to the public sphere by the hand of Kim Kardashian It was not simply a matter of fashion, but a recontextualization of a royal relic. The celebrity, known for his ability to mix classic with contemporary, adapted the cross to his own style.
Unlike Diana, who wore the pendant on a long pearl chain, Kardashian chose to wear it as a tighter chokercomplemented with a second chain of pearls that fell down her neck, providing a modern and daring touch. This adjustment allowed the jewel to stand out even more on the neckline of her white Gucci dresscreating a striking contrast between the simplicity of the outfit and the exuberance of the cross.
The set of Kardashian It was completed with a cream cape and simple but bold makeup. She opted for smoky eyes and nude lips, letting all the attention focus on the iconic pendant. This style decision was reminiscent of the strategy of the princess, who, at the time, also knew how to use fashion to make powerful statements without the need for words.
Despite his tribute, some users expressed their discontent on social networks: “How did you think of using this iconic piece, which was used with panache, elegance and class, in such a vulgar way… typical of the Kardashians, who believe that because they have money everything looks classy,” It was one of the many negative comments.
At a public event, Kim Kardashian wore Princess Diana’s iconic cross necklace, a piece she bought at auction in 2023 for almost $200,000, combining it with her provocative outfit.
She wore it for the first time over the weekend while showing off her cleavage. pic.twitter.com/yTHL6VfrrU
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