Meghan Markle vs Princess Diana style: How did the royals' engagement pictures differ?

Prince Harry, 34, and Meghan Markle, 37, delighted fans last year by posing for a series of stunning snaps on the day they announced their plans to wed.

The couple were pictured looking overjoyed as they stood outdoors at The Sunken Gardens, Kensington Palace.

Years earlier, Prince Harry’s parents – Prince Charles, now 70, and Princess Diana, who was Lady Diana Spencer at the time, were also pictured in some al fresco images, but in the grounds of Buckingham Palace.

Aside from having their own very different styles, there were many years between the two photoshoots taking place – so it’s unsurprising that there are a number of differences in the shots.

So, just how do the royals’ wardrobe choices differ?

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

The young royals looked more in love than ever as they stood beside one another.

Opting for a very dapper display, Prince Harry opted for a bright blue suit, as well as a white shirt and navy tie.

Meanwhile, the former Suits actress opted for a seriously stylish outfit.

She sported a white coat, which featured a bow tied at her waist.

Meghan, who has taken on the title of Duchess of Sussex since the wedding, also wore a green mid-length dress.

She finished the look with a pair of cream high heels, and let her brunette locks fall in sleek waves around her shoulders.

Prince Charles and Princess Diana

Celebrating the news of their engagement in 1981, the Prince of Wales and his fiancé could also be seen putting on a very loved-up display.

Walking arm in arm, in one snap, Prince Charles grinned as he gazed at the woman he was about to marry.

The royal donned a dark grey suit for the occasion, which he teamed with a white shirt and patterned blue tie.

Unlike Prince Harry, the heir apparent to the British throne sported a handkerchief in his jacket pocket.

Meanwhile, Princess Diana, could be seen wearing a sophisticated, bold blue ensemble.

The outfit featured a white shirt – with had a statement fabric bow to one side of her neck.

The royal had also sported a pair of dark, flat shoes, which she teamed with a matching clutch bag.

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