Princess Kate vs. Princess Diana's Maternity Style: How Do They Compare?PeopleSat, July 1, 2017 at 9:00 PM UTCMuch like Princess Diana, pregnant here with Prince William in 1982, Princess Kate, who welcomed Prince George in July 2013, kept covered and colorful during her first pregnancy, favoring ladylike, empire-waist dresses (including this Jenny Packham number) accessorized with tailored coats and cardigans. The women's silhouettes of choice, however, couldn't be more different. Get Kate's Look! Seraphine Blush Pink Pleated Maternity & Nursing Dress, $71 - $89; amazon.com Rosie Pope Janie Maternity Dress, $178; nordstrom.com Sienna Textured Coat, $203; bodenusa.comMark Cuthbert/Getty, Tim Graham/GettyOne of Kate's first – and most glamorous – maternity looks was this V-neck, high-slit Alexander McQueen gown she wore to the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards in London in December 2012. Diana chose a similarly glam dress – with glitter and more room to grow – while pregnant with Prince Harry in 1984. Get Kate's Look! Dessy Collection Surplice Ruched Chiffon Gown, $248; nordstrom.com Seraphine Jo Knot-Front Maternity Nursing and Maxi Dress, $59 - $150; amazon.comDavid Davies/Abaca, Alpha/GlobeOne thing that's on the up since Diana's pregnancy with William? Hemlines! The princess's embellished blue coat could pass for a Snuggie (did they have those in the '80s?) compared to Kate's plaid Moloh coat dress, paired with her trademark black suede boots for an outing in Scotland. Get Kate's Look! Plaid Cold Shoulder Maternity Dress, $128; apeainthepod.com Opposuits Lumberjackie Skirt Suit, $80; lordandtaylor.comSamir Hussein/WireImage, Tim Graham/GettyKate's take on a red dress was a simple V-neck, cinched-waist Whistles number. When Diana chose the hue in 1982, she went big and bold, sporting a voluminous David Sassoon gown with bell sleeves and a portrait neckline. Get Kate's Look! Shoshanna Silk Sheer Sleeve Dress, $360; neimanmarcus.comRex USA, Anwar Hussein/GettyPolka dots were definitely all the rage in the '80s, and Diana wore hers on another airy dress while expecting William. Kate's modern take on the pattern, an affordable Topshop number sold out of stores in mere hours. Get Kate's Look! Envie de Fraise Dot Print Nursing Dress, $69; apeainthepod.com Stylenanda Smock Dress with Polka Dot Print, $26; asos.comMax Mumby/Indigo/Getty, Tim Graham/GettyIs it blue for boy? It certainly was when Diana chose her flowing frock for a 1982 polo match, opting to hide her bump rather than show it off, which Kate did in an A-line Emilia Wickstead creation. Get Kate's Look! French Connection Sundae Suiting Dress, $148; amazon.com Cinq a Sept Josie Fringe-Trim Sleeveless Dress, $385; bergdorfgoodman.com Calvin Klein Stretch Canvas Sheath Dress, $89.97, macys.com LaClef Knee-Length Front-Pleated Sleeveless Midi Maternity Dress, $26.99 - $29.95; amazon.comTim P. Whitby/Getty, AlphaA royal's formal look is never complete without a fascinator, and Diana kept her head chicly covered while making an appearance in 1982. Kate's Angela Kelly style, worn for a London outing with the Queen was actually quite similar to her mother-in-law's haute headpiece. Get Kate's Look! Trina Turk Jemma Shawl Collar Coat, $370; nordstrom.comXposure, Tim Graham/GettyDiana's favorite silhouette – flowing, with that signature tie neckline – looks as appropriate in the '80s as Kate's sheath is every bit on-trend for 2013, paired with a Tara Jarmon coat and clutch for a charity visit. Get Kate's Look! BOSS Demisana Sheath Dress, $218; saksfifthavenue.com Eliza J Crepe Sheath Dress, $148; shopbop.com Rosie Pope Cammie Dress, $168; nordstrom.com Sienna Textured Coat, $203; bodenusa.comDavid Parker/Getty, AlphaBoth women look happy to show some leg in their red coats, the Duchess in a knee-length number for a Scotland trip, Diana in a patterned piece – plus coordinating topper and shoes – while pregnant with William in 1981. Get Kate's Look! Laundry by Shelli Segal Double Breasted Fit & Flare Coat, $150; nordstrom.com Kendall and Kylie One-Button Coat, $275; bloomindales.comRex USA, Jayne Fincher/Getty1 of 101 of 10PEACH SUPREME2 of 10Much like Princess Diana, pregnant here with Prince William in 1982, Princess Kate, who welcomed Prince George in July 2013, kept covered and colorful during her first pregnancy, favoring ladylike, empire-waist dresses (including this Jenny Packham number) accessorized with tailored coats and cardigans. The women's silhouettes of choice, however, couldn't be more different. Get Kate's Look! Seraphine Blush Pink Pleated Maternity & Nursing Dress, $71 - $89; amazon.com Rosie Pope Janie Maternity Dress, $178; nordstrom.com Sienna Textured Coat, $203; bodenusa.comMark Cuthbert/Getty, Tim Graham/GettyGREEN GODDESSES3 of 10One of Kate's first – and most glamorous – maternity looks was this V-neck, high-slit Alexander McQueen gown she wore to the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards in London in December 2012. Diana chose a similarly glam dress – with glitter and more room to grow – while pregnant with Prince Harry in 1984. Get Kate's Look! Dessy Collection Surplice Ruched Chiffon Gown, $248; nordstrom.com Seraphine Jo Knot-Front Maternity Nursing and Maxi Dress, $59 - $150; amazon.comDavid Davies/Abaca, Alpha/GlobeCOAT CHECK4 of 10One thing that's on the up since Diana's pregnancy with William? Hemlines! The princess's embellished blue coat could pass for a Snuggie (did they have those in the '80s?) compared to Kate's plaid Moloh coat dress, paired with her trademark black suede boots for an outing in Scotland. Get Kate's Look! Plaid Cold Shoulder Maternity Dress, $128; apeainthepod.com Opposuits Lumberjackie Skirt Suit, $80; lordandtaylor.comSamir Hussein/WireImage, Tim Graham/GettyGOING SCARLET5 of 10Kate's take on a red dress was a simple V-neck, cinched-waist Whistles number. When Diana chose the hue in 1982, she went big and bold, sporting a voluminous David Sassoon gown with bell sleeves and a portrait neckline. Get Kate's Look! Shoshanna Silk Sheer Sleeve Dress, $360; neimanmarcus.comRex USA, Anwar Hussein/GettyON THE DOT6 of 10Polka dots were definitely all the rage in the '80s, and Diana wore hers on another airy dress while expecting William. Kate's modern take on the pattern, an affordable Topshop number sold out of stores in mere hours. Get Kate's Look! Envie de Fraise Dot Print Nursing Dress, $69; apeainthepod.com Stylenanda Smock Dress with Polka Dot Print, $26; asos.comMax Mumby/Indigo/Getty, Tim Graham/GettyICE, ICE BABY7 of 10Is it blue for boy? It certainly was when Diana chose her flowing frock for a 1982 polo match, opting to hide her bump rather than show it off, which Kate did in an A-line Emilia Wickstead creation. Get Kate's Look! French Connection Sundae Suiting Dress, $148; amazon.com Cinq a Sept Josie Fringe-Trim Sleeveless Dress, $385; bergdorfgoodman.com Calvin Klein Stretch Canvas Sheath Dress, $89.97, macys.com LaClef Knee-Length Front-Pleated Sleeveless Midi Maternity Dress, $26.99 - $29.95; amazon.comTim P. Whitby/Getty, AlphaTOPPED OFF8 of 10A royal's formal look is never complete without a fascinator, and Diana kept her head chicly covered while making an appearance in 1982. Kate's Angela Kelly style, worn for a London outing with the Queen was actually quite similar to her mother-in-law's haute headpiece. Get Kate's Look! Trina Turk Jemma Shawl Collar Coat, $370; nordstrom.comXposure, Tim Graham/GettyCORAL SPRINGS9 of 10Diana's favorite silhouette – flowing, with that signature tie neckline – looks as appropriate in the '80s as Kate's sheath is every bit on-trend for 2013, paired with a Tara Jarmon coat and clutch for a charity visit. Get Kate's Look! BOSS Demisana Sheath Dress, $218; saksfifthavenue.com Eliza J Crepe Sheath Dress, $148; shopbop.com Rosie Pope Cammie Dress, $168; nordstrom.com Sienna Textured Coat, $203; bodenusa.comDavid Parker/Getty, AlphaAT THE RED-Y10 of 10Both women look happy to show some leg in their red coats, the Duchess in a knee-length number for a Scotland trip, Diana in a patterned piece – plus coordinating topper and shoes – while pregnant with William in 1981. Get Kate's Look! Laundry by Shelli Segal Double Breasted Fit & Flare Coat, $150; nordstrom.com Kendall and Kylie One-Button Coat, $275; bloomindales.comRex USA, Jayne Fincher/GettyKate Middleton, Princess Diana Pregnancy PhotosAbout Our Ads