Jilly Cooper's Rivals TV series takes a leaf out of Princess Diana's style book, signifying the late royal's enduring fashion legacy READ MORE: Queen Elizabeth's pastel tradition lives on: How Kate Middleton, Princess Eugenie and Sophie have embraced her style - and it's right on trend for the new season By Rebekah Absalom Published: 07:01, 17 October 2024 | Updated: 07:01, 17 October 2024 e-mail 17 shares 3 View comments Since the release of photograph stills from Rivals, fans of Dame Jilly Cooper's Rutshire Chronicles series have eagerly anticipated the Disney+ adaptation which comes to our screens on Friday 18 October. The cast, starring Emily Atack , Nafessa Williams, Katherine Parkinson and Victoria Smurfit, has undergone a magnificent 80s makeover, which is reminiscent of Princess Diana 's iconic style. Set in 1986, this eight-part series dramatises the scandal from Jilly Cooper's bestselling novel, focusing on the fierce rivalry between Rupert Campbell-Black (Alex Hassell) and Tony Baddingham (David Tennant) in the fictional landscape of independent television.
Many of the standout outfits draw inspiration from Princess Diana's wardrobe during that era, showcasing everything from chic country looks to red carpet-worthy attire. Many of the standout outfits from Rivals draw inspiration from Princess Diana's wardrobe during the 80s Princess Diana was a trendsetter in 80s fashion, effortlessly capturing attention with her outfit choices. Whether attending a glamorous gala .
