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Frequent flyers can recreate an iconic look similar to one once worn by Princess Diana herself thanks to a new sweatshirt being sold as part of Virgin Atlantic's first-ever lifestyle collection.
Just in time for Christmas, the airline has created some statement pieces that are perfect for the travel fan in your life. As part of a collaboration with British designers Fenella Smith and Oliver Co, the range includes both sweatshirts and T-shirts and even a set of playing cards.
The biggest hit is expected to be the "Queen of the Skies" jumper which was heavily inspired by the "Fly Virgin Atlantic" sweatshirt worn by the Princess back in 1995. With its retro vibe and iconic styling, it could be the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Diana's style.
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The collection launched this month with three icons 'Billie Holiday', 'Rain Bow', featuring the LGBTQ+ icon Oscar, and, of course, the new modern take on the iconic jumper famously worn by Princess Diana.
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The "Queen of the Skies" sweater from Virgin Atlantic (Virgin Atlantic)While the Princess may have been gifted the original version by Virgin Atlantic founder Richard Branson, you won't need to be a millionaire or a member of the Royal family to snap up your own.
Available in a choice of cream or navy colourways, the seriously cool sweater comes in sizes S through to XL and this lovely lookalike will only set you back £70, or £58.33 for buyers who use the Duty-Free option.
"You've flown the plane - now get the sweatshirt"
The original jumper may have been sold at auction for a whopping £40,000, but shoppers can snap up the new sweater much more easily on the Virgin Atlantic website. Fashion fans who choose the in-flight delivery Duty-Free option can save almost £12 on the RRP of £70.
Looking for more Princess Diana-inspired merchandise this Christmas? Amazon is selling a rather awesome replica of the famous black sheep sweater she wore at a polo match with then-Prince Charles in 1981.
Other iconic pieces that can be worn by your very own "Princess of Hearts" include a rather lovely £45 "revenge dress" replica from Club L London and a winter must-have Harvard sweatshirt for £38 on Amazon.