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Princess Diana Used This Surprising Codename During Making of Wedding Dress
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NEED TO KNOW
- Princess Diana used a codename during the making of her wedding dress in a bid to keep the project secret
- The codename had a surprising connection to the future Queen Camilla, who had an affair with King Charles during his marriage to Diana
- Elizabeth Emanual reveals the name in a new documentary that airs in the U.K. on June 28
The making of Princess Diana‘s iconic wedding dress was a top-secret process, so it’s no surprise that there was a codename involved.
In a bid to keep their secrecy and eliminate any chance of leaks, the wedding gown designers and their small, loyal staff would use the name when referring to their famous client or when she made phone calls, which was revealed in an upcoming documentary.
Diana went by Deborah Cornwall. Her surname was perhaps inspired by one of the royal titles she took upon her marriage to the future King Charles — the Duchess of Cornwall — although she was better known by her higher title of the Princess of Wales.
Ironically, her fake last name would become more closely associated with the future Queen Camilla, who had an affair with Charles during his marriage to Diana. Camilla opted to go by the Duchess of Cornwall title instead of the Princess of Wales title upon her 2005 wedding to Charles before becoming Queen in 2022.
The name is unveiled by one of the creators of Diana’s wedding dress, Elizabeth Emanuel, in a new documentary, Secrets of Diana’s Wedding Dress, which will air on 5 at 9 p.m. U.K. time on June 28.
“When we started to see Diana, we were just very aware of security, so we decided to call her Deborah. We called her Deborah Cornwall. Isn’t that strange?” Recalls Elizabeth, who was part of the design duo with then-husband David Emanuel.
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It was all part of the elaborate plans that the couple put in place to keep news of the gown and their famous client a secret.
As they hoped to thwart the inquisitive — and sometimes intrusive — reporters who were trying to find out more about the dress, the couple employed two security guards, Bert and Jim, who took turns looking after the premises. They would also put different swatches of material in the garbage bins, hoping to foil any journalists who may have been tempted to sift through the trash. Staff were also offered cash by reporters to disclose information about the wedding gown.
Other precautionary measures included the preparation of a second wedding dress, just in case the first was revealed or something happened to it. PEOPLE revealed the story behind that dress in April 2024, when Elizabeth unveiled a completed version of it.
“I was a bit neurotic, and I thought, ‘What happens if somebody breaks in and steals the dress or something spills or there’s a fire or it gets stolen?’ ” Elizabeth told PEOPLE exclusively in April 2024. “So I thought, ‘I’m gonna make a backup dress.’ ”
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In the new documentary, Elizabeth remembers the day that Diana called the salon and ask if Elizabeth and David would do her “the honor” of making the dress — and the shriek of excitement that Elizabeth made when she was told (only having to make an excuse to the client she was serving at the time, telling a white lie about her brother expecting a baby).
As the design took shape, David recalls they couldn’t make an “understated dress. It had to be significant.”
The seamstresses beavered away upstairs, and later, the mothers of both Elizabeth and her personal assistant Caroline Slocock were drafted in to help.
One day, Diana wanted to “acknowledge” the work being done. They would keep Diana from the workroom, but “one day, she had persuaded me to let her go upstairs. She was just curious and wanted to see everybody. They were almost crying,” when she did, Elizabeth says the documentary.
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Elizabeth’s favorite picture of them creating the dress shows her peeking from beside the skirt as they make amendments.
“I can’t believe we managed to create the dress in that attic space,” she says in the documentary.
When the dress came together, they chose to add the longest train they could imagine, even calling up wedding venue St. Paul’s Cathedral to check to width and length of the aisle so they could be sure it would fit.
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Elizabeth and David also speak about how in the weeks leading up to the wedding day, Diana lost weight — going down to a 23-inch waist — and, after altering the bodice more than once, they started it all again.
“It was an extraordinary dress at an extraordinary time in history,” David says in the documentary.
“It’s really dominated my life ever since,” Elizabeth, who has set up her own studio recently making outfits worn by singers Madonna, Cher, Rita Ora and Courtney Love, says.
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Oprah’s Roomy Cargo Pants Are a Go-To Fall Style
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Welcome to The Blueprint, where we break down the celebrity looks we want to wear right now and build them back up, piece by piece.
Oprah Winfrey is committed to cargo pants, so it’s obvious I have to break up with my boring pocketless pants as soon as possible.
Last fall in New York City, the media mogul wore a pair of big-pocket pants (a style she’s worn before) that prompted a light-bulb realization: I fear I have not given cargos a fighting chance. And for what? Boring pants that only have hidden pockets, or, in many cases, faux ones that can’t even stash a phone.
Not long before Oprah showed off her brown cargos, Gwyneth Paltrow wore a navy blue pair with a cropped trench coat. That gives me another reason to feel confident about trying this offbeat pants style.
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The rest of Oprah’s look was grand, too: Her purple sweater was ideal for fall thanks to its three-quarter sleeves, plus her comfy sneakers finished it with polished comfort (she also wore heels with the outfit at another point in the day, but let’s keep it casual). We rounded up similar big-pocket pants, sweaters, and kicks inspired by the TV icon.
Oprah’s Outfit Blueprint
MoFiz Cargo Capris, $37 with coupon
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When I use regular pockets, I’m super careful because, most of the time, they’re not deep enough, so things tend to fall out when I’m sitting. In other words, they’re not that secure, and that’s why I’m picking out pants with pockets that have more room or more compartments.
These from Amazon are “very durable” and “silky” to the touch, per the reviews. Also, according to one shopper who wore them while hiking, “The pockets were big enough to hold my phone and Chapstick, so I didn’t have to carry a big bag.” They also have drawstring cuffs, so you can tie them up if you don’t want to dirty them when walking around outdoors.
Liyohon Turtleneck Top
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I can’t stand feeling like an overstuffed burrito with a thick sweater packed into an even thicker coat in the fall or winter. So, I usually choose thinner layers, but I want them to keep me at least a little warm. This turtleneck “feels more like a light sweater than a T-shirt,” according to one shopper, and it has been worn under dresses and blazers, per many others.
The purple shade here is a little lighter than Oprah’s, but the three-quarter-length sleeves are, in my opinion, the most important thing to focus on here.
Somiliss Leather Suede Patchwork Sneakers
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Oprah also pulled a sneaky move when she did a little shoe change. We don’t know which pair came first — heels or sneakers — but I personally am a “go comfortable or go home” shoe gal, so I’m choosing option B.
In my book, suede makes anything more fall-worthy, but it can be tricky on shoes. I don’t want to have to spritz a protectant spray all over, so a pair with just a little bit of the soft texture feels easier to manage long term. The soles on these look serrated like Oprah’s, which make me believe that they’d be incredibly grippy.
Keep scrolling to shop more Amazon finds inspired by Oprah’s outfit, including more brown cargo pants, purple three-quarter-sleeve tops, and white sneakers.
Moosehill Wide-Leg Cargo Pants
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Lepunuo High-Waisted Cargo Pants
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Dokotoo Striped Knit Pullover Sweater, $32 with coupon
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JomeDesign Three-Quarter-Sleeve Sweater
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Sernial White Platform Sneakers
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Karlie Kloss welcomes third baby with husband Joshua Kushner

Karlie Kloss’ brood just got bigger.
The model has given birth to her and husband Joshua Kushner’s third baby — a girl. Kushner announced the news via Instagram Saturday by posting a photo of the newborn and revealing her name: “Rae Florence 9.18.2025 🤍.”
The former Victoria’s Secret Angel announced her pregnancy news in a March Instagram post debuting her bump.
“Three’s a party 🥹🫶🎉,” Kloss wrote at the time.
The caption referenced her and Kushner’s eldest two children — sons Levi and Elijah — who appeared in the social media upload.
Levi was born in March 2021, followed by Elijah in July 2023.
While awaiting baby No. 3, Kloss continued to show off her budding belly at the Met Gala, WNBA games and more events.
She rocked a black off-the-shoulder gown to ring in Kushner’s 40th birthday at a star-studded bash in June.
“I have loved growing up together, and can’t wait to grow old together,” Kloss captioned a celebratory tribute to the “love of [her] life and best friend” via Instagram.
The Kode With Klossy founder and Kushner have been together since 2012.
The businessman got down on one knee in July 2018, and the duo walked down the aisle in upstate New York three months post-proposal.
The duo went on to have a second wedding ceremony in Wyoming in 2019.
Although the pair primarily keep their romance out of the public eye over the years, Kloss insisted to Net-a-Porter in 2018 that they “have nothing to hide.”
In May, she explained to “Aspire” podcast listeners that their “partnership is so solid” because they met when she was a teenager.
“We’ve grown up together,” Kloss gushed. “He’s always been my biggest champion.”
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Prince Harry Made Secret Visit to Another Member of Royal Family During U.K. Trip
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NEED TO KNOW
- Prince Harry’s four-day visit to the U.K. included a secret visit to another member of the royal family
- According to Hello!, Harry visited Kensington Palace to pay his respects to Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, following the death of his wife, Katharine, the Duchess of Kent
- Harry “loved catching up with family, friends and colleagues” during his trip to Britain, a source said
Prince Harry’s four-day visit to the U.K. included a reunion with his father, King Charles, after nearly two years, as well as a secret visit to another member of the royal family.
According to a report from Hello! published on Saturday, Sept. 20, Harry, 41, privately visited Kensington Palace to “personally pay his respects and offer condolences” to Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent, following the death of his wife, Katharine, the Duchess of Kent. She died on Sept. 4 at the age of 92.
Although Harry was not able to attend Katharine’s funeral on Sept. 16, as he had already left the U.K., a source close to the Duke of Sussex told the outlet that he “loved catching up with family, friends and colleagues.”
“His only regret was not being able to stay longer and see more people, but the meetings in Ukraine had been in the diary for a long time, and it mattered to him to be there in person to see the Invictus Games Foundation’s growing work and the progress at Superhumans,” the source added.
“The whole trip felt like a real success for everyone involved,” the source said. “His passion for his patronages and the causes he cares about hasn’t dimmed one bit — he’s already buzzing to get back and do more.”
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The Duke of Sussex made several public appearances during his U.K. trip, including at the WellChild Awards in London on Sept. 8, where he crouched to greet children, wrapped families in hugs and cracked jokes. In Nottingham the next day, he danced into a room at the Community Recording Studio (CRS), laughing and bantering with young activists.
“He’s still the same person,” said CRS’s Trevor Rose. “He wants to feel the energy here. He cares — and that’s the main thing.”
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One of the most newsworthy moments came when Harry arrived at Clarence House on Sept. 10, and disappeared inside for a long-awaited, private meeting with King Charles. He emerged just under one hour later — and experts were quick to point out that this visit could be the first step on the road to reconciliation with his father.
“It’s a massive step in the right direction,” Queen Elizabeth’s former spokeswoman Ailsa Anderson told PEOPLE following the historic meeting. “It’s a building of trust.”
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Harry and the King, 76, have been estranged for more than 18 months. As PEOPLE previously reported, the meeting not only served as a chance for the Duke of Sussex to rekindle his relationship with his father, but also with his brother, Prince William.
While the encounter marked a hopeful step forward, royal insiders caution that a long road lies ahead before full reconciliation can take place.
“It shows the way forward,” an insider with ties to both sides told PEOPLE. “It is a good starting point.”
Just a few days after the meeting, Harry made a surprise visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, with his Invictus Games Foundation and spoke with The Guardian while there.
“The focus really has to be on my dad,” he said, while also acknowledging his past revelations in interviews and his memoir Spare. “My conscience is clear.”
When asked if he will ever bring his children to the U.K. despite his security concerns, Harry told the outlet, “Yes, I would. This week has definitely brought that closer.”
“Whatever has gone on in the past, it is good to see the family trying to repair itself or communicate at least,” a source with close ties to the palace added to PEOPLE. “Everyone has to have compassion for all sides.”
After visiting the U.K. and Ukraine, Harry returned to Montecito, Calif., to be with wife Meghan Markle and their children, Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 4. On Saturday, Sept. 20, Meghan, 44, and Harry stepped out together to the One805LIVE! concert, which supports Santa Barbara County’s first responders and was held at Kevin Costner‘s oceanside estate in California.
