Fifteen fresh floral mannequins by London's leading floral designers reimagine iconic looks worn by the late Diana, Princess of Wales, celebrating her compassion, cultural influence, and enduring legacy.
LONDON, UK [July 1, 2026] — Fleurs de Villes, the internationally acclaimed flower show that has captivated audiences across North America, Australia and the UK for the past decade, will stage the world premiere of Fleurs de Villes DIANA in support of The Diana Award at Somerset House from 16 September to 6 October 2026. The 21-day exhibition honours the enduring legacy of Diana, Princess of Wales, whose compassion, humanity and cultural influence continue to inspire generations around the world.
Presented in support of The Diana Award — the charity legacy established in her memory and inspired by her belief that young people have the power to change the world — the exhibition will help raise awareness and support for the organisation's work empowering young people to create positive change.
Set across the elegant East Wing Galleries, the exhibition will feature 15 fresh floral mannequins created by London’s top floral designers, each inspired by an iconic outfit Diana wore while supporting causes close to her heart. More than a celebration of fashion, the exhibition honours how Diana used her public appearances and personal style to champion meaningful causes, forge human connection, and inspire compassion and action around the world.
Tickets go on sale July 1, 2026, at fleursdevilles.com/diana in honour of what would have been Diana, Princess of Wales’ 65th birthday.
The first Fleurs de Villes DIANA mannequin, by Claridge's Flowers, unveiled ahead of the exhibition's world premiere.
The exhibition brings to life defining moments from Diana's public life, from her patronage of the English National Ballet to her 1997 walk through an active minefield in Angola with The HALO Trust, a moment that helped shift global opinion on landmines. Reimagined entirely in fresh flowers, each look pairs an archival story with a unique floral interpretation by one of London's leading floral designers.
The exhibition will include a range of interactive experiences, including share-worthy photo moments and Fleurs de Villes' signature Fan Favourite Award, which invites visitors to vote for their favourite DIANA floral mannequin.
“Diana’s enduring influence was never simply about what she wore, but what she stood for. Through Fleurs de Villes DIANA, we are retelling the stories of the causes she championed and the people whose lives she touched through compassion, courage and human connection. We are proud to present the exhibition in support of The Diana Award, whose work with young people reflects Diana’s belief that everyone has the power to make a difference.”
— Karen Marshall, Co-Founder, Fleurs de Villes
As the exhibition’s charity partner, The Diana Award will receive a portion of every ticket sold, alongside proceeds from on-site food, beverage and commemorative merchandise. The partnership will also create paid employment and hands-on experience opportunities for young people at the exhibition — an extension of The Diana Award's mission to empower the next generation of changemakers.
“The Diana Award is delighted to be the charity partner for Fleurs de Villes. As the only charity established in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales, we carry forward her belief that young people have the power to change the world. Nearly 30 years after her death, her compassion continues to transcend borders and generations and this exhibition is a powerful and timely celebration of her legacy. Her values of kindness, inclusion and service remain as important today and as ever.”
— Dr Tessy Ojo CBE, CEO of The Diana Award
The exhibition also continues Fleurs de Villes' commitment to championing local floral artists and small business owners. Over the past decade, the brand has produced more than 160 fresh floral events in 35 cities across five countries, supporting over 1,600 florists and attracting millions of visitors. Every installation in Fleurs de Villes DIANA will be designed and created by a different London-based floral artist.
The exhibition opens to the public on 16 September 2026 following a media preview and opening ceremony, including the presentation of the Floral Awards recognizing excellence and creativity among the participating floral artists.
The London premiere marks the first chapter of Fleurs de Villes DIANA in support of The Diana Award. In 2027, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of her death, the exhibition is expected to tour internationally, with locations under consideration across the UK, Canada, Australia and the United States.
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Founded by lifestyle and media experts Tina Barkley and Karen Marshall, Fleurs de Villes creates memorable floral experiences that bring people together through beauty, creativity and storytelling. Known for its spectacular fresh floral installations and one-of-a-kind floral mannequins, the internationally acclaimed brand transforms cities around the world with immersive exhibitions that celebrate local artistry and tell powerful stories through flowers. Over the past decade, Fleurs de Villes has produced more than 160 fresh floral events in 35 cities across five countries, supporting over 1,600 floral artists and captivating millions of visitors. For more information, visit fleursdevilles.com.
The Diana Award is the charity legacy established in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales and her belief that young people have the power to change the world. Since 1999, it has fostered, developed, and inspired positive change in the lives of young people across the globe. diana-award.org.uk
The Diana Award benefits from the support of HRH The Prince of Wales and Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex and was founded as a lasting legacy to their mother, Diana, Princess of Wales’ belief that young people have the power to change the world. The charity fosters, develops and inspires positive change in the lives of young people through four key programmes which include; a mentoring programme for young people at risk, a youth-led anti-bullying ambassadors campaign, an inspiration series of initiatives designed to create meaningful opportunities for young people and a prestigious award which publicly recognises young changemakers – the Diana Award. Learn more at www.diana-award.org.uk
As the home of cultural innovators, Somerset House is a site of origination, with a cultural programme offering alternative perspectives on the biggest issues of our time. In 2025, Somerset House celebrated its 25th birthday, marking its extraordinary transformation to one of London’s best loved cultural spaces and home to one of the largest creative communities in the UK. From our historic site in the heart of London, we work globally across art, creativity, business, and non-profit, nurturing new talent, methods and technologies. Our resident community of creative enterprises, arts organisations, artists and makers, makes us a centre of ideas, with most of our programme home-grown. We sit at the meeting point of artistic and social innovation, bringing worlds and minds together to create surprising and often magical results. Our spirit of constant curiosity and counter perspective is integral to our history and key to our future. Learn more at www.somersethouse.org.uk
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