Grace kelly Grace kelly When It Comes to Grace Kelly’s 1956 Wedding Gown, the Magic Is In the Exquisite Details “It really was just the most understated, yet elegant and unexpected gown choice that has really stood the test of time.” Diana Spencer, Then 19, Started Sobbing in the Ladies’ Room As She Asked Princess Grace of Monaco for Advice About Marrying Royalty As their stars collided that night in March 1981, neither the former Grace Kelly nor the future Princess of Wales had any idea that they’d both someday die far too young in the same manner. By Rachel Burchfield Published 17 April 24