Lee Radziwill May Have Been a 1960s Socialite, But She Has My Dream 2026 Wardrobe
Although her older sister Jackie Kennedy has always received the most attention for her style, Lee Radziwill is equally worthy. The famous socialite, interior decorator, and onetime actress has always taken classic style to its apex, opting for some of the chicest shift dresses, fur coats, and formalwear we’ve ever seen. The proof is in the trove of vintage photos that portray her enduring and timeless personal style, which have me considering a few ’60s- and ’70s-inspired style upgrades for 2026.
Radziwill's approach to dressing was refined and elegant, but never boring, with opulent finishes and a striking silhouettes that continue to endure to this day. There are several key items that embody her style the most, at least to me, like the cigarette trousers and court pumps that surface throughout many of the outfits I'm pinning to my style board right now. Maybe it's the fact that 1960s fashion is having a renaissance at the moment or that the next gen is rediscovering Radziwill as an oft-forgotten-about style icon, but her style and sensibilities have never felt more relevant than they do today.
With that, I've put together a list of the fashion items that Radziwill's style has directly inspired me to shop. To see what I mean, continue on to shop the 27 items inspired by the late socialite.
The frog closures immediately reminded me of the above image from 1975.
A modern-day It bag that possesses an undeniable vintage quality.
Minimal but with a twist is how I'd describe Radziwill's style, and this cape coat pretty much sums that up.
A piece I'd imagine her styling with a fluid blouse and flared trousers.
She was always focused on creating striking silhouettes like this peplum shape.
A '60s-inspired staple.
A favorite among the It girls of 2026 and 1960.
Just add a heeled boot.
The key sunglass shape of the era.
Few people understood the power of great tailoring like Radziwill did.
So sophisticated.
The type of elegant basics she'd have stocked her closet with.
'70s trousers that also feel so now.
Easy but very chic.
Proof that less is often more.
A piece I can imagine her wearing to drink martinis at La Côte Basque with Truman Capote.
Shift dresses were a must back then.
The kind of maximalist piece she'd reach for.
I can imagine her styling this with high-rise flared trousers and a long pendant necklace.
Modern-day elegance.
A trip to the French or Italian Riviera would include a crocheted dress like this.
Just so pretty.
The base to countless '60s-inspired looks.
An iconic timepiece fit for a style icon.
An It girl favorite neckline both now and then.
Capes, wraps, and ponchos are a must.
I love these paired with a delicate knit top.
