Clothes as soon as worn by Princess Diana, Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly are hitting the public sale block subsequent month in a sale staged by Julien’s and Turner Basic Films.
Entitled “Legends: Hollywood & Royalty,” the public sale additionally options props from movies like “Star Wars” and “Alien,” in addition to a group of things previously owned by Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart.
Three of Princess Diana’s robes are included within the sale. The primary, a purple silk Bruce Oldfield robe, was worn by the late royal twice. That includes gold checkered threading, a plunging neckline and shoulder pads, Oldfield’s daring frock is emblematic of the Princess’ “Dynasty Di” period.
Princess Diana attends the London premiere of “When Harry Met Sally” in 1989.
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The Princess of Wales first wore the robe on the London premiere of “When Harry Met Sally” in 1989. Two years later, she sported it to a different film premiere in London: the comedy “Sizzling Pictures.”
One in every of Diana’s Catherine Walker ensembles goes up for public sale. Whereas attending a gala in Toronto in 1991, the Princess wore a inexperienced and black robe with an asymmetrical waistline. It’s estimated to fetch between $100,000 and $200,000.
Lastly, a black and white robe, additionally by Walker, is on the market. The strapless silk frock, which Diana wore at a personal perform, options velvet bands across the bodice and hips.
Princess Diana at a 1991 gala in Toronto.
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A collection of silver display screen costumes worn by Hepburn, Kelly and Judy Garland are included within the “Legends” public sale. Essentially the most notable is a pink Givenchy gown of Hepburn’s from “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” Designed by Hubert de Givenchy, the silk satin organza costume is embellished with sequins, beads and gold tassel appliques.
Additionally up on the market is a lilac gingham cocktail gown worn by Kelly in “Mogambo,” in addition to a puff-sleeve marriage ceremony robe of Garland’s from “The Pirate.”
José Luis de Vilallonga and Audrey Hepburn in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.”
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These enthusiastic about bidding can register on-line on Julien’s web site. The auctions happen in Beverly Hills on September 6, 7 and eight at 257 N. Canon Drive. A number of heaps are on public show at this location till September 5.
