Princess Diana, Audrey Hepburn’s Attire Go Up for Public sale – WWD

Attire 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 Classic Movies.

Entitled “Legends: Hollywood & Royalty,” the public sale additionally options props from movies like “Star Wars” and “Alien,” in addition to a set of things previously owned by Lauren Bacall and Humphrey Bogart.

Three of Princess Diana’s robes are included within the sale. The primary, a pink 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.

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 “Scorching Pictures.”

One in all 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 operate, options velvet bands across the bodice and hips.

A sequence of silver display costumes worn by Hepburn, Kelly and Judy Garland are included within the “Legends” public sale. Probably the most notable is a pink Givenchy costume 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 costume worn by Kelly in “Mogambo,” in addition to a puff-sleeve wedding ceremony robe of Garland’s from “The Pirate.”

These considering 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 tons are on public show at this location till September 5.