In the world of high-end fashion, some garments reach astronomical prices, either because of the materials used, their historical value or because they are associated with celebrities. These are the most expensive ever created:
1. Marilyn Monroe “Nude” dress – $4.8 million.
The iconic dress with crystals that Marilyn wore to sing “Happy Birthday” to JFK was auctioned for nearly $5 million.
2. Michael Jackson jacket – $1.8 million.
The red leather jacket from the “Thriller” music video was sold for this impressive figure at a charity auction.
3. Zandra Rhodes mink coat for Princess Diana – $1.1 million.
This coat worn by Lady Di became a historical piece.
4. Audrey Hepburn’s dress in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” – $923 000
The iconic black dress designed by Givenchy for the film was auctioned for almost one million.
5. Nightingale of Kuala Lumpur” dress – $30 million.
Designed by Faiyzali Abdullah, this silk and taffeta gown features 751 diamonds, including one of 70 carats.
6. Stuart Hughes cashmere shirt – $400 000.
Made of cashmere and silk, this shirt includes 16 diamond buttons.
7. Balmain “Riri” jacket – $75 000.
A jacket embroidered with Swarovski crystals designed for Rihanna by Olivier Rousteing.
8. Debbie Wingham “Abaya” dress – $17.6 million.
Decorated with extremely rare black and red diamonds.
9. Diamond Wedding Gown – $12 million.
Created by Renee Strauss and Martin Katz with 150 diamonds.
10. Secret Circus Jeans – $1.3 million.
Jeans decorated with real diamonds on the back pockets.
11. Stuart Hughes DMC” suit – $890 000.
Tailored suit made with cashmere, silk and 24 carat gold lining.
12. Antonio Vietri “Moon Star” shoes – $19.9 million
Made with solid gold, diamonds and a fragment of meteorite. Although they are shoes, their character as an article of clothing makes them a milestone in luxury fashion.
13. Coat “Vicuna” by Loro Piana – $35 000.
Made with vicuña wool, the most expensive fabric in the world.
14. Hermes crocodile jacket – $91 500.
A jacket made with crocodile skin and gold buttons.
15. Bolero by Beyoncé on the “Mrs. Carter” tour – $100 000.
Designed by Ralph & Russo with handcrafted crystals and embroidery.
16. Yumi Katsura wedding dress – $8.5 million.
Made with pearls, white gold and a 5 carat diamond.
17. Shirt “Alexander Amosu Vanquish II” – $43 000.
With diamond buttons and fabric made of one of the rarest cottons in the world.
18. Supreme x Louis Vuitton sweatshirt – $25 000.
A streetwear garment that has become a cult object.
19. “Peacock” dress by Guo Pei – $1.5 million.
Decorated with real peacock feathers and gold embroidery.
20. Victoria Swarovski wedding dress – $1 million.
It carried more than 500,000 Swarovski crystals and weighed almost 50 kg.
21. “Golden Night” dress by Dior – $6 million.
Designed for a red carpet, this couture dress is made with gold threads and thousands of crystals, representing the extreme luxury of gala fashion.
22. Elvis Presley’s leather jacket – $350 000.
One of the most iconic jackets of the King of Rock, auctioned for its enormous historical and cultural value.
23. Lady Gaga’s sequined dress – $500 000.
Worn during a charity gala, this unique couture dress is completely embroidered with sequins and crystals, designed exclusively for the artist.
24. Muhammad Ali boxing robe – $425 000.
A legendary piece worn by the champion during one of his most important fights, sold at auction as a collector’s item.
25. Melania Trump’s wedding dress (Dior) – $100 000.
Designed by John Galliano for Dior, this wedding dress was made with silk and hand embroidery, being one of the most expensive bridal pieces in history.
26. “Double Vicuna” coat by Kiton – $48 000.
Made with Peruvian vicuna wool, considered one of the most expensive fibers in the world, this coat stands out for its softness, lightness and exclusivity.
27. “Swarovski Dirndl” dress by Carolin Strobl – $127 000.
A traditional Bavarian dress transformed into luxury thanks to thousands of Swarovski crystals, created especially for the Oktoberfest.
28. John Lennon cotton undershirt – $16 400.
A simple garment with a high value due to its owner. This T-shirt was auctioned as a souvenir of the legendary member of The Beatles.
29. Alexander McQueen skirt with exotic feathers – $95 000.
A handmade runway garment, with details in exotic feathers, silk and embroidery that reflect the dramatic style of the British designer.
30. Prada “Flame” dress (Limited Edition) – $75 000.
A collector’s item recognized for its innovative design and exclusive materials, only available to a select group of VIP clients.
These garments represent not only extreme luxury, but also history, pop culture and the art of haute couture at its finest. Which one would you wear if you had the chance?
