This top list shows the top 10 most expensive pieces of clothing of all time

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  1. Debbie Wingham’s Encrusted Gown – $17.7 million
  2. Debbie Wingham’s The Diamond Lace Dress – $17.7 million
  3. Debbie Wingham’s Red Diamond Abaya – $17.5 million
  4. Renee Strauss and Martin Katz’s Diamond Wedding Gown – $12 million
  5. Debbie Wingham’s Black Diamond Dress – $5.7 million
  6. Marilyn Monroe’s Dress from The Seven Year Itch – $4.6 million
  7. The “Peacock” Dress by Taffeta – $3 million
  8. Elie Saab’s Haute Couture Gown – $3 million
  9. Kim Kardashian’s Givenchy Wedding Dress – $2 million
  10. The “Wizard of Oz” Dress – $1.5 million
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This top list shows the top 10 most expensive pieces of clothing of all time. Some garments go far beyond fashion, becoming priceless works of art thanks to rare materials, celebrity value, or exceptional craftsmanship. Leading the list are two creations by Debbie Wingham: the Encrusted Gown and the Diamond Lace Dress, both valued at $17.7 million. Close behind is her Red Diamond Abaya at $17.5 million, made with some of the rarest gemstones on Earth.

Another standout is the Diamond Wedding Gown designed by Renee Strauss and Martin Katz, worth $12 million. Adorned with 150 carats of diamonds, it’s one of the most luxurious bridal gowns ever made. Debbie Wingham also makes another appearance with her Black Diamond Dress, priced at $5.7 million.

Historic and iconic garments are also featured. Marilyn Monroe’s famous white dress from The Seven Year Itch sold for $4.6 million, making it one of the most valuable movie costumes ever. The “Peacock” Dress by Taffeta and Elie Saab’s haute couture gown each cost around $3 million due to their intricate designs.

Rounding out the list are Kim Kardashian’s Givenchy wedding dress at $2 million, and the original Wizard of Oz dress worn by Judy Garland, which sold for $1.5 million. These garments show how fashion can hold cultural, historical, and financial value all at once.


Sources:
11 Most Expensive Clothing Items Ever Sold – Rarest.org
Clothing Items That Fetched High Bids at Auction (cheapism.com)
The 11 Most Expensive Pieces of Clothing in the World Deluxe Dibs
Monroe’s Couture: The Most Expensive Dress Ever Sold At Auction (lifestyleasia-onemega.com)
Most expensive dress sold at auction | Guinness World Records
How Much Marilyn Monroe’s Iconic Seven Year Itch White Dress Auctioned For (grunge.com)

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