Christie’s is gearing up for an exciting auction featuring one of its most exquisite fashion pieces – a stunning wedding dress designed by the legendary Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. Anticipated to fetch between 50,000 and 70,000 euros, this breathtaking piece has the potential to exceed expectations and secure even higher prices.
The captivating wedding dress was famously showcased during Chanel’s Fall-Winter 2014-2015 runway show, where Lagerfeld himself described it as resembling a medieval engraving or a Van Eyck painting, with a regal train reminiscent of the Court of Louis XIV. The neoprene dress garnered immense admiration, particularly due to its awe-inspiring embroidered train.
This highly sought-after dress is indeed an extraordinary find, as only two copies are known to exist worldwide. While one is safely stored in the Chanel archives, the other will grace the auction floor at Christie’s on November 21st, providing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fashion enthusiasts to own a piece of Lagerfeld’s genius.
In addition to this remarkable wedding dress, Christie’s will also present other valuable treasures for fashion aficionados. One such item is a drawing by Yves Saint Laurent dedicated to the Homage to Mondrian dresses from 1965. This drawing holds immense significance as it is a rare find, with no other drawings from the Homage to Mondrian collection appearing on the market until now. Experts estimate its value to range between 40,000 and 60,000 euros, further heightening the anticipation surrounding the auction.
This upcoming sale serves as further proof of the enduring allure and increasing demand for Karl Lagerfeld’s masterpieces in the market. In 2022, an exceptional Chanel coat designed by Lagerfeld from the Fall-Winter 1996 collection set a remarkable record when it sold for a staggering 277,200 euros, exceeding its initial estimate of 15,000 to 25,000 euros.
Furthermore, the vintage fashion market as a whole has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity in recent years. The auction world continues to witness the establishment of new records, with Christie’s announcing unprecedented sales of 8.4 billion dollars in 2022, while Sotheby’s boasted sales of 8 billion dollars.
To learn more about Christie’s and their upcoming auctions, visit their official website here. For fashion enthusiasts seeking a glimpse into the world of Karl Lagerfeld and Chanel, explore their official website here.
