I will always consider Audrey Hepburn a fashion icon known for her flawless style. When I learned that she purchased Capezio’s (remember those?) in multiples and in every color it made me realize that she was a woman after my own heart. I love the versatility (and comfort) of the ballet flat and it is a staple in my own wardrobe. In conjunction with Christie’s, her children are auctioning off close to 500 items owned by their mother which include scripts, correspondence, pictures, fashion accessories, and clothing. The online bidding sale is already underway through October 3. The live auction will be held in London beginning on September 27. I am highlighting a few things that will be available but sure to view the live auction catalog for a fun read and a glimpse of what else is yet to come.
It is with great joy that we seek to share her spirit, through this sale…”. –Luca Dotti and Sean Hepburn Ferrer, Audrey Hepburn’s sons
A Cartier powder compact circa 1950’s.
An engraved gold Tiffany & Co. bangle bracelet gifted from Steven Spielberg in the late 1980’s.Audrey Hepburn’s working manuscript for her defining role in Breakfast at Tiffany’s for Paramount Studios, circa 1961.
1980’s Burberry trench coat.In 1964, Audrey Hepburn attended an awards ceremony in Rome with her husband, Mel Ferrer, wearing a two-piece black satin cocktail gown also available through the auction.
Audrey was photographed wearing this black satin cocktail dress in 1968 while dancing with her fiance Andrea Dotti. The feathers on this remind me of my favorite hat in my own collection that I mentioned here.
What an icon indeed. And she seemed like a genuinely sweet, nice person as well. I’ll take that engraved gold bangle, thank you very much;)
The bangle is one of my favorites too! Let not get into a bidding war. Lol.
I recently watched My Fair Lady and her transformation in that movie, along with the spectacular wardrobe she wore, took me back. I always loved her acting in each and every movie I saw. Her life was inspirational to all of us! Thank you for sharing.
Karen