The top 10 most expensive fashion items in the world as of 2023 are:
1. Pink Star Diamond Ring: $71.2 Million
The Pink Star is a flawless, 59.6 carat, D-color, Type IIa diamond. It is the largest and most expensive pink diamond ever sold at auction. The ring was sold in 2017 at Sotheby’s Hong Kong for HK$555 million (US$71.2 million).
2. Chopard 201-Carat Watch: $26 Million
3. Passion Diamond Shoes: $17 Million
The Passion Diamond Shoes are a pair of red satin pumps that are set with over 150 carats of diamonds. The shoes were created by Stuart Weitzman in 2012 and are estimated to be worth $17 million.
4. Nightingale of Kuala Lumpur: $30 Million
The Nightingale of Kuala Lumpur is a dress that is made from over 2,700 Swarovski crystals. The dress was created by Malaysian designer Bernard Chandran in 2009 and is estimated to be worth $30 million.
5. Victoria’s Secret Red Hot Fantasy Bra and Panties: $15 Million
The Victoria’s Secret Red Hot Fantasy Bra and Panties are a set of lingerie that is adorned with over 1,500 carats of diamonds and rubellites. The bra and panties were created in 2002 and are estimated to be worth $15 million.
6. Marilyn Monroe’s “Happy Birthday Mr. President” Dress: $4.8 Million
Marilyn Monroe’s “Happy Birthday Mr. President” Dress is a sheer, sequined gown that she wore to sing “Happy Birthday” to President John F. Kennedy in 1962. In 2016, the dress was sold at Julien’s Auctions in Los Angeles, California, for $4.8 million to Ripley’s Believe It or Not, which is owned by Canadian billionaire Jim Pattison
7. Stuart Weitzman’s “Most Expensive Shoe” Ever Sold: $2.75 Million
Stuart Weitzman has designed several pairs of incredibly expensive shoes, but the pair that holds the title of the “Most Expensive Shoe” Ever Sold is the Rita Hayworth Heels. These stunning pumps are adorned with diamonds, rubies, and sapphires, and they were sold for a cool $2.75 million
8. The Chapeau d’Amour, also known as the “hat of love”: $2.7 Million
It was created by celebrity couture designer Louis Mariette in 2004. The hat is made of woven platinum and is covered in stunning diamonds. The design of the hat was inspired by ivy and bluebells. The hat was modeled by actress Alicia Witt at Christie’s in London.
9. Michael Jackson’s Thriller Jacket: $1.8 Million
Michael Jackson’s Thriller Jacket is an iconic piece of pop culture history. The jacket was worn by Jackson in the music video for his 1983 hit “Thriller”. The jacket was designed by Deborah Nadoolman Landis and is candy-apple-red with black stripes and raised shoulders forming an inverted triangle. In 2011, the jacket was sold at Julien’s Auctions for $1.8 million
10. Stuart Hughes Diamond Edition Suit: $800,000
The Stuart Hughes Diamond Edition Suit is the world’s most expensive suit, valued at £599,000 (approximately $800,000). Designed by Richard Jewels of Manchester and Stuart Hughes of Liverpool, the suit is made from a rich blend of cashmere wool, silk, and diamonds. It took 600 man-hours to create and features 480 diamonds strategically positioned around the suit. Each single-cut gem is 0.5 carats, with a color grade of G and a clarity of VS2, totaling a massive 240 carats. Only three of these suits will be made.