The Most Extravagant Garments: Diamonds and Designer Dreams
They say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach, but a woman's? Well, that's a trickier proposition. Perhaps clothes are a winner, and if diamonds are forever, then surely combining the two is a guaranteed success? We've compiled a list of the most expensive garments ever created, and most of them sparkle with diamonds and other precious stones.
The Top Ten Most Expensive Clothes
10. The Golden Shirt - £14,000
This custom-made shirt, crafted in India from 3kg of 22-carat gold, is an embodiment of status and achievement, according to its owner. Inspired by images of Indian royalty, it might not be the most practical attire (it can't be washed!), but it certainly takes the number ten spot on our list.
9. The Diamond Men's Suit - £600,000
Liverpool designer Stuart Hughes created the world's most expensive suit, a blend of silk, cashmere wool, and, of course, diamonds. The suit boasts nearly 500 G VS2 diamonds, each weighing 0.5 carats, for a total of a staggering 240 carats. No wonder it makes the list of most expensive clothes ever made!
8. Designer Labels Coat - £630,000
This coat is a unique concept by Silke Wawro, who spent three months meticulously sewing together a staggering 7,541 original designer labels! From Prada to Issey Miyake, the coat is now a museum exhibit in the Netherlands.
7. Secret Circus Jeans - £640,000
Don't be fooled by their seemingly classic design – the price tag of these jeans comes from the diamond detailing on the back pocket. Featuring 15 high-quality diamonds in various cuts, from marquise to princess, it's no surprise these jeans broke the million-dollar mark.
6. Ruby Slippers - £1.8 million
Jewellery designer The House of Harry Winston paid homage to the iconic film The Wizard of Oz by creating a pair of ruby slippers. But these weren't your average red slippers. They used a staggering 4,600 rubies weighing 1,350 carats alongside 50 carats of diamonds. This extravagance has earned them a place as the most expensive shoes ever made.
5. The Black Diamond Dress - £3.5 million
British designer Debbie Wingham's creation features over 50 black diamonds, with a stunning centerpiece boasting five carats of the same precious stone. Delicate white diamonds set in white gold complete the embellishment. This handmade dress is truly one of a kind.
4. The "Royal" Fantasy Bra - £6.3 million
Victoria's Secret has been creating Fantasy Bras since Claudia Schiffer modeled the first design in 1996. The 2013 Royal Fantasy Bra, modeled by Candice Swanepoel, is one of the most expensive bras ever made. Featuring 4,200 diamonds, rubies, and yellow sapphires set in 18-carat gold, with a 52-carat ruby centerpiece, it comes with a hefty price tag.
3. The Diamond Wedding Gown - £7.5 million
Wedding dress designer Renee Strausse and jeweller Martin Katz collaborated on the most expensive wedding dress ever created. Boasting a total of 150 carats of diamonds, the aptly named "Diamond Wedding Gown" awaits its first owner.
2. The "Red Hot" Fantasy Bra - £9.4 million
Another Victoria's Secret Fantasy Bra, the "Red Hot" edition created in 2000 and modeled by Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bündchen, holds the record for the most expensive lingerie set ever made. Featuring 300 carats of Thai rubies set on red satin, this bra and belt set earned its place in the Guinness Book of Records.
1. The Abaya - Priceless
Topping our list is the Abaya, designed by the aforementioned Debbie Wingham. This Middle Eastern-inspired dress is encrusted with 2,000 stones, including rare red diamonds, flawless white diamonds, and the world's largest red diamond.
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