5 most expensive dresses of all time

From thousands to millions, expensive dresses have no limits (Image via Sportskeeda)
From thousands to millions, expensive dresses have no limits (Image via Sportskeeda)

When it comes to expensive dresses, it’s often said that fashion changes, but style endures. In this case, what else can be a better choice to showcase someone’s style than an elegant and unique outfit? Especially when it’s about an A-list wardrobe, money doesn’t matter.

Over the years, the world has witnessed significant advancements in fashion, which eventually pushed the price tag from thousands to millions, and a lot more is still awaited.

From iconic award nights to auctions, special occasions automatically make outfits a lavish and precious process.


Five insanely expensive dresses

5) Lupita Nyong’o’s gown for 2015 Oscars night

Lupita Nyong’o looked like a million dollars when she arrived for the 2015 Oscars. The actress sported a long, white Calvin Klein gown loaded with over 6,000 pearls.

The 39-year-old’s all-white ensemble was an exquisite piece of artistry, and its price was estimated to be roughly $150,000.


4) Paris Hilton’s 2017 Hollywood Beauty Awards outfit

Next on the line is Paris Hilton’s 2017 outfit, which she wore for the Hollywood Beauty Awards. The Reality TV star sported a $270,000 August Getty gown.

The beautiful shimmery dress was studded with 500,000 Swarovski crystals. A perfect example of a bulky yet flawless outfit.


3) Nicole Kidman’s 1997 Oscars outfit

Nicole Kidman strutted the red carpet of the 69th Academy Awards in 1997 wearing her greenish yellow-colored rich outfit. Designed by Christian Dior Haute Couture, her dress was embroidered towards the neck with a long slit towards the bottom.

The Australian’s eye-catching dress was estimated to be around $2 million.


2) Jennifer Lawrence at the 2013 Oscars awards night

Jennifer Lawrence looked drop-dead gorgeous at the 2013 Oscars. She wore an all-creamy white Dior Couture blush ball gown.

The American actress’ dress was beautified with self-design and texture. The tube neck Dior gown was reportedly priced at $4 million.


1) Marilyn Monroe’s Seven Year Itch Dress

Released in 1955, Seven Year Itch was a rom-com movie that featured Marilyn Monroe in the lead role. According to the Los Angeles Times, the dress that Marilyn Monroe wore in the film fetched a massive $5.6 million at an auction in 2011.

The most expensive dress on this list was an ivory-colored rayon-acetated halter dress with a pleated skirt.

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