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Kardashian Buys JFK Jr. Assistant's Prada Coat
21 Mar
Summary
- A Prada coat owned by Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy was sold at auction.
- The coat was gifted to John F. Kennedy Jr.'s assistant.
- Kim Kardashian has a history of buying historical fashion items.
A significant piece of fashion history, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy's camel double-faced wool Prada coat, was recently sold at an auction titled Exceptional Fashion. The coat, featuring a built-in belt and military-inspired pockets, was originally gifted by Bessette-Kennedy to Rosemarie Terenzio, assistant to her husband, John F. Kennedy Jr.
The auction attracted a diverse clientele, including private collectors, museums, and fashion enthusiasts. This sale highlights the enduring appeal of iconic fashion items and their association with notable figures.
Kim Kardashian, known for her acquisition of historically significant garments, has previously purchased Jackie Kennedy's Cartier Tank watch for $379,500 in 2017. She also famously wore Marilyn Monroe's Jean Louis gown to the 2022 Met Gala, borrowing it from Ripley's Believe It or Not! museum.
Kardashian's collection also includes Princess Diana's Attallah Cross pendant, which she acquired for nearly $200,000 at a Sotheby's auction. These acquisitions underscore a trend of preserving and cherishing fashion heritage.
