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NFL Haute Couture Helmets by 48 Top Fashion Designers Up For Auction


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Together with the NFL and CFDA, Bloomingdale's enlisted 48 top fashion designers ranging from John Varvatos to Diane von Furstenberg to create their own version of Haute Couture Football Helmets which are now being auctioned off with proceeds benefiting the NFL Foundation*.

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The auction began January 15th and continues through February 4th. Bid on your favorites here

*The National Football League Foundation (NFL Foundation) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health and safety of sports, youth football and the communities in which we live. The NFL Foundation represents the 32 NFL clubs and supports the health and safety of athletes, youth football, and the communities which support our game.

A $977,000 Mac Pro and The Other Top Selling Items At Jony & Marc's RED Auction.




On Saturday night, 44 special design items were auctioned at Sotheby's Jony and Marc's (RED) Auction to raise money to fight AIDS in Africa. Brought to you by Marc Newson, Bono & Jony Ive, the event raised an incredible $12,883,000 USD (more than double that when you add the Gates' Foundation donation) with many items going for far above the estimate.





The 44 items in the auction were a combination of specially designed items by Jony Ive and Marc Newson and their favorite vintage and new design items.

The hugely successful (RED) auction raised $26.2 million to fight against AIDS in Africa. The auction was 100% sold and three lots were sold for more than $1.5 million each. The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation matched the auction total of just over $13 million.

From Steinway Grand to custom Airstream trailer, here's a look at the 10 (actually there are 11, since a few went for the same price) items that sold for the most money at the auction.

1. $1,925,000:




2. $1,805,000




3. $1,685,000



4. $977,000



5. $845,000



6. $485,000




7. $461,000 (tied with #8)




8. $461,000 (tied with #7)




9. $425,000




10. $365,000 (tied with #11)




11. $365,000 (tied with #10)



Other items worth noting, because I like them and hey, this is my blog, are the following:

George Lucas Signed Stormtrooper Helmet:

A Stormtrooper Helmet from the "Star Wars" Series Signed by George Lucas for the (RED) Auction 2013. ABS. In original cardboard "Star Wars" Stormtrooper box.
Estimate 10,000 - 15,000 USD
LOT SOLD. 245,000 USD

Cosmonaut Suit That Went Into Space:

A "Zvezda" Cosmonaut Suit Worn on a Soviet Space Agency Mission into Space
Fabric with rubber lining
1990, Produced by RD & PE Zvezda, Russia
Estimate 50,000 — 75,000 USD
LOT SOLD. 305,000 USD

Dom Perignon with Special Label and Case:

Dom Pérignon Œnothèque 1966 Magnum in Custom Red Cooler Designed by Jony Ive and Marc Newson. The red cooler is unique to, and created for, the (RED) Auction 2013. The cooler is edition 01/01. Dom Pérignon has created a unique red foil label for the Œnothèque Magnum.
Estimate 15,000 — 20,000 USD
LOT SOLD. 93,750 USD

Christian Louboutin's Custom Boots:

Unique to, and created for, the (RED) Auction 2013. Edition 01/01. The pair of boots will be made to size for the buyer.
Patent leather, 2013
Estimate 20,000 — 30,000 USD
LOT SOLD. 50,000 USD

Quadrophenia Lambretta Scooter Replica:

An Exact Replica of Jimmy's Lambretta from the film "Quadrophenia"
Signed by Pete Townsend and Roger Daltrey for the (RED) Auction 2013.
Estimate 30,000 — 50,000 USD
LOT SOLD. 209,000 USD

The star-studded crowd of more than 1,000 guests was treated to a number of surprises throughout the evening including an appearance by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, who took to the stage to sing ‘Perfect Day’ and ‘Beautiful Day’ with Bono.


above: Bono and Chris Martin from Coldplay performed at the event

The performance inspired more than a dozen bidders to compete for the Steinway & Sons unique “Red Pops for (RED)” Parlor Grand Piano, which was finally won by philanthropist Stewart Rahr for $1.9 million.

Later in the evening, the Azzedine Alaïa pink couture long ruffle dress was revealed in the salesroom worn by supermodel Christy Turlington before it sold to applause for $149,000. 


above: Christy Turlington models a custom Azzedine Alaïa dress onstage that was sold for $149,000. Next to her is a "Zvezda" Cosmonaut Suit which sold for $305,000.

After the sale, guests made their way to the 10th floor for a private concert with Bono, The Edge, Nile Rodgers, Chic, and Angelique Kidjo:


Jony and Marc's (RED) Auction highlights prior to the auction were shown in this 'teaser' video:

All information and images courtesy of Sotheby's








One Of A Kind Pink Diamond™ Barbie Doll by The Blonds Auctioned To Benefit Charity.



This original one-of-a-kind Pink Diamond™ Barbie® doll by design duo Phillipe and David Blond of The Blonds was unveiled at The Blonds Spring 2013 show during New York Fashion Week. The doll is now being auctioned off for charity with proceeds benefiting the MAC Aids Fund organization. Bidding has begun (link to bid is at the end of this post) and the auction ends on Tuesday, September 25th.

Custom Stella McCartney Handbags by Five Artists Up For Auction To Benefit Charity.




Stella McCartney, fashion designer and environmental activist donated a collection of six eco-friendly Falabella bags to be recreated as works of art by a group of five artists (Mr. Brainwash, David Foox, Peter Tunney, Bunta Inoue and Justin Terry) to benefit Christie’s Green Auction: BID to Save the Earth.

The Falabella Bag is a Stella McCartney favorite for its edgy design and eco-friendly construction. Brown vegan-friendly faux leather with signature whip stitching and curb-chain trim and top handles. Made in Italy.

The six custom bags shown below (with images of both the front and back sides) are presently up for auction right now. Bidding closes on April 19th.

Custom Stella McCartney Bag by Mr. Brainwash
Juxtapop
Mixed media on authentic Stella McCartney vegan canvas bag:


bid for this bag here.

Custom Stella McCartney Bag by Mr. Brainwash
Life is Beautiful, 2012
Stencil and spray paint on authentic Stella McCartney vegan canvas bag:


bid for this bag here

Custom Stella McCartney Bag by David Elan Foox
Hand-painted on authentic Stella McCartney vegan canvas bag:


bid for this bag here


Custom Stella McCartney Bag by Peter Tunney
Acrylic Paint and Extensive and Unique Mixed Media Collage on authentic Stella McCartney vegan canvas bag:


bid for this bag here

Custom Stella McCartney Bag by Bunta Inoue
AGAPE - Happy Prince
Hand-painted with a on authentic Stella McCartney vegan canvas bag
Genuine natural sapphire with certificate from the GemResearch Swisslab (GRS)
Weight: 0.32ct
Cut: Oval
Color: vivid blue (GRS type "Royal Blue"):



bid for this bag here

Custom Stella McCartney Bag by Justin Terry
Acrylic on authentic Stella McCartney vegan canvas bag:


bid for this bag here




This project, which merges art and fashion, reflects the spirit of collaboration which is central to the Green Auction initiative. Proceeds from the Green Auction benefit leading environmental organizations including Oceana, Natural Resources Defense Council, Conservation International and Central Park Conservancy.



Details on how to participate in the online auction and how to donate, volunteer and act can be found at www.BidtoSavetheEarth.org.

Please donate

C'mon people, it's only a dollar.