Last night Daphne Guinness raised proceeds for the late Isabella Blow by auctioning an array of her own haute couture fashion pieces.
After Blow's death, her wardrobe was put up for sale in order to settle the debts she owed on her estate. However, in order to protect the magazine editor's collection, Guinness bought it.
The artist hopes to exhibit Blow's collection at Saint Martins College and decided to auction her clothing in order to raise funds to do so.
The auction took place at Christie's in London and Guinness managed to raise a massive £476,800, with help from the likes of Lady Gaga who took the opportunity to snap up some of the eccentric fashion items.
The selection of stunning fashion on display included an ivory Alexander McQueen gown which sold for £85,250.
Nevertheless, despite the pieces which went for mega money, there were bargains to be found. For instance, a Narciso Rodrigues black evening gown went for just over £100.
Take a look at some of the stand-out pieces from the evening...
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| Metallic structured Alexander McQueen dress |
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| Black and white ruffled jacket by Gareth Pugh |
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| Alexander McQueen angel wing platform boots |
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The Alexander McQueen gown which sold for a £85,250
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| Leather studded platform biker boots by Alexander McQueen |
Pictures courtesy of Vogue
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