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\"John
John F. Kennedy, Jr. and his wife Carolyn Bessette Kennedy arrive at the annual John F. Kennedy Library Foundation dinner and Profiles in Courage awards in honor of the former President’s 82nd Birthday, Sunday, May 23, 1999 at the Kennedy Library in Boston, MA. (Photo by Justin Ide \/ Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Last year, Sotheby\u2019s wowed the fashion set with its record-breaking auction of Princess Diana\u2019s iconic sheep sweater<\/a>, proving that royal style is always in vogue. This year, the auction house is doubling down on its fashion prowess, spotlighting the American fashion icon Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy<\/a> alongside an unexpected twist \u2014 NFL legend Tom Brady.<\/span><\/p>\n

The festivities for the auction began with an exclusive cocktail party in New York City, where chic collectors sipped martinis and admired pieces that epitomized Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s simple elegance and Brady\u2019s all-American finesse. It\u2019s a sartorial twist worthy of the runway \u2014 Diana\u2019s style legacy may have passed the crown, but Carolyn and Tom are now sharing the throne.<\/span><\/p>\n

Returning for its second edition, Sotheby\u2019s annual <\/a><\/span>Fashion Icons<\/span><\/i> sale reaffirmed its role as a must-watch event, celebrating the timeless influence of fashion\u2019s most iconic figures and offering a glimpse into the lives of those who left an indelible mark on style.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Carolyn
Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s Fashion: Auctioned Coats (L-R): Yohji Yamamoto, Vintage, Prada. Photo courtesy of Sotheby\u2019s.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy: The Embodiment of Quiet Luxury\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>Fashion Icons<\/span><\/i> sale shined its spotlight on three garments from Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s personal collection \u2014 her first public fashion offering, making waves among collectors. Revered for her minimalist aesthetic and effortless elegance, Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s impact on \u201990s fashion is as enduring as ever. The pieces were consigned by her close friend Rosemarie Terenzio, who affectionately called Bessette-Kennedy her \u201cfashion fairy godmother.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Stealing the show was a vintage faux-leopard double-breasted coat<\/a> from circa 1969, estimated at $20,000\u2013$30,000. Gifted to Terenzio, the coat was worn on a memorable first date, embodying the generosity and stylish boldness that defined Bessette-Kennedy. With its retro flair reminiscent of Prada\u2019s Autumn\/Winter 1996-97 collection, the coat also carried a historical nod to the era\u2019s embrace of eclectic glamour.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Carolyn
Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy leaving for Washington to attend Bill Clinton’s inauguration. (Photo by Lawrence Schwartzwald\/ Sygma via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Another standout was a Prada single-breasted black wool coat<\/a> from 1997, valued at $15,000\u2013$20,000, worn by Bessette-Kennedy to Bill Clinton\u2019s second inauguration. This coat, in its understated polish, captured the essence of quiet luxury. Her Yohji Yamamoto black wool jacket<\/a> paired with a Junya Watanabe skirt added an avant-garde touch, further solidifying her status as an unwavering style muse.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThese garments reveal a woman who navigated public scrutiny with intelligence and grace,\u201d said Sotheby\u2019s Fashion Specialist Lucy Bishop, emphasizing Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s mastery of tailored simplicity and sophistication.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tom Brady at the premiere of “80 For Brady” held at Regency Village Theatre on January 31, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Gilbert Flore s\/ Variety via Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tom Brady\u2019s GOAT Collection: Watches and Treasures\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Complementing the fashion auction, Sotheby\u2019s unveiled <\/span>GOAT Collection: Watches and Treasures from Tom Brady<\/span><\/i>, featuring 41 meticulously curated items chronicling Brady\u2019s legendary 28-year career. The pi\u00e8ce de r\u00e9sistance? A Rolex Daytona \u2018John Player Special\u2019<\/a> \u2014 a yellow gold chronograph wristwatch estimated at $600,000\u2013$900,000. Brady sported this rare timepiece at the New England Patriots’ 2023 season opener, adding sentimental value to its already sky-high allure.<\/span><\/p>\n

The collection also included a Patek Philippe Grand Complication<\/a>, estimated at $200,000\u2013$400,000, a nod to Brady\u2019s appreciation for fine craftsmanship beyond the football field. Reflecting on his collection in <\/span>Sotheby\u2019s Magazine<\/span><\/i>, Brady said, \u201cTime is everything\u2026 I\u2019m recognizing that others will cherish these items as I have.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

A Testament to Legacy\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

This year\u2019s <\/span>Fashion Icons<\/span><\/i> sale wasn\u2019t just about exquisite fashion and luxury timepieces; it was a tribute to the legacies of two icons who defined their respective worlds. Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s perennial grace and Brady\u2019s unparalleled sportsmanship made for a captivating juxtaposition, reinforcing Sotheby\u2019s dedication to preserving the stories of cultural giants.<\/span><\/p>\n

Online bidding continues until December 17, with the garments and treasures on public display at Sotheby\u2019s New York from December 5\u201310. This year’s auction promises to etch its mark on the fashion and collectibles world, where elegance, influence, and legacy take center stage.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42743,"featured_media":97756,"template":"","format":"standard","categories":[23,38,17,16],"yoast_head":"\nSotheby's is Fashion's Favorite Auctioneer - Grazia USA<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Sotheby\u2019s Fashion Icons sale honors Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s elegance and Tom Brady\u2019s iconic timepieces, celebrating timeless style.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/sothebys-fashion-icons-carolyn-bessette-kennedy-tom-brady\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Sotheby's is Fashion's Favorite Auctioneer\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Sotheby\u2019s Fashion Icons sale honors Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy\u2019s elegance and Tom Brady\u2019s iconic timepieces, celebrating timeless style.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/sothebys-fashion-icons-carolyn-bessette-kennedy-tom-brady\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Grazia USA\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-12-09T18:52:28+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2024\/12\/Untitled-design-1024x576.png\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1024\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"576\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/png\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"4 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/sothebys-fashion-icons-carolyn-bessette-kennedy-tom-brady\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/sothebys-fashion-icons-carolyn-bessette-kennedy-tom-brady\/\",\"name\":\"Sotheby's is Fashion's Favorite Auctioneer - 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