Our June auction has something for everyone – from modern luxury to fine and rare antique dress. This sale also includes three very special but very different collections. The first collection we present is 20 lots from the wardrobe of the late Marianne Faithfull. Renowned for her haunting voice, bold spirit, and enduring influence on music and culture, Marianne Faithfull also left an indelible mark on the world of fashion. Emerging in the 1960s as one of the era’s most captivating performers, she became known for her distinctive style — often dressed in dramatic, monochromatic black ensembles that reflected both elegance and edge.
We are also offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire pieces from Zandra Rhodes’ personal archive. The collection comprises 92 lots ranging from her 1969 black felt ‘Circle’ coat, through to designs of the 2000s, including one important dress which was worn by Diana, Princess of Wales. These joyously colourful dresses include iconic designs from Dame Zandra Rhodes’ illustrious career. The sale will benefit the Zandra Rhodes Foundation: “I formed the Zandra Rhodes Foundation to carefully catalogue the momentous dresses I have designed over the last 60 years — each one hand-printed and handmade in my London studio. Now, for the first time, I am opening up my archive and offering a rare chance to own pieces from my life's work. With the expert guidance of Kerry Taylor, a curated selection of my most treasured, statement garments will find new homes around the world. Kerry’s exceptional eye has found chiffon kaftans from my very first collection, beaded evening gowns worn by Hollywood icons and royalty, experimental coats, pleated satin jackets and wonderful Boho pieces made in my renaissance period in the early 2000s.” - Dame Zandra Rhodes.
The third collection featured in this auction is that of the late Anne-Marie Sherwood, a lifelong collector of historic dress. Part I of her collection is included in this sale comprising 26 lots dating from the 18th to the early 20th centuries. Included are sumptuous Spitalfields and French brocades,18th-century stays, and mid-19th century printed cottons.
In addition to the three collections that we’re featuring in this auction, we begin the sale with a strong selection of Lagerfeld-era Chanel, particularly from the Métiers d'Art collections, which showcase the craftsmanship and skills of the artisans employed by Chanel. Modern fashion is well-represented, with rare examples by Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood, and John Paul Gaultier all making appearances in the catalogue. Icons of twentieth-century haute couture also have their place in the sale, from Schiaparelli haute couture to stunning silhouettes by Christian Dior. 2025 marks the 200th anniversary of Charles Frederick Worth’s birth, and we are pleased to present seven lots from the fashion house, dating from circa 1885 to 1908. Our earliest and perhaps most rare item in the sale is the gentleman’s ruffler worn by Sir Edwin Rich in the 1620s. Additionally, we have some further exceptional examples of 18th century dress, including a wonderful historicist oxblood silk gown dating from the 1780s, a rare 1790s hat, and a fabulous pair of silk damask high-heels from the early 18th century.
Lot 98 - An Alexander McQueen black devoré velvet evening dress, commercial collection 2004
Sold for £1,560
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 102 - An Alexander McQueen bias-cut chiffon dress, 'Deliverance' collection, Spring-Summer 2004
Sold for £9,750
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 105 - A Christian Dior by John Galliano purple silk chiffon evening dress, circa 2008
Sold for £1,950
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 106 - A Christian Dior by John Galliano embroidered silk ensemble, Pre-Collection 2006
Sold for £2,210
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 108 - A Christian Dior by John Galliano printed silk chiffon dress, 2005
Sold for £975
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 110 - A Christian Dior by John Galliano floral printed bias-cut chiffon dress, 2003
Sold for £2,080
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 112 - A rare Christian Dior by John Galliano brass and black leather belt, Autumn-Winter 2001-02
Sold for £845
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 116 - A Jean Paul Gaultier black velvet and chiffon dress, circa 2006
Sold for £312
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 119 - A fine Jean Paul Gaultier printed satin matador's 'chaquetilla', 2000s
Sold for £1,690
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 120 - A Thierry Mugler leather and tulle ensemble, circa 2000
Sold for £2,470
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 121 - A Thierry Mugler black leather jacket, circa 2000
Sold for £390
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 122 - A Thierry Mugler black crêpe 'Sex and the City funeral dress', circa 2000
Sold for £416
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 123 - A Roberto Cavalli embroidered black silk 'tattoo' evening gown, Spring-Summer 2003
Sold for £1,820
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 124 - A Ralph Lauren sequined pink chiffon cocktail dress, Spring-Summer 2005
Sold for £3,120
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 125 - An Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford printed teal silk ensemble, Autumn-Winter 2004-05
Sold for £1,950
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 126 - A Gucci by Tom Ford black goat fur and leather coat, Autumn-Winter 2004-05
Sold for £3,120
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 127 - A Gucci by Tom Ford nude silk-blend bodycon dress, Autumn-Winter 2003-04
Sold for £975
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 128 - A Gucci by Tom Ford snake-print rayon jersey dress, Spring-Summer 2000
Sold for £780
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 132 - An Azzedine Alaïa black Mongolian lamb fur coat, Autumn-Winter 2006-07
Sold for £1,430
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 133 - A Versace oroton and mirror embellished cocktail dress, Autumn-Winter 2007-08
Sold for £3,380
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 134 - A Yohji Yamamoto printed silk dress, Spring-Summer 2009
Sold for £624
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 137 - A fine and rare Issey Miyake pleated polyester starfish tunic, Autumn-Winter 1999-2000
Sold for £4,680
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 139 - An Issey Miyake layered blue and green crinkled polyester dress, Spring-Summer 1999
Sold for £4,420
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 140 - A Yohji Yamamoto black cotton jersey dress, Spring-Summer 1999
Sold for £910
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 141 - An Issey Miyake brown crinkled silk-blend dress, Spring-Summer 1998
Sold for £3,120
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 143 - An Issey Miyake white polyester-blend duvet coat, Autumn-Winter 1995-96
Sold for £3,120
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 144 - A rare Yohji Yamamoto shibori-dyed silk chiffon dress, Spring-Summer 1995
Sold for £3,380
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 145 - A rare Yohji Yamamoto black wool and wood ensemble, Autumn-Winter 1991-92
Sold for £2,340
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 147 - An Issey Miyake black pleated polyester coat, Autumn-Winter 1990-91
Sold for £650
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 148 - An important Issey Miyake pleated polyester dress, Spring-Summer 1990
Sold for £6,240
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 149 - A fine Issey Miyake black pleated polyester dress, probably Spring-Summer 1990
Sold for £3,900
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 151 - An Issey Miyake cotton kasuri weave ensemble, 1986
Sold for £2,860
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 154 - A Hanae Mori printed silk georgette evening gown, circa 1980
Sold for £546
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 155 - A Maison Martin Margiela artisanal black cotton laces bodice, Spring-Summer 2003
Sold for £5,720
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 156 - A fine Maison Martin Margiela artisanal leather glove top, Spring-Summer 2001
Sold for £7,800
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 158 - A Maison Martin Margiela artisanal dress, Autumn-Winter 1993-94
Sold for £5,200
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 159 - A Maison Martin Margiela artisanal dress, Autumn-Winter 1993-94
Sold for £1,950
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 161 - A Maison Martin Margiela knitted grey wool sweater, Autumn-Winter 1993-94
Sold for £364
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 165 - A Jean Paul Gaultier printed mesh dress, 'Cyberbaba' collection, Spring-Summer 1996
Sold for £1,105
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 170 - A Jean Paul Gaultier denim dress, circa 1994
Sold for £715
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 175 - An Alexander McQueen black leather skirt, 'Joan' collection, Autumn-Winter 1998-99
Sold for £1,820
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 179 - An early Alexander McQueen white cotton suit, circa 1996
Sold for £3,380
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 183 - A Christian Dior by John Galliano pink wool double-breasted coat, Autumn-Winter 1998-99
Sold for £715
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 185 - A John Galliano deep magenta wool crêpe dress, 'Cabaret' collection, Autumn-Winter 1998-99
Sold for £312
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 186 - A Christian Dior by John Galliano black crêpe evening dress, Autumn-Winter 1997-98
Sold for £2,600
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 187 - A John Galliano grey wool suit, circa 1998
Sold for £520
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 188 - A Givenchy by John Galliano grey pinstriped wool coat, Autumn-Winter 1996-97
Sold for £546
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 189 - A John Galliano black wool Minimono, 'Black' collection, Autumn-Winter 1994-95
Sold for £7,150
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)
Lot 190 - A John Galliano black satin Minimono, 'Black' collection, Autumn-Winter 1994-95
Sold for £8,450
Buyer's premium: 25% (exclusive of VAT)