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As the world famous auction house, most auction objects both have absolute value and are also very practical. In addition to museum quality clothes of 18th century, more objects for auction are advanced customized as well as early clothing of big brands. Besides, the antique level Hermes bags, Chanel jewelry are also available. That’s why auction objects are so expensive and valuable. As for vintage, different people have different view about it. Before I have the privilege to participate in an auction in London, the participants in the auction as expected are all over 50 years old. It seems that western people have profound love for vintage style products; there is a big difference between western people and Chinese people. Chinese people are more inclined to choose modern products, no matter brass beads or headpins. Western people like vintage style, it signifies good taste and high quality life, while for Chinese, we like something new. During student days in London, initially buying vintage is because of cheap price. For most part, there is the impact of regional culture. Heavy atmosphere on the streets and intensive shops make people very easily fascinated by vintage style. But if you want to have real designer vintage, Kerry Taylor Auctions should be mentioned. The founder of auction house is Kerry Taylor who began to work in Sotheby’s auction. At the age of 21, she became the youngest auctioneer. She restored antique clothing auction which discontinued for many years and also held some special topics auction activities. Later she created Kerry Taylor Auctions and dedicated to antique clothing auction industry. Celebrity may be able to demonstrate the authority of Kerry Taylor Auctions. Since the establishment of auction house, it has closely cooperated with the style of the world famous icons, for example Daphne Guinness, veteran supermodel Jerry Hall and Marie Helvin. Even a series clothing of goddess Audrey Hepburn is in the hands of different collectors around the world through Kerry Taylor Auctions. The clothes worn by Princess Diana in 1981 have been got the highest price of the auction house since its establishment. Auction House attaches great importance to Oriental elements, in between all kinds of classic old European design house; you can always see some antique clothing from the Middle East and East Asia, sometimes, you can even see robes. In contrast to the Chinese market, the antique dress is not so popular. The invasion of fast-paced brands and the luxury market, some luxury clothes lose its original value.
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