What began with some window shopping in Italy is ending with a special Christie's auction to benefit the Obama Foundation's Girls Opportunity Alliance.the origin story behind the two Schiaparelli looks she selected for the Emmy Awards, an event that ended with her in possession of a trophy for her work on HBO's. King said about a year and a half ago, she was on vacation in Florence where she happened to pass by the couture house's shop.
Both looks have now been confirmed to hit the auction block for a special Christie's online sale, Schiaparelli: Regina King Emmy Outfits, with proceeds funneled to the Obama Foundation’s Girls Opportunity Alliance. Bidding is set for Oct. 23-30 and per today's news, there will also be a public display at Christie’s Los Angeles through its Beverly Hills gallery-front windows. Private appointments are also available.
“Working with Schiaparelli has been very gratifying. They are an historic brand that represents class and a positive work ethic which are the same values I try to live by," King said in reference to the auction."Supporting the Obama Foundation’s Girls Opportunity Alliance is another example of why working with Schiaparelli has been so rewarding.”
Added Schiaparelli artistic director Daniel Roseberry:"Ms. King is an icon, both of her craft and of this moment. I couldn't be more honored to have dressed her for the Emmy Awards and am proud to support the Girls Opportunity Alliance. We at Maison Schiaparelli join the Obama Foundation in celebrating the inherent power of women and are committed to inspiring and supporting adolescent girls through the empowering nature of fashion.
As part of the auction, Schiaparelli will also gift original sketches of each look that are signed by Roseberry and King as well as complimentary alterations.
I have no right to be, but I’m so proud of her!! From 227 to the directors chair. She’s resilient and her talent knows no bounds! Congratulations Regina!! She should be Time’s Woman of the Year!
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