Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's Prada Coat Sells for Record

0:00On this March 20th, here's what's making entertainment headlines. A camel product coat worn by Carolyn Bassett Kennedy in a famous 1998 photo just sold at auction for $192,000. Dollars, that's more than six times as top estimate and sets a world record for any of her garments. The sale by the fashion auctioneer totalled $48,750 with every item finding a buyer. So far, only seven authenticated pieces from her wardrobe have hit the market. These came from gifts Bassett Kennedy made to her close friend and John F. Kennedy Jr.'s assistant, Rosemary Tyrenzio. Tyrenzio shared some items she no longer wore, hoping they'd go to fans who appreciate her style. She donated part of the proceeds to a non-profit helping homeless mothers and kids. Other lots included vintage pieces from an anonymous collector, some worn in the recent FX series Love Story. Buyers from around the world snapped them up, including serious collectors,

1:00museums, and fashion fans. A produsker in boots went for $30,000 way above estimates. Interest has grown lately, boosted by shows and designers like Stoud, buying similar items earlier this year for nearly $180,000. Dollars combined. The big mystery remains where the rest of her closet ended up, from her Narciso Rodriguez wedding dress to everyday favorites. Without a will, her belongings likely passed to her parents under New York law, not the Kennedy family, her sister Lisa and step family keep a low profile and avoid the media. Experts say more pieces could surface, especially with the hot market for icons like her. Optionary Lucy Bishop hopes to advise on big items like the wedding dress someday. For now, her style keeps inspiring confidence and turning heads decades later. Thanks to our sponsor for supporting today's coverage, do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to, S-O-L-L-I, soleypillow.com