Mary Quant's wardrobe auction features iconic fashion pieces

Mary Quant's personal wardrobe will be auctioned off on March 25 at Kerry Taylor Auctions in London. The auction features 35 lots, including Quant’s own designs and pieces from famous designers like Chanel, Vivienne Westwood, and Yves Saint Laurent. Quant was a key figure in women’s fashion during the 1950s and 1960s. Known for her short hemlines and bold patterns, she inspired many with her style. The auction includes clothing from the 1950s to the 1980s, alongside accessories and merchandise from the 1970s. Kerry Taylor, the auction house's founder, visited Quant’s country house. She selected items that were well preserved. Taylor described the space as filled with clothes, showing that fashion was a constant part of Quant’s life. Highlights include a brown wool dress from 1968, a black leather minidress from 1966, and various accessories. Taylor noted that Quant maintained her cool style even in her later years, often wearing high-end designer pieces. The auction will have a range of price estimates from 200 to 800 pounds. Taylor hopes this approach will make the items accessible to more bidders. She believes it’s better to let the market set the prices rather than starting with high estimates.