Reese Witherspoon wears Zac Posen at the Golden Globes 2018. Rex
What happens to a red carpet gown after the big night? This question was asked more than usual following the historic Time’s Up red carpet at the Golden Globe Awards, where actresses, actors, and activists wore black to show their support for victims of sexual harassment, abuse, and inequality. Had it been a “normal” awards show, Nicole Kidman might have sent her Givenchy gown back to Paris to be stored in the archives, or perhaps Zoë Kravitz would have re-worn her Saint Laurent column to another party (she seems like the type who wouldn’t fret over repeats). But those dresses became symbols of awareness and social change, so people were understandably curious about their futures.
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This year, design houses and celebrities are trying something different. Condé Nast has partnered with Time’s Up and eBay for Charity to host an auction of Golden Globes gowns and tuxedos, with all proceeds benefiting the Time’s Up Legal Defence Fund, which connects victims of sexual harassment with legal representation and assistance. This Friday, January 19 at 9am EST, eBay shoppers will be able to bid on Reese Witherspoon’s Zac Posen gown, Tracee Ellis Ross’s Marc Jacobs dress and turban, Hugh Jackman’s Brioni tuxedo, Claire Foy’s Stella McCartney suit, and 35 further pieces donated by top designers.
Tracee Ellis wears Marc Jacobs at the Golden Globes 2018. Rex
“At Condé Nast, we’ve always believed in the importance of swift action to support meaningful social change,” says Anna Wintour, artistic director of Condé Nast and editor-in-chief of American Vogue. “Through this auction, powered by eBay for Charity, and harnessing the compelling pull of both fashion and activism, we’re hopeful that the black dresses worn at this year’s historic Golden Globe Awards will raise funds for the Time’s Up initiative and serve to support the stories and voices of those who have been victims of sexual misconduct.”
Devin Wenig, president and CEO of eBay, adds: “Celebrating, safeguarding, and increasing diversity and inclusion is a value that is core to eBay’s culture — as an employer and as one of the world’s leading commerce platforms. As a company that supports gender pay equity and believes strongly that workplace environments should be free of offensive and hurtful behaviour, we are proud to partner with the Time’s Up Legal Defence Fund and Condé Nast to raise funds for this important cause.”
The auction will last until January 26, and three dresses will be sold via a “sweepstakes model,” in which eBay users can donate $25 or more to the Time’s Up Legal Defence Fund for a chance to win a dress of their choice. Browse the auction today at ebay.com/TimesUp.
First published on Vogue.com, written by Emily Farra.
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