The Anna Wintour and Grace Coddington dolls are works of artist Andrew Yang. Yang was commissioned by Barney's to create dolls of the famous Editor and Creative Director duo behind Vogue US.
The Wintour and Coddington dolls will be auctioned off on charitybuzz.com starting August 31, 2010, and the proceeds will benefit the New York City Aids Fund. Bidders will get a chance to own the Anna Wintour and Grace Coddington dolls, which are surely pieces of fashion history.
Fashion Powerhouse Figurines
Anna Wintour and Grace Coddington Dolls go to a Good Cause
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Industry Implications
1. Fashion Industry - Opportunity to create more designer dolls for fundraising or retail purposes.
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