# $1.3M Diamond Shirt Gianfranco Ferre Design By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-12-15 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gianfranco-ferre References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/diamond-studded-top-worth-13-million-up-for-silent-auction/) If you think there's anything diamonds don't look totally hot on, then you haven't been paying attention. The latest in [diamonds on clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kansas-city-chiefs) is a one-off top estimated to be worth $1.3 million. The shirt has 905 glitzy [diamonds mounted on 18K white gold](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marrow-martini) and woven in at 254 carats. Gianfranco Ferre put his signature on this design before he died. **Implications** - Even though most contemporary fashion collections contain androgynous and subdued looks, many designers and couture houses that cater to a [luxurious crowd](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dior-necklace) are taking luxe to the max. Instead of hiding how much money you have, some consumers wish to make it known through their clothing, especially since the economic downturn. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Diamond-encrusted Fashion:** Opportunity to create high-end fashion items adorned with diamonds for consumers who want to showcase their wealth. - **Luxury Statement Pieces:** Opportunity to design extravagant clothing items for individuals who desire to flaunt their affluence. - **Ultra-luxury Fashion:** Opportunity to tap into the demand for exclusive and opulent apparel. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **High-end Fashion:** Industry that can explore incorporating diamonds into their designs for customers seeking ostentatious clothing items. - **Diamond Jewelry:** Industry that can expand into creating diamond-adorned garments to cater to the luxury market. - **Luxury Goods:** Industry that can embrace the trend of embellishing clothing items with diamonds to cater to affluent consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metal-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-islands-metal-mesh-jacket.md) - [High-End Organic Statement Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s-carter-designs.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Pet Collars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pet-jewelry1.md) - [Dramatically Luxurious Leather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocodile-leather-jacket.md) - [South Korean Diamond Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotte-world-tower.md) - [Gem-Studded Songwriter Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandana-royale.md) - [Diamond Smartwatch Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-concept-1.md) - [Tequila Diamond Brooches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tequila-diamond.md) - [Luxe Diamond Watch Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-concept.md)