Would you pay $45,000—or over 38 lakh rupees—for a designer dress with no authentication? One eBay seller is hoping someone will.
A listing on eBay claims to offer the iconic Dior wedding dress worn by Melania Trump in 2005 when she married Donald Trump. The seller alleges she purchased the gown in 2010 for $70,000, made minor alterations, and even wore it to her own wedding. Now, she’s putting it up for sale at a steep discount.
But here’s the catch—there’s no solid proof that this is the dress. While the listing includes photos of a very similar-looking gown, there’s no official authentication, designer confirmation, or ownership records. Even more suspicious? Sources close to the Trumps claim that Melania’s actual dress is still safely stored at Mar-a-Lago, the Florida estate that doubles as a resort and National Historic Landmark.
The original gown, a custom-made Dior creation, was reportedly so elaborate that it weighed nearly 60 pounds and featured intricate embroidery and crystals. If the real dress is indeed preserved at Mar-a-Lago, then what exactly is this seller offering?
Without concrete proof, this listing could be a costly mistake for an unsuspecting buyer. Authentication is everything in the world of high-fashion collectibles, and purchasing a designer piece without it is a risky move.
Whether this eBay listing is an innocent mistake or an intentional attempt to mislead, one thing is clear: buyers should be cautious. Spending $45,000 on an unverified dress could turn out to be a lesson in due diligence—or an expensive regret.
