The hundreds of outfits and accessories featured in the film "The Devil Wears Prada," which opens today, surely will inspire some moviegoers to spruce up their wardrobes, and 20th Century Fox and several fashion-industry partners couldn't pass up an opportunity to help. There are several tie-ins to the movie, including charity auctions of costumes worn by stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway.
Some items were reserved for an eBay auction, which began Sunday, that benefits Dress for Success, an organization that helps prepare low-income women for career development. A Cincinnati outlet is at 135 W. Fourth St.
Among the designer pieces available online are a Valentino white sheer silk chiffon tuxedo blouse, a Bill Blass charcoal pinstripe suit, a Calvin Klein wool coat, a Prada black cocktail dress and a Nancy Gonzales brown woven bag. Gonzales isn't a household name - yet, says eBay fashion director Constance White.
Likely the hottest items in the auction, though, are shoes, including some Christian Louboutins and a pair of Azzedine Alaïa maroon and black suede pumps. www.ebay.com
Amazon.com has launched a "boutique" dedicated to the film on its Web site, featuring a handbag created by fashion designer Patricia Field. It's a shoulder bag in brown distressed faux leather with a tassel and metallic embellishment. www.amazon.com/devilwearsprada/
Beauty retailer Sephora, which has a store in Kenwood Towne Centre, teamed with Prada, New York-based hairstylist Oscar Blandi and Christian Dior for a series of products based on the movie that Sephora beauty editor Julie Redfern promises will "bring out the movie star in all of us." www.sephora.com
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