Rediscover the iconic fashion from Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, featuring Padmé Amidala, with these intricate paper doll designs.
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Not since Princess Leia's infamous twin buns did Star Wars see such a trend-setting fashion moment, but it was the prequels that truly introduced a style icon of the galaxy - none other than Padmé Amidala. While her elaborate Queen of Naboo attire left an impression in The Phantom Menace, it was Attack of the Clones where the Natalie Portman character truly shone with her love of flowing fabrics and sleek battle gear.
Leveraging the enduring fascination with Star Wars, Lucasfilm wasted no time capitalizing on this by releasing a book of paper dolls, a tribute to costume designer Trisha Biggar's breathtaking designs. And although it's been over two decades since the movie's premiere, authentic copies of the book - Star Wars: Attack of the Clones: Padmé Amidala Paper Doll Book, published by Random House and featuring illustrations by Joyce Patti - are becoming increasingly rare these days.
Fear not, though! As part of an imminent Star Wars sale timed to celebrate May the Fourth, Heritage Auctions is offering something truly special: not a copy of the book, but the stunningly intricate original Joyce Patti acrylic-on-paper artworks mounted on illustration boards that capture every minute detail.
These eight masterpieces, each measuring approximately 13.25 inches x 20 inches, give a unique insight into Padmé's transformation into a Senator representing Naboo, and her personal style while courting Anakin Skywalker. "From her loyalist dress to her Tatooine blue dress, her picnic dress, her dinner dress, her refugee dress, her wedding gown, and her Geonosis battle attire," Heritage Auction details, "these artworks highlight every facet of Padmé's enigmatic persona." Anakin also gets a turn in the spotlight, albeit his Jedi attire pales in comparison to Padmé's undeniable galactic allure.
Just remember that if you're keen on owning these priceless pieces, you'll need to shell out a regal sum of $3,000 as the starting bid. To get started with placing your bid, click here. And to explore the entire Star Wars auction, click here.
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- These eight pieces, each a masterclass in detail, showcase Leia's transformation from a Senator representing Naboo to her personal style while courting Anakin Skywalker.
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