The buzz surrounding Michael Jackson’s death has not stopped, even after his burial on September 4th, 2009. Recently, fashion designer/celebrity collaborator, Christian Audigier, revealed his upcoming Christian Audigier x Michael Jackson collection. Audigier is also rumored to be the buyer of Jackson’s 30-million dollars Holmby Hills mansion. Many speculations about Michael Jackson’s debts also surfaced and has been grazing the headlines since his untimely death back in July. Sales of Jackson’s personal memorabilia is widely anticipated, and it’s a surprise that Australians actually are the ones lucky enough to hold the first-ever auction of the King of Pop’s famed bejeweled glove.

A bejeweled white glove once tossed by Michael Jackson to an Australian fan was sold at an auction last Sunday, for AU$57,600 or US$48,400. The glove was obtained by the fan over a decade ago in 1996 as a part of his HIStory world tour. and was sold almost twice the estimated selling price. Jackson tossed the glove at audience member Bill Hibble, at the Australian premiere for the film “Ghosts” in which he had a starring role. The lucky bidder is Warwick Stone, a buyer for the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, who exceeded the estimated selling price of AU$30,000. The glove was auctioned by the Melbourne auction house, Bonhams and Goodman. Charlotte Stanes, spokeswoman for the auction house stated:

“We are very happy with the result. It’s the first glove we know about in Australia.”

Will there be any more Michael Jackson fashion items up for auction? We’ll keep you informed.

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Early Years

Posing in his Afro, Michael was already a stylish young man back in the seventies.  As he separates from The Jacksons Five to pursue his solo career, he started developing his own style.

After the release of “Off The Wall” in 1979, Michael Jackson ushered in the Thriller age.  The swagger was a signature jacket which he made famous from his music video along with the Thriller dance moves. PVC, faux leather and brilliant red were the key catchphrase when referring to the jackets.

Michael entered the “Bad” years and he polished his performances as well as his costumes, to add dramatic touches to his concerts.   Aside from the dramatic costumes, he introduced some attires that are easily associated with him in the future:  the fedora, the arm band and the loose white shirt.

Michael’s fascination with embellishments on his show attire peaked in the “Dangerous” years, as the album blown every chart in the world.  Probably a token of his success, Michael Jackson started to gleam and shine in his glory with many gold, military style, which he wore to lead legions of fans around the world to the top of his career.

In the mid towards the end of the 90s, Michael Jackson entered his “HiStory” years.  Michael Jackson embraced his softer look wearing mostly lightweight flowy shirts -even barechested, as well as keeping his trademark of army-look, only this time slightly in futuristic mode.  Note that mirror-glasses he made famous as well.

In his later years, Michael Jackson released his last album: “Invincible” and it turned out that the man kept on being a head-turner wherever he went and whatever he did.  Here are some of Michael’s best looks in his last years.

The world has lost an icon.  Not just in music, Michael Jackson managed to touch every single aspect of popular culture, including fashion.  Rest In Peace, MJ.  You’ll be greatly missed.

Images via AllMichaelJackson.com