Recently, we pondered the price of shoes. But now, how about 15K for a bodysuit? Ever dreamed of slipping into Jeannie’s pink harem pants? Or perhaps twirling in Ginger Grant’s beaded gown? If so, you’ll love this month’s Heritage Auctions event. Because it’s a pop-culture fantasy come true. The classic TV costume auction showcases some of the most gorgeous women’s ensembles ever to grace the small screen. It’s a treasure trove of vintage television fashion from I Dream of Jeannie, Bewitched, Gilligan’s Island, and more.

From a Bewitched nightgown ensemble to Jeannie’s unforgettable pink-and-red harem costume, the classic TV costume auction captures the glamour and whimsy of 1960s television style. Even more, each piece is lovingly preserved and ready for its next close-up. Together, they remind us why fashion and fantasy have always gone hand in hand on the small screen.

Magic, nostalgia, and pink chiffon — Barbara Eden’s harem costume from I Dream of Jeannie, part of Heritage’s classic TV costume auction.
(All post images: Heritage Auctions / HA.com)

Inside the Classic TV Costume Auction: Glamour from the Golden Age

🌙 The Magic of Jeannie

No sitcom wardrobe was more instantly recognizable than Barbara Eden’s shimmering pink harem costume from I Dream of Jeannie (1965–1970). The design was so perfectly whimsical that it became a pop-culture shorthand for fantasy itself.
Meanwhile, also on the auction block is the striking “Evil Jeannie” ensemble in emerald and gold, complete with a flowing chiffon skirt.

💫 Star Power: From Catwoman to Wonder Woman

The 1960s and ’70s gave us heroines with style and strength.
For example, Lee Meriwether’s sleek Catwoman costume from Batman (1966) purrs with silver-screen confidence.
Likewise, Lynda Carter’s original Wonder Woman costume—gold corset, red boots, and those famous bracelets—still hums with nostalgia.

Starting bids run from $5,000 to $100,000, depending on rarity, but the magic? Priceless.

Screenshot: Heritage Auctions / HA.com — Lee Meriwether’s “Catwoman” costume, starting bid $15,000; Lot 82034, Lynda Carter “Wonder Woman” costume ensemble, estimate $60,000–$100,000

💋 Glamour on the Island and the Farm

From Gilligan’s Island (1964–1967), Tina Louise’s glittering “Ginger Grant” gown captures the campy sophistication of a Hollywood star stranded at sea.
Meanwhile, over in Hooterville, Eva Gabor’s “Lisa Douglas” negligee from Green Acres (1965–1971) proves that even a farm wife could lounge in feather-trimmed luxury.

Screenshots: Heritage Auctions / HA.com — Lot 82045, Tina Louise “Ginger Grant” gown from Gilligan’s Island, estimate $4,000–$6,000; Lot 82052, Eva Gabor “Lisa Douglas” robe from Green Acres, estimate $3,000–$5,000

🪄 Witches, Vampires, and Space Explorers

The supernatural got stylish, too.
Bewitched fans will swoon over Elizabeth Montgomery’s powder-blue “Samantha” nightgown and Agnes Moorehead’s sequin-rainbow “Endora” robe. Both looks remain timelessly magical.

Yvonne De Carlo’s bat-wing gown from The Munsters is equal parts gothic and glamorous.
And Nichelle Nichols’s red “Lt. Uhura” uniform from Star Trek stands as a symbol of futuristic femininity that broke barriers in more ways than one.

Screenshots: Heritage Auctions / HA.com — Lot 82060, Elizabeth Montgomery “Samantha Stephens” costume from Bewitched, estimate $8,000–$12,000; Lot 82061, Agnes Moorehead “Endora” costume from Bewitched, estimate $10,000–$15,000; Lot 82075, Yvonne De Carlo “Lily Munster” gown from The Munsters, estimate $12,000–$18,000; Lot 82084, Nichelle Nichols “Lt. Uhura” uniform from Star Trek, estimate $25,000–$40,000

💎 Why It Matters

Dr. Stewart Berkowitz, a lifelong collector, called himself a “steward of television history.”
His collection reminds us that the small screen once felt larger than life. It was a kaleidoscope of color, character, and creativity.

These weren’t just costumes. They were cultural touchstones—the threads that stitched together decades of laughter, fantasy, and style.

As Heritage Auctions puts it:

“His efforts in assembling this collection embody the true spirit of collecting—dedication, patience, and a genuine passion that only grows over time.”

🕰 Bid, Browse, or Simply Daydream

The Stewart Berkowitz Television Treasures auction runs this month at Heritage Auctions (HA.com). Bidding is now open on more than 400 pieces of television history.

Whether you’re a serious collector or simply someone who loves a peek behind the velvet curtain of nostalgia, this is one rerun worth revisiting.