The world's most expensive dress?

Updated 09.48 Sun May 18 2008

A dress worth a million dollars is going up for auction this week in Cannes.

All the money will go to charity and it is attracting a lot of celebrity interest.

It has been created by Italian designer Alberta Ferretti and the proceeds will go towards aids research

No wonder. The dress sparkling with diamonds.

It has been created by Italian designer Alberta Ferretti and the proceeds will go towards aids research.

Actors Cate Blanchett and Juliette Lewis were among the celebs giving the support to the cause, while Madonna and Sharon Stone are expected to turn out for the bidding.

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