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If we take haute couture and Hermes out of the equation, the Row’s crocodile backpack is probably the most expensive high fashion thing on the market right now. But Proenza Schouler’s SS12 collection is giving the Olsens a run for their money. Moda Operandi just launched their Proenza trunk show and if your closets in need of a palm print you’re in luck. On one end of the spectrum, we have the printed neoprene sheath for $3,950.  On the other is the beaded finale dress at left. It’ll set you back $22,500. That’s about half a year of Harvard tuition or $500 less than the starting price of a Prius. Can’t quite bring yourself to spend that on a cocktail dress? Mere mortals can invest in spring Proenza for just $1,850 by pre-ordering a palm print PS1 on the brand’s site. If, however, the dress sounds like a bargain, have you heard about the new Dior suite?