SpearsAwards08.jpg And she's thinking outside the box, y'all!

Britney Spears will auction off the silver Atelier Versace dress that she wore to the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards, and the proceeds will go to Haitian earthquake victims.

Yesterday Britney and her father Jamie appeared at LA County Superior Court, and while they discussed the conservatorship, they also handled the issue of the charitable donation. The court official approved Jamie's request to donate the sexy vintage frock as it is an item that is "no longer useful to Ms. Spears or her estate."

Samuel Ingham, Britney's court appointed attorney added, "[Britney] is perfectly satisfied with her daddy dealing with this property. She was very enthusiastic with the donation to Haiti relief. We are looking forward to making progress with the conservatorship."