Marilyn Monroe Style

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Marilyn Monroe’s world was the stuff of fairy-tale - the orphan who conquered Hollywood and hailed as the most beautiful woman in the world before her untimely death in 1962.Marily n Monroe Style celebrates Marilyn’s impact on fashion by revealing the influence of her many iconic looks. Her wardrobe encompassed sensual femininity as well as low-key minimalism. Outfits span from shimmering showpieces such as the Jean Louis gown worn to serenade JFK on his birthday, to Pucci slacks and cats-eye spectacles.Born Norma Jeane Mortensen, whenever she ‘became’ Marilyn, she mesmerized onlookers with showstopping outfits that helped make her a legend, yet throughout her life the clothes she wore represented many ways of being a woman.Written by Terry Newman – the bestselling author of Taylor Swift and the Clothes She Wears – this book tells the story of Marilyn’s life through clothes and is essential reading for Marilyn Monroe fans everywhere.Published in collaboration with the Estate of Marilyn Monroe. Product Details: Publisher ‏ : ‎ ACC Art Books Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 7, 2024 Language ‏ : ‎ English Print length ‏ : ‎ 224 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1788842766 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1788842761 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.95 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.66 x 0.95 x 10.63 inches Show more