Reality TV star Kim Kardashian stoked controversy when she wore Marilyn’s ‘Happy Birthday Mr. President‘ dress last year. Now, Kim … More
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Marilyn, Jean Louis and More in ‘Yours Retro’
Jean Louis, who became Marilyn’s preferred costumer in her final years, is honoured with a 3-page profile in the September … More
Marilyn and the ‘Divas’ at London’s V+A
Marilyn is featured in DIVA, a new exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum (the V&A), celebrating the power and … More
Marilyn Brings ‘America’s Secret’ to Provence
Marilyn Monroe: America’s Secret, a new exhibition featuring photographs, clothing and personal items – and even a reconstruction of Marilyn’s … More
‘Sheer Power’: When Marilyn’s Dress Made History
Writing for Vogue, Hannah Jackson retraces the history of the ‘naked dress,’ from pre-Revolutionary France to Marilyn and beyond. “Lately … More
Why Marilyn’s Classic Hollywood Style Still Makes Headlines
Marilyn wasn’t considered a fashion icon in her lifetime – in fact, some of her daring style choices were frowned … More
Halsey Takes Glamour Tips From Marilyn
Singer Halsey, who recently launched a cosmetics line, shared a ‘Marilyn Mon-Red moment’ with fans on Instagram yesterday, as Teen … More
Collectors and Historians Condemn Damage to Marilyn’s ‘Birthday Dress’
As Marilyn’s ‘Happy Birthday Mr President’ dress goes back on display at Ripley’s Hollywood – following reality TV star Kim … More
Julien’s Auctions to Celebrate Marilyn’s 96th Birthday
Julien’s Auctions is hosting an online sale of photographs and memorabilia next week, celebrating what would be Marilyn’s 96th birthday. … More
Marilyn’s ‘Birthday Dress’ Reuse Criticised by ICOM and Bob Mackie
Following the furore over Kim Kardashian wearing Marilyn’s ‘birthday dress’ at the Met Gala (see here), the Costume Committee for … More