Marilyn Monroe Style

<p>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. <br><strong><em>Marilyn Monroe Style</em></strong> 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. <br>Born Norma Jeane Mortensen, whenever she ¿became¿ Marilyn, she mesmerised 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. <br>Written by Terry Newman ¿ the bestselling author of <em>Taylor Swift and the Clothes She Wears</em> ¿ this book tells the story of Marilyn¿s life through clothes and is essential reading for Marilyn Monroe fans everywhere.