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Marilyn Monroe's Wardrobe: A Hollywood Icon's Style Unveiled
5 Jun
Summary
- Exhibition explores Monroe's public and private wardrobe, from film costumes to everyday wear.
- New skincare brand Icon Skincare is inspired by Monroe's Golden Age esthetician.
- Events worldwide celebrate the centennial of Marilyn Monroe's birth in 2026.
The "Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon" exhibition at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures offers a deep dive into the star's fashion, running through February 2027. It highlights both her on-screen costumes and her personal wardrobe, featuring items from midcentury Los Angeles brand Jax and a proto-Skims waist trainer. This exhibition is a significant part of worldwide events commemorating the centennial of Marilyn Monroe's birth, which falls on June 1, 2026.
The exhibition also touches upon Monroe's influence on modern culture, including the recent launch of Icon Skincare. This new brand was developed in collaboration with the esthetician who cared for Monroe's skin during Hollywood's Golden Age. The collection incorporates unique formulations inspired by historical beauty practices.
Beyond the exhibition, other Los Angeles cultural events include a new store opening by Noah, a brand blending East Coast prep with West Coast skate culture, and Catherine Opie's photographic exhibition "Holding Blue" at Regen Projects, which captures Norway's dramatic Arctic landscapes.
