Fans recreate Marilyn Monroe’s iconic styles

Marilyn Monroersquos is the image that flashes to most peoplersquos minds when they hear the words classic Hollywood glamour The starrsquos sartorial legacy which was as evident in her films such as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Seven Year Itch as her offscreen appearances has inspired fashion lovers of all ages And as CubanSpanish actor Ana de Armas prepares to take centre stage as Monroe in the biographical drama Blonde to be released later this year fashion lovers pay homage to Monroersquos mostloved on and offscreen looksDeliberate in denimMonroe has been credited with popularising denim for a whole generation of young women When she wore jeans she embodied the garmentrsquos unabashedly sexy and rebellious nature says fashion blogger Khushnaz Turner ldquoThis double denim look can easily go wrong but the right cut and a relaxed fit give it a timeless appeal You could choose a pair of jeans that works with your body type Look for interesting accents such as a belt or visible pockets to break up the lookrdquo she adds High heels in a bright colour can soften the ensemble and add a hint of playfulness she suggestsOff dutychicWhen she wasnrsquot dazzling in satin floorlength gowns Monroe dressed down in classic staples and was quite partial to wellfitted trousers This ensemble comprising a black turtleneck and white cigarette pants is an excellent example of the same explains media educator and fashion blogger Sthitipragnya Dash ldquoAdd a pop of colour with a vibrant lipstick keep the footwear simplerdquo she suggests You could also experiment with a monochrome theme and choose different textures for your top and bottom halves Stick to highwaist and streamlined silhouettesDelicate dressesMonroe loved wearing white and many of her dresses had dainty ruffles on them says Turner ldquoSuch dresses make for essential summer wear and can easily be dressed up or down depending on how you accessorise them Adding a turban and flats can lend a bohemian vibe while simple heels or ballet pumps and a jacket or bolero add a formal touchrdquo she says Avoid chunky jewellery in favour of delicate pieces that accentuate your facial features Complete your look with a large straw tote or a satchel bag in a neutral or pastel colourFloral layersA large part of Monroersquos appeal was her femininity which she wasnrsquot afraid to flaunt ldquoThis look from the movie Somethingrsquos Got to Give is a classic example of her style She paired a floral figurehugging number with an oversized trench to add a touch of mystery This look works best with large sunglasses and kitten heels another Monroe favouriterdquo Dash says Stick to smallersized prints for more formal occasions these are flattering to more body types and can easily be worn from day to nightMarketing professionalGayatri Thampi says ldquoMarilyn insisted on keeping her facial hair she believed it gave her a blurring effect She was also partial to dewy makeup and contoured her lips to make them fullerrdquo