Marilyn Monroe Fashion Inspiration

Daisy Fuentes tweeted this image of Marilyn Monroe yesterday and it inspired me to write this piece.  The worlds most famous sex symbol has been dead for almost fifty years. Marilyn Monroe continues to influence fashion from the Marilyn Monroe piercing, Marilyn Monroe Hairstyle, Marilyn Monroe Make-up to Marilyn Monroe dresses.

Marilyn Monroe is the perfect example of a woman that examined her body and dressed to accentuate her best features. She single handily created her iconic look-platinum blond hair, red inviting lips and killer dresses. Like many women , Marilyn Monroe dressed for men.  The purpose of her outfits were to show off her body which she knew was the key to her success.

Looking at Marilyn Monroe pictures there are few with her wearing loud colored dresses. She preferred classic muted hues but her favorite was white. What I personally loved about her style was the simplicity. Her jewelry was always kept classic, timeless and elegant. She did not like to wear colored gems and always wore diamonds, she wanted her face to be the focus.

As a sex symbol she understood the fine line line between being sexy and looking vulgar. Yes your clothes should be fitted to your body but always keep in mind you're a lady.

Less is more when it comes to accessorizing.

To many women accessorizing can be challenging but it does not have to be if you follow these simple rules. I learned to accessorize by listening to my mother's critical comments about women that over accessorized, she would call them walking Christmas trees. I remember being five when she made the comparison, the Fashionista in me got the visual and ever since than I look at the mirror before I leave to any event to make sure I do not look like a walking Christmas tree. 

When selecting accessories first examine your outfit and yourself.  We all have a favorite part of our body this is the reason why we accessorize, to compliment our outfits by bring attention to our best features. Depending on the neckline of your top or dress choose the appropriate necklace to enhance it. If you are wearing a V-neck a Y drop or lariat  necklace will compliment the neckline and will also bring attention to your "girls." 

A wide belt is great to make a waist appear small paired with high heels you will instantly lose ten pounds. We have all heard that the color Black makes us appear thinner to the point that most of us look like we are mourning. Ladies I invite you to make a stand and free yourselves from wearing all black.  Yes black makes does make us look thinner but it also makes you look too serious, just look at a nun. This is where choosing the right accessories can make a difference. If you a wearing a black dress choose colorful accessories, red heels for a night out, a hot pink belt to draw attention to your waist, turquoise earrings wearing black does not have to be boring. 

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