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Pink Thing of The Day: Pink Pucci Top Worn By Marilyn Monroe

pink top worn by marilyn monroe photo by gail worley
Photos By Gail

Marilyn Monroe’s fashion sense changed over the last two years of her life.  She started wearing clothing designed by Emilio Pucci in 1961, as she liked the wrinkle-free silk designs that clung to her body.  Upon first discovering Pucci’s designs in a Fifth Avenue store, Marilyn remarked to Susan Strasberg:

“Gee, if it fits the hanger that well, imagine what it could look like on me!”

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Eye On Design: Lucy Jones Shirt for Wheelchair Users

Lucy Jones Shirt
All Photos By Gail

Lucy Jones creates fashionable garments for wheelchair users and people with diverse abilities who sit for extended hours at a time, as both groups of people are often unable to consume mainstream fashion. Jones designed this Shirt (2017) for a seated body. It has a cropped silhouette to prevent bunching and discomfort, and features easy-to-use magnetic fasteners.
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