The talented and beautiful Marilyn Monroe has been a sex symbol for entire generations and is known for having starred in several films, in the 1950s and 1960s. She was a self-made woman, starting with television dramas, all the way to the big screen. If you want to look like Marilyn Monroe, you need to have her makeup, her hair and her style and be comfortable in them.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: The Style
Step 1. Wear the right clothes
Marilyn Monroe is known for her beauty and sexy dresses, and if you want to be like her, you need to feel comfortable wearing them whenever you can. The clothes she wore enhanced her hourglass figure, with a nice neckline or a belt around her waist. Here are some dresses to get inspiration from:
- A dress to tie behind the neck; is the most famous of his collection, appearing in When the Wife is on Vacation. The dress was white, with a fluttering skirt, which made her look gorgeous when a little wind blew, showing her beautiful legs
- Strapless dresses.
- Dresses with a sweetheart neckline, to emphasize the bust.
- Red dresses. She is famous for her dresses that match the color of her lipstick: with or without straps or with sleeves that fall down the shoulders.
- Flounced dresses, white or silver. Marilyn loved to wear these classic colors and dresses with flounces in the skirts. Add some sequins for a more glamorous look.
- Although she preferred plain colored dresses, Marilyn also wore polka dot or floral ones; she also wore striped dresses.
Step 2. Try a more casual Marilyn look too
Although you might think she only ever wore clothes, she also liked to be a little more casual on certain occasions. You can't always walk around dressed up and, for days that call for a more casual look, you can follow her style and keep all your sensuality. Here are some to try:
- High-waisted jeans, paired with a white blouse to tie at the waist.
- A heavy oversized sweater.
- A denim jacket.
- A simple black turtleneck.
- A black and white striped turtleneck.
- A blouse to tie at the waist with red and white stripes.
- An orange shirt with a high collar and long sleeves.
- Black checkered pants.
Step 3. Wear shoes like Marilyn's
Even though her favorite designer (as far as shoes are concerned) was Salvatore Ferragamo, you don't have to wear luxury shoes. You just have to imitate his model; Marilyn was famous for these:
- White or cream-colored pumps.
- Stiletto heels with black laces.
- Cream-colored ballet flats.
- Heels with straps, in a traditional cream color.
- Black heels with platform.
- Brown heels with white strap.
- Red heels with sequins.
- White shoes with low heel.
Step 4. Wear the right colors
Marilyn wore beige, brown, black, cream, forest green and white (especially the champagne color); while avoiding flashy colors, except red. It might help you to know that her favorite shop was Bloomingdale's and the designer was Emilio Pucci. However, you don't have to wear high fashion clothes to be like Marilyn; well-made imitations are fine too.
You can mix solid colors with stripes and floral patterns
Step 5. Put on Marilyn's accessories
To complete her look, you just need this; they will emphasize your outfit and make you feel sexy and mysterious. Here are some to try:
- A thick belt to wear around the waist.
- A pink handkerchief tied around the head.
- Big black sunglasses.
- A white fur to give a glamorous touch to any dress.
- A white beach hat, a big one.
- White shawl around the forearms.
Step 6. Complete the look
To be like her, you need to have the clothes Marilyn wore every day, so that you look like her every day of the week. Here are some of the things you need to be like Marilyn Monroe:
- The classic one-piece swimsuit, white and strapless.
- Pencil skirts of every color.
- A pair of high-waisted white pants.
- A pointed bra, for a true 1950s look.
- Objects with bows.
Step 7. Put on the right jewelry
Marilyn knew that no glamorous look would be complete without jewelry. If you want to be like her, choose simple ones, such as a pearl necklace and a pair of chandelier or pearl earrings, paired with a more elaborate necklace. The important thing is to have class, without overdoing it.
- Sometimes, Marilyn wore more flashy jewelry, such as a large orange necklace.
- Occasionally, she was also seen wearing silver bracelets.
Part 2 of 3: Makeup and Hair
Step 1. Dye your hair blonde
We all know that Marilyn Monroe was not a natural blonde. While you don't have to change your hair color or convince yourself that men prefer blondes, you can if you really want to be like Marilyn. Dye yourself a golden blonde before getting her hair cut.
Although hardly anyone remembers her as a brunette, when she was younger Marilyn sported her natural and jaunty look, with a nice curly head. He also carried them smooth and over the shoulder
Step 2. Get her cut
If you want to be like her, get a nice cut at shoulder height, shorter in the front and longer in the back. Once done, you can get more volume by applying a little gel to damp hair and drying it in sections. If they are curly, try ironing them first.
- Once the hair is dry, divide it into sections and spray some gel; then apply the thermal curlers. When you're ready to take them off, brush your hair forward and apply the hairspray from underneath.
- Marilyn Monroe didn't have bangs; she had a nice wave of hair on her forehead.
- For more puffy hair throw it back and work it a little with mousse.
- Unlike today's celebrities, Marilyn Monroe didn't change her hair and color every week. Her hair was always blonde and wavy and always fell over her shoulders (front) and down her neck (back). Instead, he experimented with the shape of the curls: sometimes he wore them very curly and short, other times longer and wavy.
Step 3. Try to always have perfect skin
Marilyn's makeup artist Whitney Snyder claims she applied petroleum jelly to her face for smooth, glowing skin. Although this may be a bit exaggerated and can risk drying out the skin, he also says he washed his face fifteen times a day, to avoid blackheads. He also used a moisturizer from Nivea. If you want to be like Marilyn, you need to keep your skin soft and clean.
- Marilyn Monroe was slightly pale. If you really want to imitate her, you don't have to tan. If you have dark skin, you can also mimic its more vintage look!
- For beautiful skin apply a little base then cover it with illuminating powder; Marilyn used products from Anita of Denmark and Erno Laszlo, but the important thing is to find the products that work best for you.
Step 4. The lipstick
To have Marilyn Monroe lips, you should apply several coats of red or crimson lipstick. Today, the color closest to what Marilyn wore is Guerlain Kiss Kiss Lipstick, # 522. Sometimes he wore a darker shade, others a lighter shade (peach). Find the one that best suits your complexion and the occasion.
- Marilyn Monroe had full, plump lips. Use a lip liner to accentuate them and make the upper lip full and sensual, like the lower one.
- Sometimes, he overdid it, enlarging the cleft of the upper lip; you can do it too, with the help of a pencil. You can also add a little foundation to create the effect.
Step 5. The eyes
To have Marilyn Monroe's beautiful eyes, apply three shades of eyeshadow. Use the darker one for the crease of the eye, the medium shade on the eyelids and the lighter shade in the browbone. He often used a blue or peach color; at times it seemed like she wasn't wearing it at all.
- Apply at least two coats of black mascara; Marilyn was known for long lashes. You can also try false lashes or curl them, to emphasize them.
- You can also use a touch of eyeliner along the lashes to emphasize the look. Marilyn didn't wear it, though; then try with dark eyeshadow, instead of eyeliner.
Step 6. The eyebrows
His had a fairly wide arc and were very noticeable. They were rather thin: a little thicker near the nose, then tapering again after the arch. Use tweezers to get the same shape and a brown eyebrow pencil to thicken them.
As a young man he had more curves, if you like them more
Step 7. Your trademark
Marilyn Monroe is known for her beautiful mole just above her lip. You can use brown eyeliner to make it happen. You could also buy a fake one but it's best if you design it yourself. Just be careful not to smudge it or accidentally erase it during the day.
Step 8. The enamel
Marilyn always wore nail polish the same color as her lipstick. Apply a red one, choosing it as close as possible to that of the lips. You can also dare with fake nails or try to make them grow, to resemble them more.
Step 9. Wear Chanel perfume no
5; it is said to be his favorite. He once said, “What do I wear when I go to bed? Well, Chanel no. 5, of course . She also liked the fragrances of Fracas and Joy.
Part 3 of 3: The Attitude
Step 1. Be proud of your curves
Marilyn Monroe had an hourglass figure and was not ashamed to show it. Although her weight ranged between 52 and 63 kg, she is said to measure 90-60-90, for a height of one meter and 60 cm and a bra size of 36D. Unfortunately, even though you may have heard it was a size 46-50, with today's changes it would have been a 38-40. She always looked beautiful in her forms and you shouldn't try to imitate her shape but be proud of your body.
- Stay healthy and happy with your body by doing at least 30 minutes of exercise a day, whether it's jogging or yoga.
- Use dumbbells to tone your arms. Every morning, except Sundays, Marilyn did exercises to firm her breasts with 1.5 kg dumbbells.
- You can try to eat like Marilyn, if you want to see what it was like. He drank a cup of hot milk with two raw eggs mixed in for breakfast and said to eat steak, beef or liver with at least 10 raw carrots for dinner. During the day he ate snacks of fruit and vegetables. After evening acting classes he ate hot chocolate.
- Try ice baths, if you can stand them; they will immediately firm your body. Marilyn made one even before singing good wishes in front of President Kennedy; he made them every day.
- Marilyn was known for her curves. If you don't have many, use clothes to create the illusion, such as padded bras and belts; a nice big one around the waist will instantly give you a very sexy hourglass figure.
Step 2. Try to have sex appeal
Marilyn Monroe is an icon, known for her sensuality. Without exaggerating, try to be playful and sexy if you want to be like her. This does not mean that you must always wear provocative clothes, but try to show your legs and shoulders slightly and, above all, do not be ashamed of your body.
- To have sex appeal, you don't have to do who knows what. Smile, blink, look down (pretending to be shy) and then take a good look, thus showing how confident you are. If you want other people to think of you as sexy, you have to think it first.
- Part of Marilyn's sex appeal is her blending of sensuality and innocence. You don't have to be too hot to be as sexy as her.
- She was also a bit awkward, especially in films like When the Wife is on Vacation. Don't think you have to be serious all the time to look sexy; she was naturally.
- Use a deep, slow and sensual tone of voice; Marilyn had a very seductive one. If you like, use some of his cult phrases, like "Isn't it wonderful?" during conversations.
Step 3. Be confident
To complete Marilyn's look, you need to be confident; don't worry about what other people think and be happy with what you do, whether it's hanging out with a footballer or dancing the tango. The important thing is that you believe in yourself and don't let gossip get you down.
- Walk swaying, always putting one foot in front of the other. Use body language to show that you are confident.
- Always smile, even when you've had a bad day. Work to cultivate optimism and you will have positive energy around you, just like Marilyn. He didn't have an easy life but he never gave up on challenges.
Step 4. Don't get stopped
Marilyn Monroe grew up with a mentally unstable mother, which led her to live with various relatives; he never met his father. She began by working in factories after school, building airplane parts and testing parachutes, before being noticed for her beauty. He had three stormy marriages and several stories and, despite everything, he never stopped acting, dancing and singing. If you want to be like her, always keep working hard.
If Marilyn had listened to those who told her that she had better be a secretary instead of an actress, she would never have become so famous. Do as she does and think that anything is possible
Advice
- If you like, try to make yourself a thin line with a black or dark brown eyeliner. You can also try curling your lashes.
- The most important thing: be sure of yourself!
- If you can't afford thermal curlers, find other ways to curl yourself.
- The suggested lipstick may not be suitable for your skin tone. Pick one that's right for you. Before applying it underline the lips with a pencil. Try one that is lipstick-friendly but never darker.
- Marilyn often wore false eyelashes; they don't look good on everyone but you can always try.
- Use a brown eyeliner to get the mole.
- Choose simple and classic jewelry: a string of pearls or a pair of important earrings. Never go overboard with jewelry. If you wear a necklace, choose simple earrings.
- Marilyn was known for curves; if you don't have any, work to create the illusion with the clothes, stuff the bras and bustiers. For example, a tight belt at the waist will instantly give you a delightful hourglass shape.
- Try copying the shape of the eyebrows - ask the beautician to wax you or use floss to arch and thin them. Once you have the initial shape you can keep them in order with tweezers. Don't forget to fill them in with the eyebrow pencil too!
- Try visiting these sites, to mimic Marilyn's look:
- here or here for the dresses and here for the shoes!
Warnings
- Don't be obsessed with changing your body and personality to be like Marilyn - try to accentuate the aspects of your look and personality that you think are most similar to hers.
- Going too far to look like Marilyn Monroe in everyday life will lead others to think that you are weird, not sexy.
- Just because something looked good on Marilyn doesn't mean it looked good on you too.
