Vintage Ceil Chapman Dress

Ceil Chapman beaded satin wiggle dress

Bust detail

The bust detail on this dress reminds me of the below portrait of ElizabethTaylor.

Marilyn Monroe Ceil Chapman Evening Gown to be Auctioned

A formal evening dress designed by Ceil Chapman will be auctioned by Julien's Auctions in Las Vegas on June 27. While still beautiful, this gown exhibits the abuse and neglect that a majority of Marilyn's personal belongings were subjected to while in storage for nearly 40 years.

The coloring of this gown is spectacular. The golden hue and shimmering fabrics offered a fantastic coupling with Marilyn's golden blond hair I'm sure.