Marilyn Monroe’s Iconic Pink Pucci Dress Sells for Over $325,000
A dress worn by Marilyn Monroe has recently fetched an impressive sum at auction, far exceeding its estimated value. The pink Pucci long-sleeved gown, crafted from silk jersey and adorned with a rope and crystal tassel belt, was sold for over $325,000 (€291,000) at an event hosted by Julien’s Auctions in Los Angeles, California.
Details of the Auction
- The dress, originally listed for $40,000 (€37,000) to $60,000 (€55,000), surpassed all expectations by selling for more than eight times its estimated price.
- Emilio Pucci, the renowned Italian fashion designer, created the dress for the US department store Saks Fifth Avenue in New York.
Other Notable Items at the Auction
Alongside Monroe’s dress, the auction featured various items from Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe, as well as artifacts from the Playboy archives and the Hugh M Hefner Foundation. Some highlights include:
- Hugh Hefner’s smoking jacket
- A burgundy smoking jacket with black silk pyjamas and slippers
- LeRoy Neiman’s Romanoffs oil painting
- Black satin one-piece bunny costume designed by Roberto Cavalli
The auction also included Marilyn Monroe’s iconic Jean Louis-designed illusion gown, worn during her famous performance for President John F Kennedy, which sold for over $4.8 million in a previous auction.
Overall, the auction showcased a range of valuable and historically significant items, attracting high bids and exceeding initial estimates.
The auction for Property From The Playboy Archives And Hugh M Hefner Foundation And Property From The Life And Career Of Marilyn Monroe is set to continue over the weekend, offering more opportunities for collectors and enthusiasts to acquire unique pieces of history.