I got my November Vanity Fair issue and Marilyn was staring at me, what again I thought. Her private diaries that is where she shares her fears, opinions about the Kennedys, her life as a wife and a startlet. An incredible read no doubt. All these are extracts of the recently published, Fragments: Poems, Intimate Notes, Letters. What caught my eye, is the cover, an immaculate Marilyn, simply dressed, reading, writing, thinking, totally stunning.
The photo is part of a set by Alfred Eisenstaedt. These were taken in 1953, close to the time when "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" was released.
She's a Classic beauty!!
ReplyDeleteEvery time I see her I am stricken by her beauty. I do realize the more I look at the pictures however I can tell that she was a sad soul. But maybe that's because the story behind them is following them now.
ReplyDeleteRamblings of a Small Town Girl
oh wow, these were so cool to see, thanks for sharing them!
ReplyDeleteI adore Marilyn! She is so beautiful.. I cant wait to read this article!
ReplyDelete-Samantha
http://sincerelysamantha.com
She's beautiful! I adore her.
ReplyDeleteshe's was truly an original and so very gorgeous
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of Marilyn, especially that picture of her reading. Ahhhhhh
ReplyDeleteMy younger sister adores Marilyn and I had not seen some of those pictures...I must show her you post!
ReplyDeleteLiesl :)
I am always fascinated by her. These photos are just gorgeous. I've yet to see these. Thanks so much for sharing them, sweetie xoxo
ReplyDeleteMy goodness these photos are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat stunning photos! Amazing.
ReplyDeletexo Josie
http://winksmilestyle.blogspot.com
Eternally lovely and what innocence in these photos!
ReplyDeleteThe first two pictures are a side of MM that I have never seen. She looks like such a natural beauty in them.
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Jane
Oh gosh she's so gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteLuvs doll!!!!
beautiful pics. i love the ones of her writing!
ReplyDeleteJust lovely photos of her. I love this. Great idea on post!
ReplyDeleteI am glad to find you! xxxxxx Emily
She's a mixture of woman, girl and child.
ReplyDeleteSuch striking photos. Have a nice day, too;-)
Marilyn is my fav- she was amazing!
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Lovely photos, Marilyn was so glamorous!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and tragic all at once.
ReplyDeleteI love these photos of her, esp when she isn't looking at the camera but doing something else.
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful shots of a beautiful woman. Thx for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteA classic beauty in a timeless outfit! What can be more inspiring?
ReplyDeleteShe looks beautiful and yes, that would be a really great read! xo
ReplyDeleteI can't believe November issues are coming out already - it is getting close isn't it?!
ReplyDeleteA classic beauty - she epitomizes glamour and classic chic - so inspiring!
Love these casual shots!
ReplyDeleteThese are stunning pics but when I look at her eyes I always see a hint of sadness....melancholy
ReplyDeleteShe is such a stunner!
ReplyDeleteMy goodness, she was gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteCan't believe I've never seen these photographs of her! I'ma huge MM fan, she was just so lovely. Thanks so much for sharing them
ReplyDeleteShe is so classic and fabulous! These photos are so fun.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful post! Helen!
ReplyDeleteShe is unique!
Cata
This is a wonderful post - such a gorgeous end to my day. Thank you.
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