Every Marilyn Monroe fan knows that she was drawn to the bright shades and sharp designs of the Pucci brand of clothing and accessories. Countless images show her wearing a simple Pucci design in bright solids, as well as the geometric patterns and classic looks that clearly rendered them Pucci just with a simple glance.Marilyn was wearing a vibrant green Pucci blouse in the last ever photos of her taken the weekend before she died, and Marilyn was actually buried in a green Pucci dress.
Taschen is releasing a limited edition book on the House of Pucci. From their website:
The Pucci story is a remarkably modern epic with its roots in renaissance Italy. Hundreds of photographs, drawings, and candid shots from the archive of the Emilio Pucci Foundation capture the breathtaking elegance and drama of this unique brand, built on innovation. Limited edition of 10.000 copies; each unique copy is bound with one of a selection of recent print fabrics from the Pucci collection.To read more about this book and to see images, click here.
