In the spirit of Marilyn...

A good friend of mine has quite the affinity for Marilyn Monroe memorabilia. And for good reason! Something about Marilyn just exudes sexiness, femininity, strength, allure and of course, old Hollywood glamour.

In the spirit of Marilyn and in riding the wave of the pin-up revival that has been going strong in many cities, I've recently become very interested in this retro, rockabilly, super-glam look. Think red lipstick, false eyelashes, accented waists, wiggle skirts, one-piece swimsuits...

What say you try your own hand at it? Check out these great pieces to start...

1) Ureshii Marilyn Dress

2) Kimchi Blue Skirted Retro One Piece Swimsuit

Now go be ultra-female and channel your inner Marilyn!

A jumper? Yes, it can be cool...

The epitome of the sophisticated look I would like to create on a daily basis...

You must check out Anthropologie's Deller's Element Jumper - an over-the-top, super-chic ensemble of wide, high-waist linen pants and a ruffly cotton blouse that if it were to fit your body (most likely not mine), I would call myself not worthy. I am going to try it on at the store either way, so there!

One note ladies: Be sure to look at the jumper in the catalog picture on a model. However, best to leave the hat at home. Now THAT would be over the top.