Sometimes, costume designers are commissioned not just to create costumes for a production but to re-create something that previously existed. This was the case with Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroeโs famous rhinestone-studded dress, in which she sang โHappy Birthdayโ to President Kennedy in 1962 at Madison Square Garden. ย For the 2011 miniseries, ๐ป๐๐ ๐ฒ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐, costume designer Chris Hardagon was tasked with re-creating this iconic gown for Charlotte Sullivan to wear during her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe. ย The costume was used again in 2012 by Lana Del Rey in her music video ๐ต๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐จ๐๐๐๐๐. ย Visit our website for a great behind-the-scenes video about the making of this costume. Bit.ly/PostEd084 ย
