Description: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (MGM, 1953), Jane Russell"Dorothy Shaw" Showgirl Leotard. Vintage original bespokeshowgirl leotard constructed of form-fitted nude nylon panelsornamented with sunflower yellow and jet-black sequins, clear andblack strung bugle beads, faceted crystals, black bead tassels andsprays, with large crystal embellishment of a variety of shapes andsizes of faceted crystals ringing the halter collar and culminatingin a cluster of brooch-style crystals at the plunging V-neckline ofthe garment. With zipper and hook and eye back closure, and blacklace over nude fabric at the hips. Worn by Russell for publicityappearances alongside her Gentlemen Prefer Blondes co-starMarilyn Monroe, who wore an identical custom costume. The interiorhas been reinforced for display with 2-web bands, which are gentlythread-basted and easily removed. The leotard retains an interiorstudio paper laundering tag. Exhibiting wear, rubbing to basefabric, exposed elastic shoulder straps, and sequin and bead loss,soiling throughout, not detracting from the spectacular effect ofthe dazzling, glamorous, and revealing costume. Comes with COA from Planet Hollywood International Collection of Memorabilia.
Price: 9400 USD
Location: Fort Myers, Florida
End Time: 2025-01-12T16:28:43.000Z
Shipping Cost: 200 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Industry: Movies
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
