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| Designer | William Travilla |
|---|---|
| Year | 1954 |
| Type | White ivory cocktail dress |
Marilyn Monroe wore a white dress in the 1955 film The Seven Year Itch, directed by Billy Wilder. It was created by costume designer William Travilla and worn in the movie's best-known scene.[1] The image of it and her above a windy subway grating has been described as one of the most iconic images of the 20th century.[2]
- ^ "William Travilla Biography (1920–1990)". Film Reference. Retrieved 24 May 2011.
- ^ Shmoop (11 July 2010). History of Fashion in America: Shmoop US History Guide. Shmoop University Inc. p. 21. ISBN 978-1-61062-141-0. Retrieved 24 May 2011.[permanent dead link]