Bob Mackie Says Kim Kardashian Made a ‘Big Mistake’ Wearing Marilyn’s Dress

THOU SHALT NOT

“Nobody else should be seen in that dress,” the designer behind Monroe’s legendary gown said.

Culture Reporter

Published May 17 2022 11:37AM EDT

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If anyone has the power to truly make Kim Kardashian regret her choice to wear Marilyn Monroe’s original “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” dress to this year’s Met Gala, it might be Bob Mackie, the legendary designer who created the sketch for Monroe's gown that was later executed by Jean-Louis.

Helen Holmes

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Bob Mackie Says Kim Kardashian Made a ‘Big Mistake’ Wearing Marilyn’s Dress

“Nobody else should be seen in that dress,” the designer behind Monroe’s legendary gown said.

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Helen Holmes