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Entertainment · Books & publishing · published 2026-08-16 · via The Hollywood Reporter

New Book Reveals Untold Story of Jean Louis, Creator of Monroe's Legendary Gown

A new Rizzoli publication by fashion publicists Roger and Mauricio Padilha examines the life and work of French costume designer Jean Louis, who shaped screen looks for stars like Rita Hayworth, Elizabeth Taylor, and Kim Novak. Louis, an Academy Award winner for 'The Solid Gold Cadillac,' is most remembered for the crystal-studded dress Marilyn Monroe wore at JFK's birthday celebration in 1962. The book features hundreds of original sketches and photographs, with a foreword by Novak.

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