The Bra that was Marilyn’s Best Kept Secret.

Andy Warhol once said that Marilyn Monroe’s lips weren’t kissable so much as they were “photographable.” It turns out it really did take work to make the blond bombshell look the way she did, even down to her famous curves. And when her bra sold for $5,200 at a recent London auction, it showed that even a Hollywood celebrity needs a hand getting a lift.

Though the bra looks a little bare at first, it was actually very intricately designed to make Ms. Monroe look like she wasn’t wearing any. Auctioneer Richard Davie notes that the rock-solid bra is embedded with 4 cups and steel wiring. “There’s an inner cup, which is almost hidden, which would support her chest as normal,” he says. “But then there’s another larger cup about an inch further out, to give the impression she had a bigger chest.”

The suspension-bridge halter straps gave her even more of a lift. They were also easy to hide under a gown or dress, like the famous white frock Marilyn wore in The Seven Year Itch. Meanwhile, the cups didn’t cover her breasts, giving the illusion that her 36D perk was 100% natural.

All women have beauty secrets, even legends like Marilyn Monroe. Maybe that’s why, in our latest survey, you voted her as the woman who best “personifies the true essence of femininity.” It’s easier to identify with someone who has to put a little effort into herself each morning. And it’s certainly comforting to know Marilyn was no exception.

The auction was held in late July in London, England. The famous bra was sold to an anonymous caller from Hong Kong.

And what about you? You must have comments on this incredible bra and the star who wore it. Why not share them with us? We’d love to know what you think.

Marilyn or Audrey: you decide!

So far, Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn lead Wonderbra’s web survey with over 50% of votes.

When asked “Which woman (…) personifies the true essence of femininity“, the votes for Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn came pouring in. American icon Monroe leads the way with 25% of your votes, only 1% ahead of the popular
“Breakfast at Tiffany’s” star. With a contest as close as this, you will have to help us decide: Do blondes really have more fun?

Not far behind her Hollywood counterparts is the lovely Halle Berry with 19% of votes. The Oscar-winning actress and former beauty queen may continue her winning streak if she picks up steam…In fourth place is a contestant who proves that true femininity does not only shine on the silver screen: “My Mother” gathered 12% of the popular vote.

Raquel Welch, Madonna and Carla Bruni round out the list of contestants, sharing 9% of votes. Although they have some catching up to do, any of them could make a comeback. It all depends on your participation!

By registering for the contest, you can submit a new vote everyday! Choose your favourite feminine icon and enter to win one of several prizes including an assortment of Wonderbra products and a grand prize valued at 2500$.

Thank you for participating!