Marilyn Monroe, the iconic blonde bombshell, was known for her love of Chanel No. 5, but it seems she also had a penchant for other fragrances. One such scent rumoured to have been worn by the star is Arpege by Lanvin .
Vintage beauty collector and makeup artist Erin Parsons delved deep into Monroe's perfume preferences, examining receipts, old interviews, and even photos of Marilyn's dressing table. It appears that Monroe and Arpege were indeed in close proximity. Arpege, a floral aldehyde fragrance aimed at women, was first launched nearly a century ago in 1927.
The creators behind this timeless scent are Paul Vacher, who also crafted Miss Dior , and Andre Fraysse. The perfume has received numerous accolades, including the FiFi Award Hall Of Fame in 2005, reports the Mirror . READ MORE: Next's 'lightweight' £30 jersey dress with 'no ironing required' READ MORE: The Charlotte Tilbury body cream that 'reduces the appearance of cellulite' Fancy free takeaway delivery? Access to Deliveroo Plus is one of a host of advantages of Amazon Prime membership, including exclusive Prime Day discounts and perks on Hello Fresh, music, books and Prime Video.
Usually £8.99 a month, you can now get a 30-day free trial to get access to the latest deals. Free The design of the Arpege bottle has evolved since Monroe's time, and the fragrance itself underwent a reformulation in 1993.
However, loyal fans who have worn it both before and after the reformulation insist it remains 'just as they rem.