GUESS Announces MARILYN MONROE™ Capsule Collection SS26
GUESS has announced the "Marilyn Monroe™ Capsule Collection" to commemorate Marilyn Monroe's 100th birthday and its own 45th anniversary. The collection reinterprets the legendary "Marilyn 3-zip jeans" for a modern sensibility, blending Marilyn's glamorous appeal with GUESS's aesthetic to celebrate femininity.
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When GUESS first introduced the "Marilyn 3-zip jeans" in 1981, they instantly became a sensation. Their distinctive slim-fit design deeply reflected Paul Marciano's love for cinema, perfectly embodying the glamorous charm, presence, and seductive aura of the Hollywood muses who inspired the era. These jeans rewrote denim history, elevating a material once considered rugged, shapeless workwear into a sophisticated fashion item that fused French chic with Old Hollywood glamour.
And now, that legacy intersects once again. June 1, 2026, marks the 100th anniversary of Hollywood muse Marilyn Monroe's birth, and simultaneously, the 45th anniversary of GUESS?, Inc.'s founding. At this momentous timing, GUESS announces the "Marilyn Monroe™ Capsule Collection." It is a special collection that merges two cultural icons, symbolizing glamour and timeless style.
This collaboration reconstructs the legendary "Marilyn 3-zip jeans" with a modern sensibility. It incorporates the latest washes and fits, updating them for the current generation. Inspired by Marilyn's unique charm, this collection inherits the provocative and sensual essence that has shaped GUESS's aesthetic, while building upon the Marciano brothers' vision of American glamour, fusing heritage with contemporary sensibilities.
It is a reinterpretation of the icon Marilyn from a modern, confident perspective, and an expression that celebrates femininity. While her presence evolves, her essence remains unchanged. Under the spirit of American glamour championed by GUESS, it encourages women to redefine themselves as muses and shine as "modern divas."
This collection, which combines impressive visuals with a playful and confident spirit, draws inspiration from Marilyn's iconic halterneck dresses, bustier tops, cropped jackets, and capri pants. Capri pants emerged in the late 1940s to early 1950s, born from the relaxed elegance of Mediterranean resorts. Associated with jet-set culture, they became a global symbol of sophisticated style on and off screen, loved by Hollywood icons such as Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, and Marilyn Monroe.
Youthful silhouettes re-interpret the charm of the Golden Age in a modern way. Designs with cinched waists, feminine lines, and items that evoke confidence and energy beautifully accentuate curves. Relaxed graphic T-shirts and cropped denim jackets gain new expressions through vintage-inspired prints and updated materials. Details paying homage to Marilyn, combined with checks, cherry prints, and polka dots, create an iconic yet light and modern style.
Paul Marciano, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of GUESS?, Inc., states:
"Marilyn's inherent charm elevated her to a symbol of American femininity. Her style was truly an expression of her own identity. This collection pays homage to that legacy and embodies the message that 'style truly transcends time when you embrace yourself.'
This collection will be available from May 15 at GUESS Shibuya, Shinsaibashi stores, and the official online site.
About GUESS (Guess):
GUESS?, Inc. is a global fashion brand that plans, promotes, distributes, and licenses a wide range of lifestyle collections, including apparel and denim, as well as handbags, watches, eyewear, and footwear, tailored to modern lifestyles. GUESS products are offered through various sales channels, including GUESS directly managed stores worldwide, major department stores, and select shops. On April 2, 2024, it acquired 50% of the business assets and intellectual property of the New York-based fashion brand "rag & bone." rag & bone is a representative presence in American fashion, operating directly managed stores in the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as through high-end boutiques and department stores worldwide.
And now, that legacy intersects once again. June 1, 2026, marks the 100th anniversary of Hollywood muse Marilyn Monroe's birth, and simultaneously, the 45th anniversary of GUESS?, Inc.'s founding. At this momentous timing, GUESS announces the "Marilyn Monroe™ Capsule Collection." It is a special collection that merges two cultural icons, symbolizing glamour and timeless style.
This collaboration reconstructs the legendary "Marilyn 3-zip jeans" with a modern sensibility. It incorporates the latest washes and fits, updating them for the current generation. Inspired by Marilyn's unique charm, this collection inherits the provocative and sensual essence that has shaped GUESS's aesthetic, while building upon the Marciano brothers' vision of American glamour, fusing heritage with contemporary sensibilities.
It is a reinterpretation of the icon Marilyn from a modern, confident perspective, and an expression that celebrates femininity. While her presence evolves, her essence remains unchanged. Under the spirit of American glamour championed by GUESS, it encourages women to redefine themselves as muses and shine as "modern divas."
This collection, which combines impressive visuals with a playful and confident spirit, draws inspiration from Marilyn's iconic halterneck dresses, bustier tops, cropped jackets, and capri pants. Capri pants emerged in the late 1940s to early 1950s, born from the relaxed elegance of Mediterranean resorts. Associated with jet-set culture, they became a global symbol of sophisticated style on and off screen, loved by Hollywood icons such as Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, and Marilyn Monroe.
Youthful silhouettes re-interpret the charm of the Golden Age in a modern way. Designs with cinched waists, feminine lines, and items that evoke confidence and energy beautifully accentuate curves. Relaxed graphic T-shirts and cropped denim jackets gain new expressions through vintage-inspired prints and updated materials. Details paying homage to Marilyn, combined with checks, cherry prints, and polka dots, create an iconic yet light and modern style.
Paul Marciano, Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of GUESS?, Inc., states:
"Marilyn's inherent charm elevated her to a symbol of American femininity. Her style was truly an expression of her own identity. This collection pays homage to that legacy and embodies the message that 'style truly transcends time when you embrace yourself.'
This collection will be available from May 15 at GUESS Shibuya, Shinsaibashi stores, and the official online site.
About GUESS (Guess):
GUESS?, Inc. is a global fashion brand that plans, promotes, distributes, and licenses a wide range of lifestyle collections, including apparel and denim, as well as handbags, watches, eyewear, and footwear, tailored to modern lifestyles. GUESS products are offered through various sales channels, including GUESS directly managed stores worldwide, major department stores, and select shops. On April 2, 2024, it acquired 50% of the business assets and intellectual property of the New York-based fashion brand "rag & bone." rag & bone is a representative presence in American fashion, operating directly managed stores in the United States and the United Kingdom, as well as through high-end boutiques and department stores worldwide.