Being part of the newer generation, I am very fascinated with Marilyn Monroe, and her life story. She was beautiful, classy and had the sexy appeal that would drive anyone crazy. For Halloween this past year, I dressed as Marilyn Monroe in her classic dress as worn in the movie the seven year itch. I knew that I could never live up to her name, especially in one night. I gave it a run for the money anyway. I went as far as dying my dark brown hair blond, and taking on the whole act itself. I changed the young woman I knew, into a whole new character.
I knew that my friends would treat me the same as if I were myself or an ugly monster. Therefore I went to an out of town party to be the legend whom I transferred into. As I started to walking up to the door, I was determined to make a head turning entrance in my sexy costume. Being that the party was out of town, I was accompanied with my friend who was dressed up as a reporter. He opened the door and shouted “Marilyn, Marilyn, may I ask you a few questions”? It sure made everyone stare. We agreed to not stay together, but to keep a watch on each other as I try out the new me.
After I got settled in, I stood by myself kinda bummed that I didn’t draw anymore attention. People were starring but didn’t dare come up to me. I was confused. This caused for a drastic measure. I starting walking pretending to trip and fall down. Finally, a group of people came over to help the damsel in distress up to her feet. No one asked my name, just automatically called me Marilyn. A guy asked what I was there for, and I said I’m here to be a star. They chuckled and said I bet you are, in a suggestive way. I smiled and winked at ‘em. As the night went on I was really pulling off being Marilyn. Being more flirty than usual, yet let a little mystery skewer in their minds. I was even ditsy as the blond that Marilyn was.
The night ended, and Halloween is over. I still feel a little bit of Marilyn in me at times. It’s nice to step into a legends’ shoes, but even nicer just to be yourself. So, if you ever get a wild hair in your rump, transform yourself and let it take you to a wonderful place.
