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Mackie sketches the Marilyn Monroe dress at 21 for an assignment he didn’t know would celebrate Monroe.
Mackie learns about the dress’ fame only after newspapers and media reports surface post-sketch.
Julien's Auctions included the sketch and later recovered Monroe's dress sketch for public view.
Ripley’s Believe It Or Not bought the dress at a 2016 Julien's auction for $4.8 million.
Monroe’s dress sold with her belongings and became a centerpiece in pop culture history.
Mackie’s original painting of Monroe from the era is valued around $6,000 in the Bold Luxury auction.
The sale and recovery of the sketch spurred renewed attention to Mackie’s early career work.
Mackie recalls the dress’s original reveal tied to Monroe’s Madison Square Garden performance.
The Today Show segment featured the recovered sketch years after it was created.
Mackie’s collaboration with Julien's Auctions is highlighted as part of the Bold Luxury collection.

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Bob Mackie discusses his rise from sketching at art school to designing for Paramount and Hollywood icons.
Mackie explains how performers’ onstage personalities guide his costume choices.
The designer recalls Marilyn Monroe’s dress sketch as one of his first major assignments.
Mackie notes that archival pieces remain highly desirable for today’s stars.
Taylor Swift is highlighted as the latest archival wearer of Mackie’s showgirl looks.
Mackie describes how he adapts outfits for performers’ movement and stage dynamics.
The interview notes Mackie’s work for Cher, Tina Turner, and Elton John as part of his varied portfolio.
Mackie reflects on the showgirl label and how stars borrow from archived looks.
Mackie confirms the ongoing relevance of his designs for modern stars like Miley Cyrus.
The interview hints at upcoming exhibitions and continued influence of Mackie’s archive.

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