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Marilyn Monroe Was the Moodboard at the 2026 CFDA Awards

Trends & CultureNov 4, 2026

Marilyn Monroe was reportedly the shared beauty moodboard at the 2026 CFDA Awards — a retro-glam reference point that explains the platinum waves, red lips, and luminous skin making multiple appearances on the red carpet. The collective nod to Monroe adds a coherent beauty narrative to what might otherwise read as a random celebrity appearance roundup.

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Marilyn Monroe Was on the Moodboard at the 2026 CFDA Awards—See the Photos · allure.com · T1

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