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I don’t know much about fashion, but I do know Hollywood myths. No, she was not a size 16. At least not in today’s measurements. Her being labeled as a plus-size model and star is a myth.Note: Absolutely NOTHING wrong with being a plus-size model, star, or woman (or man). I’m just referring to this Hollywood myth. ALL sizes (male, female, or otherwise) are beautiful in many ways.Sizes during Monroe’s days were different than they are now.In the 1950s, women's clothing sizes ranged from 8 to 38. This was based on bust first, then height, hips, and girth.Back then there weren’t 0–6 sizes. Size 8 was considered the smallest available in 1958, which corresponded to roughly a 31-24-33 body.By 2008, a size 8 had increased by five to six inches for each of those measurements.By 2011, the ASTM even had a standard size 00.The source of this answer states:Though Marilyn's weight and sizing obviously fluctuated over the course of her career, her standard measurements, according to her dressmaker, were roughly 35-22-35. This accounts for why her pant and dress sizes were often listed as an 8 and 12, respectively—a dress would also need to accommodate her bust, while pants could be sized smaller based on her slimmer hips. She is often cited as having been a size 16—and she was! Kind of. But only based on British vintage sizing (a U.K. size 16 was a rough equivalent to a U.S. size 12 in the '50s). But according to today's sizing guides—which is what people generally have in mind as a reference when discussing her measurements—Marilyn would be roughly a U.S. size 6 or 8. She'd likely need an 8 for her bust, but with forgiving fabric, a 4 or a 6 would easily fit her hips. And of course, her tiny waist would certainly need a belt.Size doesn’t matter. But it’s a Hollywood myth that she was or would be considered a plus-size model and actress — and that she was today’s equivalent of size 16. Far from it.Despite the research for this answer, I still have no clue was these sizes mean. LOL. Women of all shapes and sizes look amazing. And Monroe looked especially amazing.Please follow The Tao of Screenwriting for more fun Movie/TV discussions, as well as screenwriting and film industry insights. Ask me questions. Come visit this “dojo” for screenwriting, movie, television, film/TV industry insights, inspiration, writing exercises & best practices, tips, advice, and industry hacks.

The following difficulties I face while shopping online:Size: i) In some websites size guide is not given properly for individual brands. They will only provide a common size guide.ii) For some clothes/footwear size guide is misleading. The fit is not as expected.2. Color: Sometimes, color varies drastically.3. Heel Size: In some websites, they do not mention the height of the heel.4. Quality: Sometimes, quality of clothes is very low.

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