CLASSIC ACTRESSES FROM HOLLYWOOD HISTORY AND THEIR FAVORITE THINGS

On this page, you will find a curated collection of classic actresses’ favorite things, from Marilyn Monroe’s favorite perfume to Audrey Hepburn’s favorite color.

All are steeped in Hollywood history. Some add to the mystery of these classic actresses. Some are even a bit spooky.

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HOLLYWOOD HISTORY’S FAVORITE THINGS: CHOSEN BY CLASSIC ACTRESSES

MARILYN MONROE’s favorite things

Famous for playing comic "blonde bombshell" characters, Marilyn Monroe is arguably the greatest sex symbol of all time. My favorite Marilyn Monore quote? “Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.”

Marilyn Monroe definitely lived up to her own words.

Audrey Hepburn’s Favorite Things

Audrey Hepburn is known for her girlish beauty and style, her sophistication, and her humanitarian work. Only a select few entertainers have earned all of the most competitive awards (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony) and she is one of them.

Grace Kelly's favorite things

Grace Kelly was an American film actress who became Princess of Monaco after marrying Prince Rainier III in April 1956. Known for her starring role in some of Hitchcock’s most famous films, she famously gave up her Hollywood career to marry Rainier III and become the Princess of Monaco.

lucille ball's favorite things

Lucille Ball was the star and co-creator of the beloved sitcom, I Love Lucy. She will always be remembered as the zany, accident-prone, lovable redhead Lucy Ricardo.

AVA GARDNER'S FAVORITE THINGS

Ava Gardner was one of the most notable actresses of the 1950s. With alluring green eyes and sensual lips, she was the definition of femme fatale. She first burst on the Hollywood scene with her captivating performance in the acclaimed film noir, The Killers.

bette davis' favorite things

Bette Davis was a renowned American actress, well regarded as one of the greatest actresses in Hollywood history. Noted for her willingness to play unsympathetic and even unattractive characters, she was highly regarded for her quality performances in a range of film genres; from contemporary crime melodramas to historical and period films and occasional comedies, though her greatest successes were romantic dramas.

Doris Day’s Favorite Things

Growing up, Pillow Talk was one of my all-time favorite classic films — but in recent years, I have gotten to know other Doris Day films, and my love for her has just grown and grown. From Hitchcock’s thriller The Man Who Knew Too Much to the light-hearted Please Don’t Eat the Daisies she just NEVER failed to charm. I am forever grateful for her talent. RIP, Doris Day.

MAE WEST’S FAVORITE THINGS

Mae West was an American actress, singer, playwright, screenwriter, comedian, and sex symbol. A sex symbol whose frank sensuality, languid postures, and blasé wisecracking became her signature, she gave one of the most iconic lines in all of movie history: “When I’m good I’m bad, but when I’m bad I’m better.


Hollywood Classic Actress FAVORITE PERFUMES


CLASSIC ACTRESSES & HOLLYWOOD Home Decor

Add a little Classic Hollywood chic to your home -- using the interior design tips of the stars. This isn't about shower curtains with Marilyn's face printed on them, or pink feathery boas in the style of Mae West -- this is the real deal. The things they really loved in their own homes. 

MARILYN MONROE'S INTERIOR DESIGN


Classic Hollywood Style and Fashion

The items below come from my various efforts to replicate looks I have seen worn by iconic starlets of the silver screen.


CLASSIC ACTRESS BIOGRAPHIES

Every night I read a little bit from 2-3 books, and something on Old Hollywood is always on my list. 

Several notes in the spirit of doing the right thing: the celebrities discussed above did not necessarily endorse any of the products listed here, but based upon my research I do believe they really loved these things, or wore these things, or read these things... you get the idea. That said, if you buy from any of the links included above rather than going straight to the vendor site from Google or another search engine, I get a portion of your purchase at no cost to you. Happy "silver screen" shopping. :)