cotton mesh polo dress Ralph Lauren Lauren Ralph Lauren featuring a bold animal print inspired by vintage scarves Polo Ralph Lauren Women's Tie

"We were incredibly privileged to have had the opportunity to offer this amazing dress from the most legendary screen star of all time." Monroe, one of the 20th century's most famous sex symbols, wore the dress as she sang Happy Birthday to You to Kennedy in a breathy performance at a May 19, 1962 fundraiser for the Democratic Party in Madison Square Garden in New York

If you wanted a more bare look you could wear boy shorts or a barer or more covered option underneath

Match purses with tones in the shoes

Chic separates, like a silk blouse paired with wide-leg dress trousers or a midi skirt, also work well at the cocktail attire level

I wore matching dresses for a tea