Marilyn Jetty Swim: Frequently Asked Questions
Darling Marilyns,
Please read this fabulous document. It will give you all the information you need
about how to transform yourself into Marilyn and will explain exactly what to
expect on swim day. Please contact your Marilyn Maker if you have any
questions.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for
taking part and raising money for such an excellent cause. We really appreciate your
fabulousness.
Whilst we will help you to prepare in any way we can please bear in mind that we
organise the Marilyn Jetty Swim as volunteers, whilst also juggling young children, work
and marriage! We ask that you use this document and our website www.themarilyns.org - as your first port of call for any questions you have and please
reserve contacting us for anything that isn’t explained here.
It is vital for our cause, community and branding, that Marilyns adhere to our dress code
and wear the approved signature Marilyn wig, white Marilyn swimsuit and dress style.
Thank you darlings x
Where do I get my Marilyn costume?
Wigs: If this is the first time you have been a Marilyn your registration fee covers the
cost of your wig. Your Marilyn Maker will organise your wig for you. If you have been a
Marilyn before you should already have a wig, if not please contact your Marilyn Maker.
Please ensure that you have picked up your wig before swim day as things tend to be
busy on the day! It is useful to try it on and have a little play at styling it before the
swim. If you are wearing a wig from a previous year you can wash them with fabric
softner or condition them a little to freshen them up.
White bathing suits if you are a swim Marilyn: Sarah Tinney has a range of white
bathing suits available for sale. Please contact Sarah on 0432 541 157 to organise a
time to try one on. If you would like to source your own suit please remember it needs to
be all white and have a halter neck. All Marilyns need to wear white bathing suits as
opposed to white bikinis. You may also wear a plain white sarong around your waist if
you are feeling modest. Please see our website for images on how the suit should look.
http://www.themarilyns.org/look/
White Marilyn dress if you are a shore Marilyn: Costume Land have a range of
Marilyn dresses for hire and for sale from $40-$90.
Costume Land
1023 South Rd, Melrose Park SA 5039
Tel: (08) 8374 4760
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Opening times:
Mon 9.00-5.30pm
Tue 9.00-5.30pm
Wed 9.00-5.30pm
Thu 9.00-9.00pm
Fri 9.00-5.30pm
Sat 9.00- 5.00pm
sun 11.00-5.00pm
Or you can of course source your own. The iconic Marilyn dress is white with a halter
neck. Please see our website for images on how the dress should look.
http://www.themarilyns.org/look/
Tanning: A fake tan is a great way to make you look extra glamorous in your white
costume. Studio 807 is offering to donate $5 towards our Cancer Council fundraising
goal for every Marilyns that has a tan . Just mention that you are a Marilyn when you
book.
Studio 807
807 Marion Rd
Mitchell Park
Tel 0407 474733
Where do we meet on swim day?
Please come to 12 Yester Ave, Brighton 5048, look for the Castle and you will know you
are in the right place. All the Marilyns come together for a fun morning of Marilyn
transformation, photographs and making new friends. This is Sarah Tinney’s family
home so please take care to stay downstairs to give the children and pets their own
space!
Is there anywhere to park?
As it is the day of the Brighton Jetty Classic Brighton tends to be busy. There is limited
parking available on Yester Avenue and on surrounding roads. If there is any possibility
of car sharing or getting somebody to drop you off this is a great idea.
What time should I arrive?
You will have selected a Lips and Flicks make-up application time; this is your arrival
time. Please arrive on time so we can ensure our team are able to help you. With 100
Marilyns to create it is a busy morning for the make-up artists and you don’t want to
miss your slot. If you are driving allow extra time to park and walk to Yester Avenue , as
it can be busy on swim day.
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Do I need to arrive dressed as Marilyn?
Please arrive with your Marilyn costume, white sarong (if you are wearing one) and any
bling you are wearing already on. This saves a lot of time and helps the morning run
more smoothly. Obviously you may not feel comfortable coming dressed as Marilyn if
you have a long way to walk or are getting public transport! Consider putting your swim
suit on under normal clothes so it is easy to get ready when you arrive. Remember any
jewellery you choose to wear will get wet in the water!
Make-up: please apply your own make-up base (concealer/ foundation/ powder),
blusher and bronzer, before you arrive. Please bring your own waterproof mascara for
you to apply after the make-up artists have completed your eyeliner flick and beauty
spot. Then use the lipstick bar to apply the perfect shade of Marilyn red lipstick
(provided at the bar). If you have your own lipstick make sure it is the right red (not too
orange and not too pink). See our video for hints on making yourself up as Marilyn…
http://www.themarilyns.org/look/
Hair: If you have long hair it is much easier to put your wig on if you put it back in a
plait/ plaits or a low, loose bun.
Timing anklet (swim Marilyns only): On arrival at Sarah’s house you will be greeted
and checked off our registration list. We will give you a timing anklet and assist you in
putting it on the correct ankle. It is essential that you wear this until the end of the swim
and so the Brighton Surf Life Saving club can account for all swimmers in the water.
Fundraising tins (shore Marilyns only): Sally Day will organise a fundraising donation
bucket for each shore Marilyn on the morning of the swim. These can be collected from
the Cancer Council tent after we have paraded down together. This will be just to the
North of the Jetty on the Esplanade.
Sally will suggest teams and locations for fundraising while the swim Marilyns are in the
water.
All shore Marilyns will need to return back to the Cancer Council tent with their buckets
around the time the swim Marilyns are getting out of the water.
What do I need to bring with me?
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your wig (clearly labelled with your name),
Your Aussie Flag swim ring (red, white and blue) if you are using one (again
labelled with your name). Please inflate your swim ring before you arrive…it is
very difficult to inflate your swim ring after your red lippy has been applied
without spreading it attractively around your face! You can buy your swim ring
from major retailers, souvenir shops and sporting goods stores.
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The shoes you will wear as you parade down to the beach. These need to be
white, red, blue, silver or gold. It is up to you whether you prefer to wear flat
shoes or heels. The walk to the beach takes 10 minutes and is all on pavements.
Please make sure you are comfortable making this short walk in the shoes you
choose.
Waterproof mascara
Water is provided by the swim,
Please ensure that you are fully covered in sunscreen, as it is often very hot on
swim day.
Please note that disposable towels are provided free of charge when you get out
of the water so there is no need to bring a towel
Is there anywhere to leave my belongings while I swim?
There is an area under the gazebo in the garden behind an unlocked gate at Sarah’s
house where you can leave any non-valuable items if you wish. The castle itself is
locked when we leave to parade down to the beach so please don’t leave anything
inside the house as you may not be able to get back in until later in the day.
Please avoid bringing any valuable belongings such as watches and jewellery with you
as we are unable to look after them for you while you swim. You can always give your
family/friends/spectators anything you think you will need immediately after the swim.
What happens on swim day?
The day begins with a mass Marilyn transformation at Sarah’s house. There will be a
professional photographer at the house taking photos. These may be used for
promotional purposes. It is your responsibility to keep away from the camera if you don’t
want your image to be used for promotional purposes.
Once everyone is ready you will need to bring your inflated swim ring with you. We will
all parade down Brighton Jetty Road with the Royal Navy Band to the Cancer Council
SA tent on The Esplanade near the start line. Here we will all put on sunscreen. We will
then walk together to the stage area on The Esplanade. Sarah, Sarah and Shelley will
say a few words about why we are swimming
We then walk to the swim start line on the beach. Prior to going down the steps to the
beach, swim Marilyns can now take your shoes and sunnies off and place in the trays
provided by our MJS Crew. These will be available for collection at the Cancer Council
tent to collect after the swim.
Brighton Surf Life Saving club will talk everyone through the swim. It is a 400m course
that starts on the south side of the jetty. You swim out, round the end of the jetty and
back down to the beach on the north side of the jetty. There are plenty of Brighton Surf
Life Save volunteers kayaking the course to keep you safe.
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If you are a shore Marilyn please walk around the crowds raising money for the Cancer
Council while the swim Marilyns swim.
After the swim we all fundraise around the beach/ esplanade and life-saving club until
midday.
We invite all Marilyns and their supporters for a celebratory drink at the surf life-saving
club at 12.00noon. Please bring money to pay for your drinks if you would like to join us.
If you are swimming ask one of your spectators to look after your money for you, as we
don’t have a provision for this. If you don’t have spectators pin a couple of notes inside
your bathing costume!
Can I bring spectators and family with me on the day?
Please do not bring family, children or spectators to Sarah’s house in the morning. With
100 Marilyns, make-up artists and photographers, we are sorry, there isn’t room for
extra people.
Bring as many spectators as you like to the swim, they will just need to amuse
themselves in Brighton while you are getting ready at Sarah’s house or they can come
down to the beach later for the start of the swim at 9.30am. There is always plenty to do
and see on swim day and many cafes in Brighton where spectators can get
refreshments. Unfortunately, there is no crèche or childcare provision so please bring
somebody with you to look after your children if you are bringing them.
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Marilyn Code of Conduct
As Marilyns we are:
• Kind
• Courteous
• Playful
• Exuberant
We are never the opposite of these.
While in Marilyn costume you must behave appropriately and consider the impacts of
your actions. This includes
• The content of Marilyn photos you share on social media and interactions with
the public and our sponsors.
• The Marilyn Jetty Swim have a no alcohol policy prior to the swim.
• At the post swim celebration, please respect the Brighton Surf Life Saving dress
code and wear a sarong.
• Please remove your Marilyn wig if you plan to have a second alcoholic beverage.
What should I do if I am unwell on the day?
If you are unwell on the day, please send a single text message to Sarah Ventress
(0423 624206) to let her know that you will not be taking part. Swim day tends to be
very busy so we are very sorry if you don’t get a reply… rest assured we will have
received your message.
Thank you so much for taking part, have a brilliant day!
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