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Movie Style: The Champ Part I

 

1. Vince Cropped Wool Cardigan, $295 2. Disney Couture Safety Pin, $37.80 3. Joe's Skinny Military Cargos, $99.95 4. Mossimo Newsboy Hat, $12.99 5. T by Alexander Wang Classic Tank, $74, Free People Day Tripper Henley, $26.97

When I found out Mr.M hadn't seen the The Champ, I netflixed it to watch a couple of weeks ago. Since I've already seen it, I was able to drink in the set & costume design. While there is a great scene about fashion in the movie, it is Billy's outfits that are sticking in my head. 

Jon Voight plays the Champ(Billy) with the swagger of an ex-boxer, though it is one that has problems containing his vulnerability. I think that feeling is what I like translated into an outfit. Not sure if that makes sense, but that tension of masculine/feminine is the aesthetic I'm always after. 

 

 

1. James Perse Loose Fit Tee, $50 2. Forever 21 Layered Cross Necklace, $5.80 3. Joe's Skinny Military Cargos, $99.95 4. Mossimo Newsboy Hat, $12.99 5. Old Navy Plaque Belt, $20

The Champ wears second skin tee's throughout the movie, and I'm particularly enamored with the dusty rose one he wears with work pants. Obviously this all works because it is on the muscled body of Jon Voight, in a now vintage setting, but I wouldn't mind stealing a bit of his style for myself;)

*I can't say enough about Rick Schroder's performance in this movie. He will tear your heart out.

The Young Victoria + Birthday Bliss

 

My birthday has been wonderful so far! I snuck out to see the Young Victoria and I enjoyed it very much. I love to watch historical movies(even if not always historically correct;), especially for the costumes and set design. The undergarments and nightgowns were gorgeous pieces of gauzy white, lace and corsets. But more than anything, I was obsessed with the men's slim suits and coats. I couldn't find any great movie stills online, but I kinda want something similar for myself!

I loved how they styled Emily Blunt's more relaxed hairdos. Fluffy, low ponytails and braids clasped just at the end. Oh, and her skin is absolutely incandescent in this movie. Great motivation to keep me away from Cherry coke and drink more water!

 

As for presents, one them is on its way to me, the Anthropologie Aniseed Skirt. Just when you thought I was done with stripes. I also have a trip in the works planned for February, eep!

Now I'm dashing off to get ready for a college basketball game with my boy. I will have one more New Year's Eve inspiration post coming up in about an hour.

1st image,yahoo 

 

 

 

Bang Bang/Rinko Kikuchi (The Brothers Bloom)

We rented The Brothers Bloom, and while it wasn't horrible, it is always more disappointing when you know a movie could have been really good. That being said, I fell in love with the character of Bang Bang, played by actress Rinko Kikuchi. 

She manages to steal every scene she is in, even without saying but a few words the whole movie. Not only does she provide hilarious comic relief, but she does it in style. I want to steal every piece of her wardrobe, from the tinted glasses to the perfect red lipstick.

 

 

 

 

 

Man Shops Globe

So did anyone else upgrade their cable to include the Sundance Channel, just so they could watch Man Shops Globe? I could watch people source vintage items and inspiration all day long.

I have to say I'm amazed that sellers actually let them film in their shops(though I'm not a famous buyer for Anthropologie). Our flea markets won't let you take pictures, and when I was in Paris it was even worse. I got kicked out of stores for pulling out my camera!

One shop owner explained to me that certain designers would have their people take detailed pictures of the item, not pay for it, but then replicate it on the runways. I was just trying to capture all the gorgeousness, one vendor had the most unbelievable vintage, sigh.

As for Keith Johnson's show, it is premieres tonight at 10pm!

(500) Days of Summer

When we lived in LA we saw a new movie twice a week on average. It felt like more since I worked at a post production studio, and got to see sections of movies as they were being worked on.

Now it is more like twice a month, due to work constraints and lack of diversity here. (500) Days of Summer arrived 4 weeks after it was distributed through most major cities. Pretty embarrassing since I live in the largest city in my state(which toots its own horn as being artistically inclined).

Anyway, I got to see the movie last night and I loved it. The writing and direction reminded me of Cameron Crowe's signature style. A realistic relationship, which may or not have an happy ending, a definitive look of the movie's era on screen, and an awesome soundtrack.

*If you haven't seen Singles, watch it, even if just to see a baby faced Eddie Vedder. 

Oh and I loved Summer's(Zooey Deschanel) apartment. You can see some of it in the picture above, think great wallpaper, iron bed, fairy lights and swans. I also saw what I think was a vintage butterfly trivet that I own. I rarely use it for my pots, because I don't want to ruin the finish. Instead they have it propped up on a shelf, and this morning it is doing similar duty on my kitchen window ledge.

I was surprised to come home and  find out this was a first time feature for the director Marc Webb, and only the second screenplay for writers Michael H. Weber and Scott Neustadter. I hope they have a chance to collaborate again.

*edited to say I just read Liebmarlene Vintage's post. So sad she didn't like it upon initial viewing, but maybe we can win her over? So rare to find a movie that is realistic but with just enough whimsy to take the sting away. Or enough heartbreak to give it depth. Which ever way you want to look at it;)

I didn't go in watching it with any expectations though, and I didn't realize that they filmed it in LA until seeing it. Maybe that endeared the movie to me, since we are a bit lonely for the ocean and entertainment of that city. 

Image via Yahoo Movies

Camilla Belle in À Deriva

This might be one of those movies that I have to rent on dvd. That way I can turn down the volume, skip all the weird parts, and just concentrate on the scenery and costumes.

 

 

All images via Camilla Belle Online

Zooey Deschanel Cotton Commercial

Have you guys seen this? I just caught it last night while flicking through tv channels and trying to catch up on magazine reading at the same time. 

What can be better than an adorable girl leaving an equally adorable apartment to go shopping at a flea market and try on cute clothes? 

Keep Pushing Daisies Alive

 

The murmurings across tv land is that Pushing Daisies is in danger of being canceled. So if you love the show, spread the love and get people to watch.  If you have never seen it you can watch full episodes online. It airs on Wednesdays at 8pm.

Look of the Day: Gossip Girl Serena Season 2 Episode 6

 

On last night's episode of Gossip Girl I couldn't stop trying to see what Serena was wearing under her striped Ralph Lauren blazer.  I could live without the crest, but I loved the stripes and fresh take of what to wear under a blazer to soften it up.

Beverly Hills 90210 Returns

This past fall during my downtime I got sucked into watching Beverly Hills 90210 reruns on soapnet(how addictiong is that channel?)  I got a chance to relive the good and the bad fashions, including work boots with your shorts, baby dolls in tiny flower prints, and slip dresses over tiny t's, and the choker necklace.

I guess I'm not the only reliving the 9o's as several componets have been returning to the catwalks.  Not only that, but they are bringing the show back, OC style.  I'm sure it isn't going to have the impact it had 18 yrs ago, but it will be fun to see how they spin it off.

I've been keeping my eye out for some of what now seems vintage items and here are some of my recent purchases:

A slip dress with a great print, true baby doll dress, and a skirt with a corset style lacing that is in the back. 

Here is a detail shot: