Third Movie Choice: "Romy and Michele's High school Reunion"

Romy and Michele's High School Graduation is one of those uplifting films that everyone should see at least once. It tells the story of two women who have been best friends since childhood. The theme of the movie highlights the importance of embracing friendship and staying true to who you are at heart. 

Staring: Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow
Director: David Mirkin

Date:1997

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Second Movie Choice: "Thelma and Louise"

Thelma and Louise is a great movie to watch when you feel like you need empowering inspiration. Not only is the plot engaging, but the imagery and shots are also eye opening. Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis' performance is utterly unforgettable in this film. 

Starring: Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis

Director: Ridley Scott

Date: 1991

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First Movie Choice: "Get Shorty"

For all those movies lovers Get Shorty is a must see. It's got that great 1950's gangster movie feeling, but with a exhilarating comedic relief.  The plot is refreshing and is just the right amount of complicated.

Starring:  John Travolta, Gene Hackman, Rene Russo, and Danny DeVito

Director:  Barry Sonnenfeld

Date: 1995

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The next theme of the week is movies. We have seen a lot of movies, and have chosen seven that we think are some of the best:) Hope you enjoy them too!

Seventh Music Artist: Laura Fygi

The Seventh Music Artist: Laura Fygi

Laura Fygi was born in 1955 in Amsterdam. She was one of the most popular woman, Dutch singers of her time, and her music is still popular today.  

Song: Quizas, Quizas, Quizas

Sixth Music Artist: Sheryl Crow

Sixth Music Artist: Sheryl Crow

Sheryl Crow was born in 1962. She specializes in numerous genres of music such as, rock, folk, hip hop, country and rap. She has had many hits during her career but we thought we would select a song that was not as popular. 

Song choice: Love is Free

Fifth Music Artist: RJD2

The Fifth Music Artist: RJD2

RJD2, born in 1976,  is not only a musician but also a music producer. He is known for creating instrumental hip hop music and composing tracks for popular rappers.

Song: Smoke and Mirrors

Fourth music artist: Dorothy Moore

Forth Music Artist: Dorothy Moore

Dorothy Moore, born in 1946, is a singer of R&B, soul, and jazz. She is best known for her hit "Misty Blue" which is our song selection of the day. 

Song choice: Misty Blue

Third Music Artist: Sean Paul

Sean Paul was born in 1973, in Kingston, Jamaica. He went to the University of Technology in Jamaica.


Song Choice: As Time Goes On

Second music artist: Melody Gardot

Melody Gardot was born in 1985, in New Jersey. She started playing piano at the age of nine, but had no intention of becoming a professional musician. She studied fashion at the Community College of Philadelphia. In November of 2003 Melody was hit by a car while riding her bicycle. After a long and painful recovery she began making music. She also learned to play the guitar. Now Melody Gardot is a world wide known jazz musician.

The Melody Gardot song that we thought you all would enjoy: Somewhere Over the Rainbow

The first music artist: Amos Lee

Amos Lee was born in Philadelphia in 1977. He graduated from University of South Carolina and is a famous singer-songwriter. His genres include: folk, soul, and rock.

The Amos Lee song we chose is: Sweet Pea

The next theme we are going to do is music. We will post a song and a little synopsis about a new artist in a varying genre everyday for a week. Hope that you enjoy our music picks:)

The seventh designer: Oscar de la Renta

 Oscar de la Renta is most famously known for his evening gowns and famous red carpet looks. He was born in 1932 in the Dominican republic, and is one of the most well known designers in the world. He has won many awards and has dressed many celebrities including Jaccqueline Kennedy.

Evening Gown

Evening Gown

Camaron Diaz wearing Oscar de la Renta Gown

The sixth designer: Coco Chanel

Gabrielle Chanel, most commonly known as "Coco" was born in 1883 and is known for changing the appearance of women during the early 1920's. Coco, a french designer, freed women from the limiting of the popular corset style by creating a line of clothing that was "casual", loose, yet still elegant and sophisticated. She is most famous for coming up with the iconic "little black dress" as well as her suits for women. But her genius goes beyond clothing, she is also known for her fragrance (especially No.5), jewelry, and handbags. 

Coco Chanel classic suit

another example of a classic Chanel suit

Chanel little black dress

The Fifth Designer: Dolce&Gabbana

                                                                   

The high fashion company, Dolce & Gabbana, was founded in 1985 by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. The two met in Milan and immediatly clicked; not only were they perfect business partners, but also perfect life partners as well. Dolce and Gabbana were both inspired by Italy's film history and from that inspiration created clothing statements that have changed the fashion world.
It is said that Dolce and Gabbana's goal is to create clothing that is flattering for a woman's body and personality. Although it was not their intention to start numerous trends and become the world famous, they did exactly that. Today Dolce & Gabbana are known for embroidered/printed coats, wearing underwear as outerwear, empowering suits for woman, and wearing the color black.

A design from the spring/summer 2012 D&G fashion show

D&G classic black suit worn by Penelope Cruz

D&G floral corset

The Fourth Designer

The fourth designer: Valentino Garavani

Many of you may be familiar with the work of Valentino Garavani, commonly known as just Valentino. He was born in 1932, in Lombardy, Italy. He is the founder of the Valentino SpA brand and company. In 1962 he had his first breakthrough in Pitti Palace in Florence, Italy. It was after this show that his line was on high demand from buyers all around the world and received lots of praise from the press. In 1967 Valentino was given the Neiman Marcus Fashion Award. He has dressed great women such as Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, Jayne Wrightsman, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and Princess Margaret. His work is unique. Each dress has been designed and made with the utmost attention to detail. His dresses may appear simple, but if you look closely you can see that, in fact, the fabrics have been subtly chosen to serve and compliment one another. I think it does him justice to say he is the "Maestro of Italian Couture."

Valentino Spring Couture 2012

Valentino Spring Couture 2012

The models from the previous photo preparing to go out on the runway.

Valentino Detailing

If you want to see more of his collections you can go to: http://www.valentino.com/en/home/

The Third Designer

The Third Designer: Victoria Beckham

Victoria Beckham was born 1974 in Essex, England. You may recognize her as a former Spice Girls member or as the wife of legendary soccer player David Beckham. More recently, Victoria has made herself known as a fashion icon. Her fashion career was launched when she started a sunglasses line called dvb Eyewear. Following dvb Eyewear, Victoria created a line of denim called dvb Style. Her clothes are modern and edgy. She uses lots of sharp lines, geometric shapes, and monochromatic fabric.

One the pieces in her collection

One the pieces in her collection

One of her collections

Victoria's dvb Eyewear

Check out her website: http://www.victoriabeckham.com/

The Second Designer

 

The Second Designer: Gretchen Jones                                                                                                                                                                                                  

Gretchen Jones was the winner of the television series "Project Runway" (season 8, 2010).  From the beginning of the series, every viewer could tell that Gretchen was one of the strongest designers competing. She won many of the competitions and put together an innovative, creative, and unique collection for Fashion Week. One of the characteristics that is so special about her work is her ability to create clothing and accessories that appeal to many modern women around the world. Today Gretchen runs a successful clothing and jewelry line.

Fashion Week: pieces from final Collection(jewelry is also her design)

Winning Design

Cuff bracelet (design made after Project R.)

Necklace (design made after Project R.)

The First Designer

  To kick off our blog we decided to choose a simple yet interesting theme. Both Linnan and I are inspired by the many talented designers in the world, as I am sure many others are as well:). Everyday we will post a page featuring one of our favorite designers.

The First Designer: ELIE SAAB 

  Elie Saab, born in 1964, is a Lebanese designer. He began designing dresses at a young age, and when he was eighteen he launched his first line in Beirut. His dresses are amazing and I can say with confidence that every women would love to wear Elie Saab. These are the kinds of gowns when worn look effortless and ravishing. He is definitely a fashion icon and a designer worth following.

Elie Saab 2012 Paris Fashion Week

Elie Saab 2012 Paris Fashion Week

Mila Kunis wearing Elie Saab's lavender gown at the Oscars

Check out his website: http://www.eliesaab.com/#/en/home

Welcome to our blog!

     In this blog we will share all sorts of fun things for those of you who are hungry for fashion or design or music or photography or travel or cuisine, or all of the above. We hope that you find the things we share with you as inspirational and delightful as we do.

Enjoy!

Sincerely,
Linnan and Brette


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