Dancer, Amber Scott, of The Australian Ballet, is absolutely breathtaking in "A Dance For One", a short film featuring the Lover Spring line and the Muse Lace Dress. Enjoy!
{Images via Bona Drag by Lover}
Film
April 13, 2011
A Dance For One
Dancer, Amber Scott, of The Australian Ballet, is absolutely breathtaking in "A Dance For One", a short film featuring the Lover Spring line and the Muse Lace Dress. Enjoy!
{Images via Bona Drag by Lover}
April 1, 2011
The World's Smallest Movie Theater
Lucky ducks in the U.K. get to watch flicks from inside the world's smallest movie theater, Sol Cinema. It's mobile. And solar-powered! Isn't it the cutest thing you've ever seen?
What are your plans for the weekend? Hal and I are going to the movies at The Big Picture, a small single screen theater slash bar, where you can drink cocktails while you watch. They have the best white cheddar champagne popcorn!
Enjoy the weekend links, my friends...
Flights to NYC have been booked!
Dream house alert.
Beautiful embroidered book covers.
Postcards to my peeps.
Miniature haute couture.
How does one braid their hair like this?
If only I had an iPad2...
Such a clever bookshelf.
Knit your own puff daddy poof.
Always remember this...
And some posts of mine you may have missed...
{Image via Inhabitat}
March 24, 2011
The Curve Of Forgotten Things
Excuse me while I catch my breath. I just watched The Curve Of Forgotten Things, the most exquisite short film by Todd Cole in collaboration with Rodarte. It stars Elle Fanning with dreamy music by Deerhunter. I think you will enjoy.
{Image by Nowness}
February 25, 2011
Oscar Weekend
Will you be watching the Oscars this Sunday? I'm looking forward to ogling all the pretty gowns from the comfort of my sweatpants.
Have a happy weekend, my lovelies. Here are a few entertaining links...
What to bake for an Oscar party.
Have you listened to the new Adele album?
Necklaces for bookworms.
An amazing vintage Airstream renovation.
What's your favorite dinosaur?
Corners should never be neglected.
Extremely cool DIY pipe bookshelves.
See-through cribs for lucky babies.
Ever had a hazelnut chocolate whiskey sandwich?
Who I'd also give a fashion Oscar to.
And some posts of mine you may have missed...
{Image via Paper Face}
A Dream Motorcycle Ride
Dace has done it again. Last summer's biker chick is making an encore performance in this year's Spring 2011 look book.
Makes me eager for Hal to drive his inherited Harley up from Los Angeles. I'm trying to convince him to take me with, so we can ride up the California coast together. Me on the back of his bike with my arms around his waist. The wind whipping through our hair. The vast ocean on the left and the open road ahead. It would almost make me forget about my aching bum!
{Images by Andre Paul Pinces}
February 17, 2011
Snow Beauty
Photographer, Amber Gray, filmed this lovely short film for Marie Claire China, titled "Snow Beauty". Isn't it enchanting?
It reminds me of this strange time of year. When the snow could fall at any moment. But the sun won't allow it. And Spring wants to break through the soil and bloom.
{Image via Fashion Gone Rogue by Amber Gray}
February 16, 2011
The Last Unicorn
Do you remember the animated film, The Last Unicorn? These beautiful photos by Flora Deborah Martinez brought me straight back to childhood. I loved that movie so much... even though it always made me cry :)
{Images by Floris Blog}
February 15, 2011
Free People In Paris
How I wish I were a fly upon the lens during the Free People shoot in Paris. Aren't these behind-the-scenes images stunning? So is the video. Oh mon dieu.
{Images by Thomas Northcut}
I'm Through With White Girls
One of the major perks of being a songwriter is receiving checks in the mail for songs written years ago! This happened to me recently. I thought I was getting paid for my MTV placement, but the check was for a song placed in the indie film, "I'm Through With White Girls (The Inevitable Undoing of Jay Brooks)", a smart romantic comedy that won quite a few film festival awards. Unknown to me, it apparently aired all over cable TV and Showtime!
Back when I watched the premiere, it was the first time I'd heard my music in a theater. So trippy! "Ride (This Wave)" played during a really cute scene where the main couple is sitting in the car and my song plays on the stereo. The guy asks, "Is this the radio?" The girl says, "No, it's a mix tape that my ex-boyfriend made me." The guy nods in satisfaction and they groove out to it for a bit :)
If you caught the flick, I'd love to know! You can also find it on Amazon and Netflix!
{Image by Turn Soul Films}
February 7, 2011
Fashion + Film
I love when fashion and film join forces. Nadinoo's latest video by Crena Watson is a perfect example. Isn't it charming?
{Images via Nadinoo}
January 27, 2011
Alison Sudol & the Piano Phone
Thought you might enjoy this gorgeous video of Alison Sudol of A Fine Frenzy. It's a behind-the-scenes look at her photo shoot with Angela + Ithyle for the 3rd issue of Rue Magazine, giving us a peak inside her storybook cottage. Lovely loveliness.
{Image via Eliza Blog by Rue Magazine; Video by Shark Pig}
January 10, 2011
Studies In Landscapes & Wardrobes
This series by Canadian photographer, Karin Bubas, gives me the creeps. The good kind.
She took her inspiration from 50's and 60's film, particulary Alfred Hitchcock's cinematography and Michelangelo Antonioni's depiction of seemingly lost women, aiming to "explore the tension that exists between the female figure and the environments they inhabit".
Now I'm feeling the urge to curl up under a blanket and watch "The Birds". What is your favorite Hitchcock movie?
{Images via I'll Seen, I'll Said by Karin Bubas}
January 3, 2011
Black Swan
These beautiful photos are of a Swan Lake rehearsal for the Grand Opera of Paris in 1930. But after finally seeing Black Swan this weekend, they've become a bit haunting. I thank my lucky stars my ballerina skills were lacking as a child.
My heart was thumping out of my chest the entire movie and it is still echoing days later. Have you watched it yet? I loved every second. Except for the horrific fingernail clipping scenes!
{Images via Miss Moss by Alfred Eisenstaedt courtesy of Life Magazine}
December 2, 2010
Middle Night
How creative is this short film for Calvin Klein's new window displays? It's like you're looking through a snow globe.
"Middle Night" was shot by Anthony Goicolea and was influenced by early 19th century toys, dioramas, shadow puppets, camera obscuras, kinetoscopes and flip books. Truly magical.
{Image and video via Eve Without Adam}
November 18, 2010
Babies
We watched "Babies" the other night. French documentary filmmaker, Thomas Balmes, follows four adorable babes from four different continents during the first few years of their lives. There is no commentary. Only babies being their hysterical little selves. Beautifully shot and edited.
Seriously, folks. You must Netflix it! We laughed so hard. And it's incredible to see their similarities in such drastically different environments. If you've seen it, I'd love to know what you thought! Do you think Bayar's mama would mind if I borrowed him for little while? :)
{Images via IMDB}
October 20, 2010
Miss Mandy
I consider Mandy Moore my friend :) No, I've never met her. Details aside, I do have friends who know her who tell me she's the kindest, most down to earth celebrity around. I grew up with her during pop star beginnings and have no shame in admitting I still play "I Wanna Be With You" every so often. I really admire how she's transformed herself into a well-respected musician and actress... who, by the way, will be the voice behind Disney's Rapunzel. Go Mandy!
I barely recognized her in this spread for O Magazine. Doesn't she look beautiful in these cozy fall fashions?
{Images via The Oprah Magazine}
September 30, 2010
"From London With Love" By Gia Coppola For Orla Kiely
I've always been an admirer of Orla Kiely's 60's aesthetic. For her Spring/Summer 2011 collection, she teamed up with Gia Coppola to make a beautiful film which premiered at London Fashion Week.
Isn't it divine? Makes me fall in love with London all over again!
{Image via Mirror Error}
September 13, 2010
Original Vintage Film Posters
Happened upon a fabulous collection of original French film posters at Film/Art today. The prices aren't cheap, but wouldn't you love to tile a home theater with these iconic posters from the past?
{Images via Adore Vintage}
September 1, 2010
The "Love Story" Look
I remember the first time I saw the movie, Love Story. I bawled my eyes out. That theme song! And maybe because actors, Ryan O'Neal and Ali McGraw remind me of my parents (who btw, just celebrated their 37th anniversary!) Like the film's characters, they too courted in college during the 70's and both had a similar look in their younger years.
So I was instantly drawn to this special Love Story photoshoot for Details Magazine that Jules posted. Not to mention, I'm a sucker for seventies-inspired anything. Isn't it nostalgic?
{Images via Lawn Party by Dan Martensen}
July 22, 2010
Inception
I watched Inception the other night. The flick is crazy good. Without giving too much away, it's about a world where technology allows us to enter the human mind through dream invasion. Visually stunning and emotionally moving. I seriously walked out of the theater feeling as though I was in a dream myself.
Have you seen it yet?
{Image via Total Film}
June 23, 2010
Questions For You - Counting Down To Meet Your Soul Mate?
I watched the indie flick, TiMER, this past weekend and absolutely loved it. Have you seen it? It's a sci-fi romance set in the not-too-distant future where people can opt to have timers implanted in their wrists. These clocks will count down to the exact day you'll meet your soul mate. But your soul mate must have their timer implanted as well, or else your timer will be blank. On the day your timer zeros out, you and your soul mate's timer will beep once you make eye contact. Crazy, right?
So this week's question for you is...
Would you want to know when you'll meet your soul mate?
My answer... Before I watched TiMER, my answer was absolutely YES! But after viewing it, I have mixed feelings. A lot of thought-provoking ideas came up, for instance... what if your timer says you won't meet your soul mate until you're in your 50's? Or what if your soul mate never gets a timer implanted and you're always wondering if you even have a soul mate? Or what if you fall in love with someone who isn't your "soul mate" but your timer is still counting down to meet someone else?
{Image by Shirley Two Feathers}
May 28, 2010
April 8, 2010
Departures
I'm so sorry, friends. I have to leave you early this week. We recently found out that Hal's papa passed away. By the time you read this, we'll be on a plane to LA for the funeral.
This week has been rough. But after discovering his passing, we watched a beautiful Japanese film, called "Departures" (Okuribito), by Yojiro Takita. It won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Film last year. Have you seen it? It completely hit home for Hal and I think it helped him grieve. Isn't it crazy how sometimes you watch a movie and it perfectly correlates with your current life situation?
A cellist finds himself unemployed and returns to his home town with his wife to start fresh. He answers a help-wanted ad for someone to handle "departures", thinking it's a travel agency position. He finds out the job is for a funeral professional who prepares bodies for burial and entry into the next life. His wife and other townspeople frown upon it, but he begins to enjoy and respect the art of "nokanshi," acting as a gentle gatekeeper between life and death, and in doing, learns a profound lesson in living.
I highly advise you to put this film on the top of your Netflix queue. Even though it's about death, it was done very sweetly with heartwarming comedic moments. Definitely, my favorite film of the year.
I'll see you again on Monday, my loves.
{Images by Departures}
April 7, 2010
The Inspiration Behind Dear Creatures Spring 2010
I've previously professed my admiration for Dear Creatures. And the Spring 2010 collection does not disappoint. This time, the inspiration was drawn from a 1964 French musical, Jacques Demy’s "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg". I confess, I haven't seen it yet. And I'm dying to. How could I resist watching the delightful young Catherine Deneuve singing down the streets in retro French fashion?
P.S. Today's your last chance to enter the Bee Keeper Vintage handbag, accessory or houseware giveaway!
{Images by 1. - 4. Dear Creatures, 5. EZ Takes}
April 5, 2010
Balloon Save-The-Dates
These save-the-dates make me happy. Designers, Jen and Kevin, got engaged in Paris, where the French short film, The Red Balloon was made. So they sent their wedding guests a big red balloon with simple instructions to inflate. What a perfect way to set the tone for a playful wedding.
{Images via Oh So Beautiful Paper via FPO}
March 23, 2010
Natalie Wood
Love note to Natalie Wood...
Dear Natalie. I miss you. West Side Story is one of my favorite movies. Definitely my favorite musical. Ever since watching you play Maria, you captured my heart. Even if you didn't actually sing. No biggie. Thank you for gracing us with your eternal beauty and charm. Love, Shannon.
{Images via: IMDB and Music2MyEars}
February 23, 2010
The Birds at Bodego Bay
Jen from That Wondrous Time visited Bodega Bay, where the classic Hitchcock film, "The Birds", was filmed...one of my favorite horror flicks. From the look of Jen's photos (bottom two), the film location scouts chose Bodega Bay for a reason. Birds actually amass here. Can you believe there were so many? Frighteningly beautiful. Whenever I see birds accumulating on a wire, I get shivers to this day.
Wouldn't you love to go visit?
{Top images via Film In America}
February 16, 2010
Camping Indoors
How was your weekend my friends? On Valentine's Day, we ended up making an indoor tent! A ghetto little brother version of this one. We were limited on supplies and patience.
Hal hung a piece of rope from two opposite walls in our sunken living room. We draped over two mismatched sheets and it was a mess. The weight of the sheets sagged the rope and it looked pathetic. I was getting frustrated and bratty. My 4-cheese truffle fondue was ready to be served and we weren't close to being done. Our conversation went something like this:
Me: It's not working. Let's just forget it.
Hal: No, I'll figure it out.
Me: We don't have time. The fondue needs to be eaten...now.
Hal: Just let me think about it for a minute.
So he went to the closet and produced a broom handle. He wrapped the rope around it to provide structure. Then tied the sheets around the stick. That was the trick. We secured the top with my hair clip and the bottom sheet corners with heavy objects. Voila! We placed our coffee table and floor cushions inside. Granted, our heads rubbed up against the tent walls, turning our hair into static cling 'fros. But it was perfect. We ate our tasty fondue while reveling in our collective childlike genius.
After dinner, we replaced the table with a mattress. Then set up our projector to screen dvds on the opposite wall. We cozied up in bed and watched "Couples Retreat" from inside our tent. Bailey loved our impromptu theater. She kept attacking the wall!
January 22, 2010
Snowboarding at Sundance
Wishful thinking. I'm not going to Sundance, but my sweetie is. Hal has a friend in Utah and is leaving for a guys week of snowboarding and film viewing. Apparently it's great to go there during the festival, because the mountains are empty while everyone is star watching and standing in lines to get in the theaters. I will definitely miss him, but I'm secretly looking forward to my alone time :)
Planning anything fun this weekend? I'll leave you with some amusing links and I'll see you on Monday my dears...
Forget Sundance, I'd rather be here.
A tasty calendar to keep the doctor away.
These cocktail ice spheres are all the rage in Japan.
I want to take this pyro bulldog puppy home.
Beautiful blues and greens in this gorgeous Morrocan home.
Musical instruments covered in sheet music.
A lovely bouquet made entirely of vintage brooches.
Do you think these mary jane pumps are crazy or cool?
What it must feel like to live in a cloud.
Another Swedish escape I'd like to discover.
And some posts of mine you may have missed...
{Image by Velco}
January 19, 2010
Big Exciting News
I've had to keep my lips tight, but no longer. I'm crazy excited to tell you that my band, Lorelei, will be making our first music video!
I'm especially stoked, because we have the Emmy-winning original cinematographer of LOST, Felicity, Alias, Cloverfield and Zombieland, Mr. Michael Bonvillain. And we have assistant directors who have worked on Pirates of the Caribbean, The Eye, True Blood, Indiana Jones, The Hangover, to name a few.
My man will be the art director! And we have a bunch of friends and friends of friends in the film industry who are willing to jump on board, donate their time, and make this video happen. I feel so lucky to have such a talented team.
We chose our song, "Rewind", since it's so visual. We'll be shooting the last weekend of February. There is so much to do in the meantime...I'm getting nervous just thinking about it. Oh, and I'm sure I'll be asking your advice about wardrobe in the near future!
{Image via Shannon Eileen Myspace by Michael Gordon}
December 14, 2009
60's French Classics - Online Film Festival
I'm so looking forward to this. Starting tomorrow, Stella Artois will be presenting Recyclage De Luxe, a free online film festival featuring a different classic 60's French film every day for the next week! Here is the line-up:
Tuesday 12/15: Lola
Wednesday 12/16: The 400 Blows
Thursday 12/17: Jules and Jim
Friday 12/18: Masculin Feminin: 15 Faits Precis
Saturday 12/19: Vivre Sa Vie
Sunday 12/20: La Jetee
Monday 12/21: Hiroshima, Mon Amour
{Images via The Auteurs}
December 9, 2009
Chalk Animation
Thanks to Summer, I came across this extraordinarily beautiful chalk animation music video by Australian band, Firekites. It was directed by Lucinda Schreiber and Yanni Kronenberg. It took an estimated 1,900 chalk drawings and six months of work from start to finish. Every day, after shooting, their bodies and laptops were covered in chalk dust. Animators are amazingly patient people.
November 24, 2009
Wizard of Oz Inspired Outfits
I cannot take credit for this perfect collection of Wizard of Oz inspired outfits. Lauren was displeased with the "WOO" and its wardrobe. So she updated their looks as if Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion (who is apparently now a woman), Glenda the Good Witch and the Wicked Witch had to get glammed up for a fabulous party. Didn't she nail it? I just had to share :)
P.S. I just found a treasure trove of Dorothy red slippers!
{Images by Magpie Mania}
November 20, 2009
Handmade Nation
Have you heard of this documentary? The DVD of Handmade Nation was just released. It explores the rise of DIY, arts, crafts and design in America. Director, Faythe Levine travels to 15 cities, interviewing 80 individuals about their work and growing community that exists through Etsy, online boutiques, blogs, galleries and craft fairs.
Check out the trailer. If you missed the first time around, it will be screening in Seattle on December 4th. It might come to your city too!
{Images by Handmade Nation Movie}
November 11, 2009
November 9, 2009
The Blu Dot Real Good Experiment
Last week, Blu Dot did an experiment. They placed 25 of their Real Good chairs around New York, free for the take. Each chair was embedded with a GPS device for tracking. They plan to contact the new chair owners and make a documentary about who grabbed them, where they went, how they get there, and what their new homes look like. I just love this idea!
{Images via The Inside Stoop, by Blu Dot Real Good Experiment}
October 29, 2009
Classic Halloween Flicks
MY FAVORITE: The Birds ('63)
The Haunting ('63), Pit and the Pendulum ('61), Psycho ('60)
The Fly ('58), House on Haunted Hill ('59), Night of the Living Dead ('68)
Body Snatchers ('56), Rosemary's Baby ('68), The Blob ('58)
I realize I may get one interested reader for this post, since it seems like not too people are thrilled by scary movies. I, however, love them. Especially when you're cuddled up on the couch with hot chocolate and a hot boyfriend to protect you.
So for today's Halloween theme, I've assembled horror movies for those of you staying home this year. There were far too many to choose from, so I'm sticking with films from my favorite decades, the 50's and 60's - not too scary, often campy, but oh so classic!
{Images by Classic Horror}
October 9, 2009
Bond Book Cover Art
If you can't tell by my solo project, I've always wanted to be a Bond girl. Strong, sexy, independent, bold and beautiful. So are the Penguin re-designed book covers painted by artist, Michael Gillette, reminiscent of the iconic film posters. I think they embody the Bond aesthetic to perfection, don't you?
{Images by Pencil Squeezing}
