I thought Laura's blog post "Style Envy: Films to Style your wardrobe by..." was awesome! I loved it. Below are 3 of my all time favourite films and and the two main reasons are: The fashion and the soundtrack.
Desperately Seeking Susan and Pretty In Pink came out in the 80's, I was in my early teens and I was totally inspired by the fashion. For the first time in my life I started to experiment with what I wore and have'nt looked back since.
Alabama from True Romance is probably one of my favourite movie heriones. She loves her leopard print, rocks Wayfarers and turquoise underwear, never without red lips, and she kicks ass! Seriously cool!!!
We haven't done one of these for ages but when Betty walked into the shop today I couldn't resist asking her about her unique Egyptian print dress. It's a vintage piece that she got in Paris and it went beautifully with her curly locks. She rocked it with some beat-up white converse sneakers - super cute! Unfortunately my phone camera was being totally crap and wouldn't focus but lets just pretend (with the help of instagram) that I was going for that hazy 70's summer vibe (; You get the idea...
I loved Cindy's Annie Hall post so much it got me thinking about all of the films that have influenced my own style. I am totally, flippin' obsessed with films, all films; short, feature, experimental, indie, musical, sub-titled, blockbuster, comedy, children's, horror, documentary, animated... basically - I will watch owt. So here is a run down of the films that I style my wardrobe by...
Cry Baby (1990)
Directed by the King of Cool himself, John Waters and starring Johnny Depp at his most heartbreaking, Cry Baby is one of my favourite films of all time.
Traci Lords is devastatingly hot in this film. I wish my hair was this big!
Working Girl (1988)
Working Girl has big shoulder pads, big glasses, big hair and a girl with big dreams. All the classic 80's looks are covered in this feel good film. It also contains one of my all time favourite movie lines, after declining a marriage proposal from her deadbeat cheating boyfriend she says: 'You want another answer? Then ask another girl.'
Breathless (1960)
French New Wave God and director Jean Luc Godard famously said 'All you need for a movie is a gun and a girl.' Breathless is an effortlessly cool film about a man's unrequited love for a beautiful woman. The lead Jean Seberg exudes natural beauty, perfectly balancing that tomboyish femininity. This girl rocks a breton stripe like no one else can. I think the boys could take some tips from Jean-Paul Belmondo's slick style in this film too, that big french dreamboat... swoon ♡! And her dress in the picture on the left reminds me very much of our Mama San 50's Summer dress.
Strictly Ballroom (1992)
So this might seem like an odd choice but as a dancer I cannot resist a good dance film full of brightly coloured costumes covered in rhinestones, sky-high hairsprayed fringes and.... face gems. Especially when paired with a powder blue eye-shadow. Gia Carides as the bratty Liz Holt looks amazing throughout this film and the flamenco inspired matador outfits at the end of the film are to die for!
Latcho Drom (1993)
On a completely different path we have Toni Gatlif's film which seamlessly transports you to gypsy communities around the world. It is incredibly sensory and I find the colours, music, jewellery and dancing inspiring and beautiful. It is difficult to put into words how amazing this film is so just GO WATCH IT... NOW!
Rabbit Moon (1950)
I am obsessed with Pierrots and I have pierrot trinkets and pictures all over my flat which I guess is one of the reasons I love Kenneth Anger's Rabbit Moon. It also has an amazing ethereal quality and a rocking sound track. Check out our adorable pierrot inspired top on the Mama San website.
So that's it folks. I am dying to hear about all of the films that you style your wardrobe by so tweet us @mamasanbrighton and/or leave us a comment below! x♡x
We're super excited about this year's Brighton Festival. So much to choose from! Are you planning on attending any BF events?
Best Coast - Crazy For You
The official video for this is fantastic too - Kitties galore! Best Coast are playing at Brighton Coalition on 21st June. See you on the dance floor ; )
Speaking of Coasts....
Coconut Records - West Coast
Who knew Jason Schwartzman had his own band?!?
P.S. If you haven't, check out the TV show 'Bored to Death'. Mr Schwartzman steals the show.
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We here at Mama San are potty for pets, and are very excited to introduce our new blog feature, Pet of the Month!
This Month's star is Monty the Dachshund Puppy!
Owner: Holly
Age: 10 Weeks old
Size: Absolutely Tiny!
Favourite Food: Turkey
Likes: Hidding Under Cushions, Snoozing and Lots and Lots of Cuddles!
If you're crazy for your cat, bonkers for your budgie, or just want to tell the world how awesome your prized pet is, email info@mamasan.co.uk, tweet @mamasanbrighton or facebook us for a chance of being featured on this blog! Just include a photo and a couple of sweet facts about your cutie : )
