Golden Thoughts During the Golden Globes

"So long as we learn, it doesn't matter who teaches us, does it?" - E. R. Braithwaite

Reality Bites

I have learned more from Winona Ryder than I have from any math teacher throughout the entirety of my educational career.

I'm not kidding.

As I was talking to my dad about the controversy over whether or not actors and actresses should earn as much money as they do, it dawned on me that high school characters from 80s cheesy movies have taught me more about myself and life than many of my teachers.

Watching the Oscars tonight (my favorite night of the year!!) I told my dad how I think all actors deserve every cent of the insane amounts of money they earn from their films because their work reaches everyone and can touch so many people in so many different ways.  Their films tell stories that take people away and transport them to another place, which can also be said about literature but that's not the point.

Heathers

My dad counteracted with, "What about the teachers?" And I completely agree, teachers are amazing people devoting their lives for bettering the people of the future and they definitely deserve more recognition for their efforts. But I also pointed out, I've probably learned more about growing up and life from movies and characters' stories than I have from most of my teachers, which unfortunately is saying a lot for eleven years of education.

Maybe it's just me, but I think that actors are amazing people doing amazing things and inspiring thousands with a small smile brought to life on the silver screen.

Bravo to all the nominees at tonight's Golden Globe Awards!

American Hustle

First off, HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope everyone's first day of 2014 has treated them well and that the new year brings you all happiness and good health!

And to my main point today, the review and recap of new movie, American Hustle. I'm focusing mostly on the iconic 70's fashion and styling of the film, but all in all the movie was absolutely fantastic and I highly recommend it.
The IMDb blurb for the movie reads, "A con man, Irving Rosenfeld, along with his seductive British partner, Sydney Prosser, is forced to work for a wild FBI agent, Richie DiMaso. DiMaso pushes them into a world of Jersey powerbrokers and mafia" ...but oh my God, it is so much more. It's a complex story of two cons who do what they need to do to survive until they're caught in the act by a passionate and unrestrained FBI agent. The agent requires the two cons work for him in order to pinpoint political conmen and under-the-table deals. A whole lot of shit goes down with tons of laughs and plot twists, all accompanied by an amazing soundtrack. You really, really need to watch this movie! But before I give the entire movie away, I'm going to dive into the best detail, the clothing.

(L to R) Amy Adams as con Sydney Prosser, Bradley Cooper as FBI agent Richie DiMaso, Jeremy Renner as Camden, NJ mayor Carmine Polito, Christian Bale as con Irving Rosenfeld, and Jennifer Lawrence as Rosalyn Rosenfeld.

The star studded main cast (above) packed a huge punch, but they wouldn't be the people that they were without the awesome 1970's styled clothing. 

Christian Bale sported velvet jackets, silk ascots, and a serious comb-over (and not to mention the 70 pounds he had to put on for this role) as Irving Rosenfeld. His character chased after wealth and tried to display its rewards. His iconic suits and ever-present shades helped maintain the look.

Bradley Cooper and Christian Bale sport curled hair and comb-overs.

Amy Adams had probably the most amazing and sexy 70's wardrobe ever. Her deep cut dresses and blouses, huge earrings and sunglasses, and fur coats galore created the con-woman Sydney Prosser-slash-Lady Edith Greensly was. Her "royal connections" in the banking world probably sounded a lot more legit to drooling men then to their skeptical wives.

Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Adams having a not so lovely moment in the lady's room... but totally overlooked based on their drop dead gorgeous dresses and classic hair do's.

 Bradley Cooper and Amy Adam's outfits for their disco night took my breath away. Bradley's chest exposing button down with gold chains and scarf killed me. And Amy's triangle-top wrap dress, dangly dice earrings, and incredible fur coat screamed posh disco. If there was an iconic 70's scene being represented in 2013, this is it.

 Jennifer Lawrence's character, while providing tons of laughs, was not as glorified for her outfits as Amy Adams was (probably because half of her outfits were silk bath robes and slippers). But Jennifer's piled high do looked as iconic as ever. As much as I don't like Jennifer Lawrence... she did a fabulous job as Irving's unstable wife and mother of their child (poor kid).

If the clothing itself hasn't convinced you yet to go out and see American Hustle... then the soundtrack will. 1970's popular songs on the soundtrack include the likes of Duke Ellington, Elton John, The Bee Gees, and Jack Jones. If the soundtrack doesn't make you tap your feet or nod your head even a little bit, then I feel so bad for you and I hope you get the help you need soon!!!!

American Hustle, A+

The Bling Ring

 

If you haven't seen The Bling Ring yet... you should. If you're not in it for the killer fashion then at least do it for the film itself. A fictionalized account of the teenage burglars in L.A. who broke in and stole expensive clothes, accessories, and other fabulous items from A-list celebs in the California area. The fashion they stole and wore in this movie were (in the words of Fergie), GLAMOROUS. I have never fallen in love with so many clothes in such a short period of time. 

Although, I should note-- I am a big believer in the paid-a-little-money-but-I-look-this-hot concept (however, I also believe in the paid-a-lot-of-money-to-look-this-poor look too so follow what you want, I'm conflicted). So although this movie boasts high prices and expensive luxuries, also keep in mind that you can look expensive and fabulous by not spending your college fund on one dress, too.

The one and only Bling Ring (cast includes- from L to R- Taissa Farmiga, Israel Broussard, Emma Watson, Katie Chang, and Claire Julien)

If you're not already in love/obsessed with Emma Watson, after this stunning profile of a snobby wannabe you'll hate how much you love her.

^I couldn't have said it better myself. Sometimes us girls just want a little Chanel? You know? So if you haven't seen The Bling Ring yet, get your illegal movie downloading powers ready or add it to your Netflix queue, because this one is making my fashion flicks top 10.