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On Staycation in Santa Monica
GlamAmor Posted by on Aug 15, 2011
Since I haven't taken any time off since GlamAmor began over a year and a half ago, I've noticed that the universe has definitely been encouraging me to take a break in a few different ways lately. I'm finally listening and freed up a few days to step away from work. Not planning on goin read more
On Trend with Vintage--1960s Mod Dresses
GlamAmor Posted by on Aug 10, 2011
Though I don't personally subscribe to any trends, I am still very interested in what's happening in fashion and WhoWhatWear is always a great snapshot of what's trending at the moment. Well, right now the moment is all about 1960s vintage-inspired mod dresses. They'll be big for Fall 20 read more
The Cinema File--I Love Lucy...in Irene
GlamAmor Posted by on Aug 8, 2011
Over the weekend, Turner Classic Movies celebrated Lucille Ball's 100th birthday with an entire day of her movies. I awoke in the middle of the night to 1943's Du Barry was a Lady, blown away by how beautiful Lucy looked in this two-piece red gown by Irene. She's simply stunning. S read more
Vintage Los Angeles--Sunset Strip in the 1940s
GlamAmor Posted by on Aug 4, 2011
Courtesy of Vintage Los Angeles, one of my favorite online resources, take a drive down Sunset Boulevard around the time that Rita Hayworth filmed Gilda at Columbia Studios. Columbia was located at Sunset and Gower in the 1940s, so this is a stretch of the street that read more
Cinema Connection--Rita Hayworth's Studs Still on Trend
GlamAmor Posted by on Aug 3, 2011
Studs have been a trend in fashion since their peak in Fall 2009, and they now seem to appear perennially on accessories from bracelets to bags to shoes. WhoWhatWear noticed the trend shifting from a tougher look into studs embellishing ornate jewelry like the ones shown above. But one c read more
The Style Essentials--Femme Fatale Rita Hayworth Puts the Blame in 1946's GILDA
GlamAmor Posted by on Aug 1, 2011
There are some movies that are so sexy and sizzle no matter how often you see them, and Charles Vidor's 1946 classic Gilda is definitely one. Film noir is already a favorite genre of mine, but the characters in Gilda are so taut with tension and visuals so rich that there's something exceptiona read more
Cinema Connection--Kim Kardashian Channels Elizabeth Taylor's Maggie the Cat
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 27, 2011
Ok, believe me when I say that no one is more shocked than me that Kim Kardashian is actually making an appearance on GlamAmor. After all, this is a girl best known for wearing tight trendy outfits that are most often the opposite of the ladylike classics I love. But one of the goals of read more
Out and About--Ocean Park Surf Contest & Lu'au in Santa Monica
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 23, 2011
Last weekend, Los Angeles braced itself for what many were convinced would be "carmageddon"--severe gridlock caused by the Sepulveda Pass shutdown of the I-405 connecting the Valley with the Westside. Instead, what we all experienced was more "carma-heaven" where people stayed out of read more
GlamAmor on TCM's July Podcast...Talking about Helen Rose
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 18, 2011
My podcast with Turner Classic Movies is all about the style of the great costume designer Helen Rose. Of her 23 years at MGM--from 1943 to 1966--we discuss some of her best movie moments and wardrobes that are influential and personally significant for me. Check out all t read more
Cinema Style File--More Classic Helen Rose in 1962's COURTSHIP OF EDDIE'S FATHER
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 15, 2011
Though mention of Vincente Minnelli's The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1962) was included in my podcast with Turner Classic Movies, unfortunately the discussion on its significance in style was not. Because the movie really showcases the classic style voice of the great MGM cost read more
Veronica Lake-inspired Hair is InStyle
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 12, 2011
Veronica Lake-inspired waves in long hair is so hot right now...take a look at the celebrities featured in InStyle magazine and tips on how to achieve this modern 'do read more
The Style Essentials--Elizabeth Taylor Calls on Helen Rose Style in 1960's BUTTERFIELD 8
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 12, 2011
Daniel Mann's Butterfield 8 is one of the films that I recently discussed during a Turner Classic Movies podcast with Scott McGee when looking at the career of one of my favorite costume designers, Helen Rose. Because we weren't able to indulge in all of its wonderful wardrobe, read more
Cinema Style File--Veronica Lake Plays Peek-a-boo in 1940s Style
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 10, 2011
Whereas Brigitte Bardot embodies the style of the 1960s, Veronica Lake is a sophisticated stunner from the stylish 1940s. Veronica became popular in the early part of the decade with a trio of back-to-back hits--Sullivan's Travels (1941), This Gun for Hire (1942), and read more
Brigitte Bardot-inspired Hair in Glamour
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 9, 2011
Just about every magazine has done an editorial spread inspired by Brigitte Bardot's hair styles over the past few months. Here is one from July's Glamour magazine showing us their take on modern ways to borrow from Brigitte along with tips on how to achieve the looks this summe read more
Cinema Style File--Brigitte Bardot's Hair Inspiration
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 7, 2011
Much like how the styles in fashion are constantly inspired by classic cinema, the same can be said of the styles found in hair. This summer has launched many retro-inspired trends in hair, and I'll start by sharing perennial favorite Brigitte Bardot. Over the years, countless& read more
Cinema Connection--Gidget's Surf Style
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 6, 2011
I had a luxurious long Fourth of July weekend...mostly spent surfing at the beach. After basically a six-month hiatus to get GlamAmor up and really running, I returned to my home break in Santa Monica to start surfing regularly again. It was great to be back with the Ocean Park crew and read more
The Style Essentials--Elizabeth Taylor Steams it Up as Maggie...the CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF
GlamAmor Posted by on Jul 1, 2011
The timing is perfect to share a film that has made a huge impact on me in matters of style, Richard Brooks' 1958 classic Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. Not only is it based on a steamy Southern play that seems just right for this hot holiday weekend, but the movie's costumes are designed by my hero Helen R read more
GlamAmor in TCM Podcast for July!
GlamAmor Posted by on Jun 28, 2011
Yesterday I was interviewed by Turner Classic Movie's Scott McGee for an upcoming TCM podcast! It was great fun, especially for a cinephile such as myself. Our talk centered around movies from their July schedule that feature the talent of one of my favorite designers of all time, the la read more
GlamAmor Welcomes Intern Amy!
GlamAmor Posted by on Jun 22, 2011
I'm so happy to welcome Amy Beard, intern extraordinaire, to GlamAmor! Amy comes with both blogging and fashion design school experience, most recently interning for Jaya Apparel Group and working on the super stylish Elizabeth and James line. After being behind-the-scenes of such a big read more
Happy Summer Solstice!
GlamAmor Posted by on Jun 21, 2011
I could not think of a better way to celebrate today's Summer Solstice than with a reminder of Esther Williams' style. Ever since I sang her praises in May on GlamAmor, I have only seen her style get hotter and hotter in the mainstream press. There have been several fashion shows dedicat read more