MISS MOOX: Movie Reference

I watched St. Elmo's Fire over the weekend. Man is that one hell (said in a whisper) of a good movie! I'm totally going to incorporate "Aboogaboogabooguhuhuh" into my everyday vocabulary. If you know me or are a faithful reader of my blog you will know how obsessed I am with movies and that one of my dreams was/is to do set design. [If anyone reading knows how I can get involved doing this in Charleston, please let me know. I have tried several avenues and I've not had any success. I will get coffee for the set designer of a movie being filmed here...just want to be involved and learn!] So one of the things I love most about this movie is how the perspective character's apartments' represent the characters so well. Let's take a look, shall we?

Alec and Leslie define the ultimate yuppie couple! They have this huge loft apartment probably in the most up and coming neighborhood of D.C. The Nike poster as art on their wall is a literal nod to their love of status and consumption. As is this shot below which shows them ordering new furniture from big box companies.

As an architect, you can see Leslie's design influences, in the space as well with a mix of modern, traditional and industrial like the glass block wall, oriental rugs and architectural lights.

photo via dipity.com

Jules apartment, with help by her decorator Ron, is totally her...expensive and flashy! Very modern and minimalist with no antiques. The colors are feminine and current to the pastels that were popular at that time in the 80's. Also note the unique pieces like the neon Billy Idol wall art and the repurposed coffee table made of concrete risers that show she has some edge to her personality.

photo via apartment therapy

Kirby and Kevin's apartment definitely represents two bachelors post college! But I'd say it has more of Kevin's influence with the boho color scheme and eclectic mix of decor items including record album's, bongos, and let's not forget the coffin! He is a writer and has a poster of, I'm assuming, his idol Woody Allen over the mantle so right away you know he is a lovelorn romantic.

photos via http://warymeyers.blogspot.com

I couldn't find any images of Wendy's new apartment...but it was traditional, classic and comfortable just like her. I have always loved her quote and thought of it myself when I spent the first night in my house.

"Yea... ya wanna know what's great? Last night I woke up in the middle of the night to make myself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich... and ya know, it was my kitchen, it was my refrigerator, it was my apartment... and it was the BEST peanut butter and jelly sandwich that I have had in my entire life!"

I finally saw The Help last night. Man o' man did I cry my eyes out! I was literally exhausted from crying. Admittedly, I only read half the book. I put it down and never picked it up again (very rare for me as I always finish what I start) but I had a lot going on last summer and got distracted. Anyway, I wanted to do a post about the interiors of the homes but couldn't find any of the scenes I wanted to talk about. Bummer. Oh well, this will have to do...

The cabinets were a mint green color as was the peg board walls around the cabinets in the kitchen at Hilly Holbrook's house...

Lots of floral wallpaper! It is the South after all.

I'll give someone a dollar if you tell me who makes this lamp? Because I know it is current but cannot place it! (Shine?)

P.S. Sissy Spacek was awesome!

I loved the jars in the pantry, glad we've come full circle on that.

Elizabeth Leefolt had this adorable Chinoiserie chest in her daughter's bedroom...

I also spotted a few familiar fabrics including one of my all time favs which was on a sofa in Skeeter's mom's house in the foyer.

(I think Kravet makes it but I know Calico Corners sells it as Debbie Floral)

This was the drapery fabric in Aibileen's house...

Duralee Duragard Chestnut

I wanted to show you more but I guess you will just have to go see the movie!

I'm super excited about seeing The Change Up. However, how will I ever choose who to look at?

I fell in love with Ryan Reynolds when he was on this show...

Totally dating myself as many of you probably don't know what I am talking about. But if you do, then you know what I'm talking about. He was just as he seems in real life...funny and self-deprecating yet wildly confident..i.e. my perfect man.

Then he grew into this handsome thing.

Funny AND that body? Proving there is a God.

I even watched The Amityville Horror Movie (remake) because he was in it!

Yeah, it was worth the fear factor.

But do I keep my eyes on him or Jason Bateman? He was my first crush...ever since the Silver Spoon days!

Again, I like the sarcasm. He totally stole that show! I even watched Teen Wolf Too for you Jason.

He disappeared on us for a while but made a killer comeback with a cameo in Dodgeball...

And I fell instantly back in love.

Here he is all grown up...same dry humor.

And how precious is this pic???

So back to my dilemma...how am I going to watch this movie while taking in both pieces of eye candy AND following the plot? Not to mention it was filmed in Atlanta, my hometown, so I'm gonna want to look at the landmarks. Think I might have to watch this one twice. Back to back. Middle school double feature style.

Keri Russell has always been one of my favorite actresses. Yes, I was a big fan of Felicity (I think I still own the dvd series-holla to JJ Abrams first hit!). First of all she is beautiful! I have a mental list of five celebrities I wish I looked like and Keri is tops on it. She is one of those women that has the ability to go from hiking a mountain to walking the red carpet and looking equally amazing at both. Not many people can pull that off, the balance of tomboy and girly-girl, and I admire that in a woman.

And I just think she has great style. Classic and elegant with a slight bohemian edge to it.

I was stoked when I saw her house featured in Elle Decor this month. If you ask me, her home totally reflects her personal style.

And she married a carpenter, kinda jealous of that too.

Marion Cotillard in Psycho

Seth Rogen in North by Northwest

Gwyneth Paltrow and Robert Downey, Jr. in To Catch a Thief

Scarlett Johansson and Javier Bardem in Rear Window

Charlize Theron in Dial M For Murder

Jodie Foster in Birds

Renee Zellwegger in Vertigo

Naomi Watts in Marnie

I meant to post this on Friday in honor of Alfred Hitcock's birthday. Yes, Friday the 13th! And yes, I am that big of a dorky fan. But I forgot so here is is. These images are from a 2008 Vanity Fair shoot with modern day actors/actresses depicting Hitchcock's most famous characters. Brilliant! See the full article here. And if you are a dorky fan like me or just into fashion, get this book...

You can thank me later.

Is there nothing you can't do? I mean really. It kinda pisses me off. You are a tall, thin, beautiful, crazy healthy yoga guru for starters. Then you have to go and be an active mom, adept in the kitchen and a travel expert according to your amazing blog GOOP. And on top of that you are stylish, you have an Oscar and you sang one of my all time favorite songs (yes, I do mean Crusin'). Nauseating. Oh, almost forgot to mention that you have millions of dollars and dated two of the Sexiest Men Alive. Bitch. Yeah, I said it.

Anyhoo, as if ALL that wasn't enough...she can decorate. Argh. Here are some photos of her multiple homes I have been saving over the years.

She's laughing at all the poor saps that aren't her.

Blogger wouldn't let me upload the videos but here is the link to Julia's all time best tirades.

Since Oscar fashions tend to represent the best of the runways and runways tend to influence interior design I thought I could get away with this post. Clearly metallics, "sparkles" and structure are the big trends and I am curious to see how that will translate to the home. Let's just hope companies won't start bedazzling lamp shades! But if they do, I will probably be blogging about how much I love them! ha! And I must admit that I am such a poser because I call myself a movie buff however, I have not seen one of the films that was nominated for best picture. Not...a...one. Seriously? What have I been doing all winter? Its like a banner year for movie making and I have been staying at home watching The Bachelor. Note to self: Get out more.

Anyway, here are my fashion comments (as if you care).
HITS

Kristen Stewart
This is a current take on a really classic look. I wish she just enjoyed wearing it more...she looked so uncomfortable!

Rachel McAdams
I might be alone on this one but I think this dress is stunning. It looks like a watercolor. I like her hair this color, her makeup was flawless and I covet the earrings!

Miley Cyrus
I cannot believe that she had on one of my favorite dresses.
I have never seen her look this good!

Elizabeth Banks
I especially loved this color! But I wanted to rip that headband off her head. You're not 12.
Sorry girl, your crazy funny though!

Maggie Gyllenhall
I am sure she will get slammed for this choice and I normally don't like prints but there was something about this dress. And it seemed very...her. She looked gorgeous!
(As if I know her.)

ON THE FENCE

Charlize Theron
I know it is high fashion but I can't decide if I like this one or not. It did look like Stewart was behind her wearing lavender gloves and holding up her "girls." I kept waiting for him to step out.

Sandra Bullcok
I was really hoping to love her's. It was her night. I totally lost it when she thanked her mom.

Demi Moore
I liked it but maybe it is because it reminded me of my Peaches 'n Cream Barbie!

MISSES

Sarah Jessica Parker
I didn't like SJP's dress. But it did remind me a bit of this...

Meryl Streep
I think Meryl stole her dress from the set of this movie...

Jennifer Lopez
It looked like a used condom. I am sorry but it did. As did her's...

Amanda Seyfried

Zoe Saldana
I was excited to see her dress because I love her style but this just looks like unraveling brush fringe. I do not likey.

I also have a few general (and rather snarky) comments to make.

1. Who was in charge of the backdrop for these photos? Shag red carpet and yellow roses along the ground? Eek.

2. ABC couldn't get anyone better than Sherrie Shepherd and Cathy Ireland to host the pre-show?Clearly the were scraping the bottom of the barrel. Since I am probably next on the list, give me a call for the 83rd Oscars. I am happy to do it.

3. Gabourey Sidibe IS precious.

4. I know that Dentyne was a sponsor of the Oscars but I cannot stand to watch people talk with gum in their mouth. I bet all of their publicists were dying!

5. Cheers to the John Hughes tribute!But is anyone else concerned with how old the Brat Pack looked? I am. Because that means that I am old. I mean heck, Robert Downey, Jr. was wearing Blue Blockers!

Ok, that is all. I am headed to Blockbuster...

Sorry, I have had a heck of a week, my brain is overloaded and I am a little burnt out on design (it does happen!). So, I am going to talk about what I just did which was finally getting around to seeing this movie...

I had such high hopes. An amazing concept!
At least it was when it came out the first time...

But what a horrible script! And how much did each of these big whigs get paid for their 15 minute appearance? Kinda makes me sick.
Thank heavens for you...

I know I know, but I just adore him!
(If you haven't seen this movie, you should do so immediately.)

And you Bradley Cooper...

Just please don't get over exposed!

I could have done without this story line...

But I assume it wasn't for my age bracket.

And this one...

Although you are both very charming.

And this one...

However, I do appreciate the eye candy.

I did like this story line...

And of course this one...

But this was my favorite part of the movie...

Have a great weekend!

I have been wanting to write the post for a while but didn't have the time to really research it like I wanted to. Thank you strep throat for giving me some time! I have posted before on my adoration for Nancy Meyers and her brilliant moviemaking "The Holiday," "Somethings Gotta Give," "Father of the Bride" just to name a few. She not only tells an amazing story but I love how much time, effort and detail she puts into the character's surroundings. Well, "It's Complicated" is her latest creation and as I sat in the theater watching the film, all I could hear was the audience's comments on the home of Meryl Streep's character, Jane's home which was set in Santa Barbara, California. And when I wasn't drooling over my boyfriend, John Krasinski, I was looking at the home too!

Who's Emily Blunt?
P.S. My face is so shiny because I am so happy.

I like that it looked lived in and you can see how it evolved over time. Nancy talks about the importance of creating the environment because as she sees it, it is an extension of the character. In this movie, "70% of the screenplay takes place inside three rooms, 70 pages. I was building a house, what I wanted it to look like. I get into it..."

When asked about the natural, earthy elements in the decor, Jon Hutman, the film's production designer, said the following: "It's the idea of classic elements used with a modern aesthetic. There's slipcovered furniture with natural linen, beautiful old wood on the doors, dining table and floors. There's also a very Italian influence in terms of color and materials. There's a casual comfort that's very approachable and appealing" according to an article by The Washington Post.

For those of you that haven't seen the movie, the main character is renovating her kitchen and as the owner of a famous bakery, you just know it is going to be good! So I was anxiously awaiting the end of the movie because I was dying to see Jane's new kitchen which sadly, was never reveled. The reason for that, Jon explains is that the kitchen was not the focus of the movie, it was Jane's life quest. And Nancy (I presume) thought it best to let the viewer's imagine what the newly renovated, dream kitchen looked like. Okay, okay, I get it but it would have been fun to see Jon's vision, right?

Well if you love this kitchen, as is, Remodelista did a post on ways to recreate the look. Check it out!

Ok, so everyone knows the quiz "Which character are you: Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda or Samantha?" Well I want to know..."Which character are you: Julia, Suzanne, Mary Jo or Charlene? I am definitely a Julia (minus the anger and sophistication) with a lil' splash of Mary Jo.

Why o' why can't there be a Designing Women network? Or at least a DVD box set! (Anyone find it? I can't). As a young girl growing up in Atlanta, I would watch Designing Women and think how I wanted to be just like these hilarious and well dressed (ha!) ladies when I grew up. I still hope to have a store/design firm one day where I work with good friends and we sit around gossiping and telling funny stories while someone cues a laugh track. And maybe if I am really lucky I can even employ a wise cracking ex-con to do our deliveries!

The exterior of Sugarbaker & Associates Interior Design is The Villa Marre, a Victorian mansion built in 1881 and located in the MacArthur Park Historic District of Little Rock, Arkansas. It is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places.

Some classic quotes (via imdb.com)...

Suzanne: I never use catalogs. I'd rather go in the store and see all the salespeople groveling and sucking up to you.
Julia: Pardon me, I never knew they were so solicitous at the K-Mart.

Mary Jo Shively: We think that your friend, Monette might be practicing the oldest profession.
Charlene: You think that Monette is a carpenter?

Charlene: I asked this Northern woman, "Where are ya'll from?" And she said, "I'm from a place where we don't end our sentences with prepositions." So I said, "Okay, where are ya'll from, bitch?"

I think they took this picture at the same place my family took our church directory photo in 1986.

If you need a lil' something to wet your appetite click here!