Australia opens tomorrow in theaters (in the US) and promises some gorgeous 1930s fashion. It's being announced as the newest big epic drama (already I have heard it compared to Titanic and Gone With The Wind), has huge sets, a star studded cast and, of course, costumes that will probably get nominated for an Academy Award. :)
I was pretty much clueless about this movie until earlier this month when "Miss Eponine" pointed me to this NY Times article (check it out!). What a delightful surprise! I don't know yet if this film will be clean (I'm guessing it won't) as the IMDB page doesn't list a rating, but you can read more about the plot here. Regardless of whether or not I will ever see the film, the costumes are well worth browsing. :)
The lovely and stylish Nicole Kidman (who plays the lead character of Lady Ashley) has done lots of costume dramas before, and it's no wonder; she just morphs beautifully into whatever she wears. These are pre-WW II fashions (my favorite period of dress) and they work so well on her tall figure (she's 5 10 1/2"). I love how simply her gorgeous blonde hair is styled! It looks like something that could be probably copied if you want to go 1930s. Everything about her ensembles is wonderfully put together, right down to the shoes, gorgeously designed by Ferragamo.
"There is a lovely synthesis of practicality, comfort and style,” says Catherine Martin, who designed the costumes for the film. And she's right. Don't you feel like you could just slip on any of these and go for a spin? The sweet day dresses make me wish it was summer again.
If you are a seamstress, there are dozens of great vintage pattern sites out there to help you re-create one of these designs. I'll just share one of my favorites - Decades of Style. They've got some adorable looks and I've heard that they are fairly simple toe make up.
As for me, now I want that evening gown! Ahh! Here's to feeling like a princess! ;)
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What's in your plans for this wonderful weekend? Turkey? Family and friends? Shopping for insanely awesome deals?
We're attending a historic holiday ball on Friday. I made a new gown and am just so excited about it all! I will be sure to share photos when I can!
Until later... count your blessings! :)
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