I love Rosemary Clooney because she is real. Not just another Hollywood glamour girl, she had an normal face, a realistic figure and one very special talent. She had a voice.
Not just any voice, mind you. Something truly special - warm, powerful and absolutely effortless. There were few other singers in the 1950s who could match her voice for pure, rich beauty. And she backed it up with her squinty, sparkling eyes and wide smile. Yes, Rosemary was a real woman, and one you can love, admire and relate to even today. When she starts to sing... the world stops turning for a moment and listens.
On the fashion side of things, Rosemary definitely wore her share of ridiculous, over-the-top 50s gowns. But there were plenty of classy pieces as well. Ever since I was a little girl, I have annually drooled over the beautiful dresses that she and Vera Ellen sported in the holiday classic White Christmas. Seeing some more of her few films and enjoying the 50s fashion is definitely on my "to do" list. For now, check out the lovely creation she's wearing in the above photo - full skirt, sheer polka-dot fabric, a string of pearls and gorgeous strappy sandals. Iconic 1950s loveliness.I hope you enjoy this short clip of Rosemary singing "Come Rain Or Come Shine." I was pleased to find some real gems from her television appearances while digging through YouTube, and picked out one that I thought was very special.
I think she's pretty much amazing. Do you agree? :)
Images: Phsychomodo on Flickr.com / SimplyClassics.net
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