Got the Valentine's Day Blues? Perhaps this Classic Movie Advice Will Help

Many people believe that objects can bring fortuitous events of love, fertility, fortune, and prosperity….

If a man and a woman see a ladybug at the same time, they'll fall in love.

Some cultures advocate for hanging red lanterns around your bed to bring luck to your marital bed.

Wear rose quartz to attract love and passion into your life.

Fill a bunch of vases with peonies (or line your walls with paintings of them).

But if you are in search of love this Valentine’s Day, maybe you should follow Marlene Dietrich’s advice.

Classic Cinema, Beauty Tips, Love, Marlene Dietrich, Minimalist, Valentine's DayStefanie CosmanFebruary 8, 2021valentines, fashion, loveComment

A Fashion Rebellion... at Our Fingertips?

I am in-love with Carole Lombard's films lately. And as usual, I had to pause several times while watching Love Before Breakfast, in which she plays a stubborn, sharp-tongued woman who is caught in a love triangle that somewhat resembles a comedic Gone with the Wind.

My first use of the remote was to rewind numerous times as her love interest hands her a cocktail he describes as a "Goodwin". I knew of a Gibson, but a Goodwin? Did I hear him correctly? This will surely send me down the cocktail history rabbit hole. I will let you know if I ever emerge...'

1940's Fashion inspiration: Iconic Valentine's Day Sweater

Valentines Day is coming!!! What are all of you doing to celebrate? My husband and I are going Argentinian Tango dancing. He is less excited about it than I am... to me the Tango evokes images of smoky underground jazz bars in Argentina where lovers dance the night away. He thinks of awkward couples shuffling around the dance floor in sneakers.

Either way, I know exactly what I'm going to wear. This sweater has been in the works for weeks...