Wednesday, February 27, 2013

James Dean: The 700th Post


To celebrate this blog milestone, nothing better than a photo taken of James Dean on a night out in 1955 with Ursula Andress. For this occasion James Dean wore his dinner jacket paired with his tortoise eyeglasses, total elegance.
 
Thanks to all of you!



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Monday, February 25, 2013

And the Oscar goes to...ARGO


What can I say that hasn't been said about 2013's Academy Award winner for Best Picture, Argo...All I can say is that this film is a must watch not only for its thrilling and historical plot, but also for the brilliant interpretation of late 70s/early 80s style and decor.



Photo: Warner Bros./ARGO

Friday, February 22, 2013

85 years of Oscar History

An amazing tribute to the Academy Awards' 85th anniversary by artist Oly Moss featuring the famed Oscar representing a memorable scene from the best films of every year.



Photo: Oly Moss/AMPAS

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Roy Lichtenstein: POP!

Roy Lichtenstein was one of the most important Pop Art artists of the 20th Century. His works have caught the attention of many for more than 50 years. Starting February 21st till May 27th, London's Tate Modern will be celebrating his creativity with a very complete retrospective.

Below Lichtenstein's "POP!" cover for April 25, 1966's Newsweek issue, an issue that focused on Pop's impact on art, fashion, entertainment, and business.




Photo: Artinfo/Roy Lichtenstein/Newsweek

Monday, February 18, 2013

Anthony Perkins: Breton Stripes

A versatile classic worn by Anthony Perkins in the early 60s.


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Friday, February 15, 2013

Saint Laurent '84

A light sweater from Yves Saint Laurent's 1984 Spring/Summer collection that can be easily worn at any time of the year.


Photo: Uomoclassico

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Audrey Hepburn & George Peppard: Coffee in New York


Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard share a cup of coffee on the streets of New York. Both of them will always be remembered for their roles as Holly Golightly & Paul Varjak in "Breakfast at Tiffany's".

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