Grace Kelly

As December 2012 hits, I’ve been contemplating on how I should start the new year right. Part of it is to be a real mature woman and leave some things behind that had given me traces of slight opposes to responsibilities.

This post of mine is a tribute to one of my inspiration. Epitome of elegance, class and sophistication. For me, she’s a woman with a beauty and charm I can’t compare to others.

Grace Kelly

Born in Philadelphia in 1929, raised Catholic, Grace Kelly became a popular actress in the 1950’s starring in movies such as Dial M for Murder, To Catch a Thief and The Swan. After marrying Prince Rainier III of Monaco on April 19, 1956, in a very public and ornate ceremony, at this point Kelly was one of the highest paid and most respected actresses in the world. Kelly abandoned her acting career in order to become Princess Consort of Monaco. She became very involved in many cultural and charitable organizations over the course of her life. http://www.biography.com/

Due to my slight fascination in classic movies, the first time I saw her is on her movie To Catch A Thief (1955)

with actor Cary Grant

wearing the famous "To Catch A Thief" famous blue dress

that had inspired this Grace Kelly barbie. (Oh i want to have this!)

My one favorite movie of her is Rear Window (1954) because of its interesting thrilling story.

with James Stewart

the famous black and white dress she wore in this movie

that had inspired this Rear Window Kelly Barbie

And the last movie she made before she became a princess High Society (1956). On where i could say she really had shown her own definition of class.

with Frank Sinatra

with Bing Crosby

I adore the set of clothes she wore in High Society, I mean these are from 50's, and you're still in style if you wear it now. Knowing it's not that easy to buy it in boutiques nowadays.

swimsuit

gown

white dress

casual

 

I wasn't just captivated by her classic beauty and timeless taste, but mostly of her undisputed poise, impeccable social manners and the charitable nature is what i admire about her the most.

maybe it wasn’t yet obvious that I’m inspired by her. But I REALLY AM, you’ll see. =)

if i were a boy

I pride myself having a keen eye for beauty. A classic beauty never fades, it isn't necessary to keep up with trends.

 Mary Elizabeth Winstead

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Grace Kelly

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The mainstream not less than 50 yrs ago

I neglected my blog lately, but that doesn’t mean I abandoned it. I’m not actually busy when 2012 commenced compared to the last quarters of 2011.

For some reasons, I found myself intensely hooked in watching movies.

Okay, who hasn’t?

But mine is different.
These are classic movies that are popular for a “little” long time ago; that I’m sure the majority of my co-generation peeps won’t even recognize. These were just some of my favorites:

snapshot on my laptop

Daddy Long Legs (1955)
Stars:
Fred Astaire, Leslie Caron 

A classic musical that includes ballet,  this one isn't a cartoon.

Gone with the Wind (1939)
Stars:
Clark Gable, Vivien Leigh

My favorite! V.L (Scarlett O'Hara) as the most manipulative woman you'll ever know. I actually found it funny, i love this movie because of her. and also, this movie lasted for almost 4hrs! (but I guarantee to those who love classic movies,  it's really entertaining)FYI this movie won 10 academy awards (There's a reason behind it, right?). Definitey, historical.

Ocean's Eleven (1960)

Stars:
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr.

If you thought that All-star Ocean's 11-13 during the year of 2000's is original, better think twice. The George Clooney here is Frank Sinatra. These 11 men robbed not just 3 Vegas casinos, but 5 - not yet having the advancement of technology ofcourse. 

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1938)
Stars:
Tommy Kelly, Jackie Moran and Ann Gillis 

What can i say? The character of this witty young men caught me at an early age. I've watched its cartoon during the 90's (which is funnier when dubbed in Filipino) and I've read its book.

The Graduate (1967)
Stars:
Dustin Hoffman, Anne Bancroft and Katharine Ross

You might have heard this movie first on Joseph Gordon-Levitt(as Tom - 500 days of summer), and had misinterpret it. You might have also heard about "Mrs. Robinson" on quite few lyrics and some scripts of movies nowadays. Well, This is the root of it all. This movie is really quite epic. I recommend this controversial movie to all young men. Who knows? maybe you can relate to it! :)

To Catch a Thief (1955)
Stars:
Cary Grant, Grace Kelly and Jessie Royce Landis

I'm definitely inlove with Grace Kelly's classic beauty, I'll choose her over Hepburn. Even Mattel made a rare Barbie (W/c is I am dying to have) inspired by her; wearing a Sky Blue gown that she's wearing in this movie. FYI Grace Kelly is a Monaco Princess in real life.

Casablanca (1942)

Stars:
Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman

Ingrid Bergman is a Beauty!

Roman Holiday (1953)
Stars:
Gregory Peck, Audrey Hepburn and Eddie Albert 

Last but not the least, the newer generations favorite, Audrey Hepburn. Aside from Breakfast at Tiffany's, Hepburn was just too good in girl next door roles. Not just because of her extraordinary style, talent and accent (which I dig!)the reason has always been her natural charm.

No matter how unpredictable I am (I don't care, it depends on how you perceive it), the truth is there has always been a classic heart within me.

exceptional indulgence

After having my 1st camera ever in the palm of my hands, i can't stop thinking for new additions as if i have job. Dslr accessories are very expensive for simple college students like me. To the fact that i haven't real fully the manual until now (lol), i cant help but to look for longer and larger lenses. Even if canon is waaaay more lighter than nikon, i realize heavy cameras doesn't fit to walking couch potato like me, i found it heavy to carry for everyday. But.. anyway, i dont mind if it will be heavier having this attached lens on my cam.

Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM

It's beautiful.

but when i found this one, it's like i'm open for alternating to normal digital camera.

Sigma DP2 Compact Digital Camera

Possibly, there's no Sigma camera available in our country, only because i haven't seen any available in any malls. But if there is one, definitely it's very very very rare. And don't judge its appearance like it is just the typical digicam we see everyday and its like no level comparison for thinner and high end digicams. This actually has the exceptional image quality we get from dslr cams. If i'll be having a digicam it will only be this unique Sigma cam or Panasonic Lumix GF1 or Leica x1.

Panasonic Lumix GF1

Leica x1

ambisyosa sometimes. hahaha. i can't stop appreciating and to be amazed