On Screen Vintage: Animal inspired by RaMona LaRue, Naeem Khan, Guess and more

Just finished watching one of the most well-crafted movies of all time! In my opinion any way.The Graduate is one of the greatest for a number of reasons- the sets and architecture;  the soundtrack; Dustin Hoffman pre-Rain Man; but more so because of Anne Bancroft, the original cougar. I had never paid much attention to her wardrobe the first time I watched The Graduate, but it is apparent, Anne Bancroft's character was supposed to be a domineering female vixen.

 

Take her first outfit, after Benjamin Braddock's graduation party, a shimmery a-line leopard print with a sheer overlay. She was an absolute vision. Feminine and seductive, but not trashy. The dress may seem a bit gaudy, put I would rock it all day long. While trying to seduce Benjamin, Anne Bancroft, or Mrs. Robinson, undresses to a brassiere and slip, which is what else but more leopard. Talk about sending a message. I read that the director was inspired by Henry James's "The Beast In the Jungle" when creating Mrs. Robinson's wardrobe.

 

Several scenes later, we see Mrs. Robinson in a leopard print coat, unnecessary for a Cali summer; but nevertheless, stylish. Later Mrs. Robinson dons a  black tie-neck sweater with a fitted giraffe print skirt.  I searched for some classy animal prints you can add to your wardrobe in honor of the on-screen legend, including: a leopard print bra by Dirty Pretty Things at  Asos for 86.20; a Guess leopard print faux fur coat  at Nordstrom for $178.00; RaMona LaRue giraffe print skirt at  Couture Candy, for $92.00 . Unfortunately, the Naeem Khan leopard inspired dress which would be characteristic of Mrs. Robinson is a little out of budget at $3990.00 but the Camilla and Marc Embossed Print is a nice substitute for $192.00 at Neiman Marcus.

 

Until tomorrow,

 

Chamele

Modcloth's Brush With the Wild Skirt!

You know I had been fawning over the Panther's Play dress at Anthropologie, a strapless corset dress with an amalgam of prints. I found a cute alternative to the $348 work of art.  Modcloth is now carrying the Brush With the Wild Skirt by Mink Pink. The skirt is a fun mix of leopard and tiger prints with colors yellow and gray similar to the Panther's Play. It is all of the luster of the Panther's Play dress at a mere fraction of the cost.  The Panther's Play is  $57.99 at Modcloth.

Day 15: Sequins by Alice + Olivia

Hello Divas!

I had a rough day today. Luxe baby was sick (vomiting everywhere), my tire may need replacing, and I did not get any work done. But I kept thanking God for all of my blessing because it could have been much worse.

So Chamele is back! Yeah!  Day 15 involves sequins.  Sequins are hot this season.  I saw the cutest sequin beret in Target. I must have it!

Day 15

So, I have discussed several possibilities for the official birthday dress, but I can hardly choose with so many cute options and without knowledge of the festivities (a little bird told me there was some planning going on but failed to mention the dress code.) Besides, you can have more than one birthday outfit, right? I may end up going out to several small celebrations instead of one big bash, so I would need several "small" outfits. Yes?  I am obviously stretching here. 

I really need a reason to where this  Alice + Olivia  Sequined  T shirt Dress before New Years. Sequins are a big hit again, and this sleeveless number is a pretty penny or more like 49,500 pretty pennies. The Alice + Olivia Sequined T shirt Dress is a sleeveless dress with a round neckline. There is seaming at the natural waist, creating a waist where one may not otherwise be (if you get my hint. I love clothes that make me look like I have more or less than I have... when the less and more are in the appropriate places.) There is an open slit down the back with button closure at the neckline. Hmm... open slits. If you caught a glimpse of the Effervescent Evening Dress, you might like this one too!

In the alternative, I am considering the Aidan Max One Shoulder Gold Sequined dress. It has a much more likeable price. The dress has a straight skirt with much needed built-in cups. The bias cut and  draped bodice allow for . The Aidan Max One Shoulder Sequined Dress is $295.00 at Bloomingdale's.

On a recent trip to JCrew, I ran across the Sequin Mesh Bell Skirt.  JCrew offers a mesh gold sequined skirt that will probably provide more versatility than a full dress at half the price.  The Sequin Mesh Bell Skirt  is  a full skirt with elastic waistband, allowing for its owner to wear alone, belted, high-waisted or on the natural waistline. The price is originally $138.00 but is on sale now for $79.99. Scorrrrrre!

Until tomorrow,

Chamele