Cinematic

When American expat Regina Lampert (Audrey Hepburn) returns to Paris after vacationing in the French Alps, she finds her apartment empty, her husband dead, and a number of dangerous characters out to get her. But she also finds protection and company in Peter Joshua (Cary Grant), a fellow American she meets at the Megève ski resort. The most iconic scence (my favorite) culminates with Regina running for her life through the colonnades of the Palais Royale at night.

Works Sighted

pillbox hat // leather gloves // wine // pearl earrings // sunglasses // ice cream

coat // shift dress // sheath dress // trench coat // handbag

flats // stamp 1 // telephone and address book // record player // stamp 2 // correspondence cards // stamp 3 // envelope

I just watched Audrey (2020) on Netflix. The documentary includes commentary from Audrey Hepburn’s family and former neighbors, people who knew her well. I found the reconstruction of her life story to be real and not in the least bit sensationalized.

Audrey embodied many admirable qualities besides her acting ability and elegant style on and off screen. She knew how to live well and did so until the very end of her life. The actress loved spending time on the peaceful grounds of her house in Switzerland. The quiet life suited her, and she was most content surrounded by her loved ones.

The resilient Audrey experienced her fair share of heartbreak. She survived starvation during WWII. At a young age, she had to cope with her father walking out on the family. Weathering two divorces didn’t stop her from finding love in her partner Robert Wolders.

Audrey’s life experiences made her more determined to show love and kindness to others. Through her role as a UNICEF ambassador, she persuaded many people around the world to aid children in need. Her spirit lives on in her films, philanthropic legacy, and the outfits she wears in photographs. What a life well lived!

Works Sighted

button-up // skirt // belt // sandals

Breton top // J.Crew Martie pants // ballet flats

sweater tank // gingham pants // ballet flats

polo // chinos // Superga sneakers

silk scarf

top // pants // socks // weejuns

dress // pumps

sunglasses // pearl studs

Nicole Bonnet (Audrey Hepburn) is the stylish daughter of art forger Charles Bonnet (Hugh Griffith). She drives a little, red compact car and isn’t afraid of wearing all white or a boldly-lined eye. She and burglar Simon Dermott (Peter O’Toole) initially cross paths under rather impromptu circumstances in How to Steal a Million (1966). When they meet for the second time at the bar of the Ritz Paris, he orders a Scotch, and she follows suit.

Works Sighted

Givenchy dress; Akris dress; Gucci jacket; Gucci skirt; Stella McCartney dress; Ralph Lauren Collection dress

Cartier watch; Cartier earrings; Cuyana clutch; Cuyana clutch; Madewell belt; Prada sunglasses; Estée Lauder eye pencil; Estée Lauder mascara; Estée Lauder lipstick; Jimmy Choo slingback pumps; Jimmy Choo suede pumps; Rupert Sanderson pumps; Gingerlily silk robe; Cuyana silk slip dress