Amy Adams Living Room
coffee table // sofa  // red pillow  // gold pillow // barstool // rug // reading lamp // set photo // amy adams photo
Jennifer Lawrence Bedroom
headboard // zebra pillow // gold pillow // nightstand // spin bike // gold lamp // clock // set photo // jennifer lawrence photo 

I recently saw American Hustle and fell in love with the production design. Production designer, Judy Becker, absolutely nailed the late 70s and early 80s style of Midtown Manhattan. Her sets are exquisite and help transport the audience into this crazy world. I chose to focus on two sets in particular, Sydney Prosser's (played by Amy Adams) living room and Rosalyn Rosenfeld's (played by Jennifer Lawrence) master bedroom. 

Sydney Prosser's bachelorette pad was inspired by "White Brick" apartment buildings on the Upper East Side. The art department built the set on a sound stage and chose a minimalistic look with a few vintage elements here and there. Rosalyn Rosenfeld's master bedroom is a more eccentric look. The art department completely redecorated this ranch home and added vintage foil pattern wallpaper, 70s style carpet, and certain period elements like the vibrate bedding, massive lamps, and gaudy headboard. 

So, are you an Amy Adams or a Jennifer Lawrence? 

Cheers!
K

One of the most amazing presents I have ever received was my mom's full length mink fur coat. My grandmother had given it to her over twenty years ago, and because my mom is not a fur wearer, she gave it to me along with the freedom to do WHATEVER I wanted to it. I could hardly wait to get started and caught myself spending all of my free time stalking Pinterest for inspiration, searching for furriers in NYC, and dreaming of what my coat could be transformed into. 

 Through countless hours of researching somewhere to go to transform the coat I landed on Madison Avenue Furs  located in the fur district in NYC. I lugged my fur into the city and met with Mitch Cohen who patiently listened to all of my wants and wishes. He took my measurements and talked me through all of the changes that could be done: shoulder pad removal, reshaping the outdated arms, cutting 20 inches off from the bottom, replacing all of the hooks/hardware, making a removal hood, and reworking the collar. 

Less than two weeks after my original meeting with Mitch, I went back in to pick up my new coat and I have never been so obsessed with an inanimate object. With the left over fur from the bottom of the coat they had made earmuffs, a headband, a removable hood as well as monograming my initials on the inside of the jacket. My new coat is better than I ever dreamed and I can hardly wait to wear it on chilly days in NYC next winter. This was such a fun project. I love that I will have something for the rest of my life which will always remind me of not only my mom, but my grandmother as well!  

Face: La Roche-Posay Face SPF Body: MD Solar Sciences Mineral Lotion Tinted: MD Solar Sciences Mineral Tinted Creme

To go along with my New Years resolution to wear more sunscreen, I figured I would write a quick post on some of my favorites. My dermatologist recommended these three and I absolutely love them. The La Roche-Posay face sunscreen is incredibly light and fluid, which makes it easy to wear under makeup. It's great for all skin types and is non-comedogenic (won't clog pores!). I honestly have noticed a big difference since I started wearing it - my brown spots have started to disappear and my skin tone is more even. The MD Solar Sciences mineral lotion is a great SPF for full body. It's moisturizing, long-lasting, water resistant formula is great for sensitive skin. The last of the three is a great option instead of a foundation or a full face of makeup on a lazy day. The MD Solar Sciences mineral tinted creme is incredibly light and fluffy, you won't even realize you have it on. It's satin finish looks incredible with a little blush and mascara for a flawless, natural look. This creme is great for all skin types and is also non-comedogenic. 
 
Comment and let me know what you think! 

Cheers!
K 

M's Resolutions
1) Well, I am officially a blogger.
2) Considering only one semester left of college is what separates me from the “real world” I think getting a job is a pretty reasonable top priority.
3) Something K and I are doing “together”. I will most likely attempt/fail and cheer her on when she actually does it.
4) Not exactly sure how I am going to tackle this but, in general, I want to be more of a risk taker and less dependent on my friends/family.
5) I hate hate hate how much I use my phone and feel this need to constantly check it. I want to “be” with the people I am with and not lost in some cyberspace gossip.
6) I really love a good road trip and there are so many cities in the U.S. I have never been but am dying to explore.
7) I envy how both of my beautiful sisters barely wear makeup day to day, but when they do wear makeup look so GLAM.
8) This is very broad but, if I have time to sit around and realize how lucky/fortunate I am, I definitely have time to volunteer and give back. Not sure what I want to do in particular…..would love some suggestions!
9) Fish...something I have NEVER been into and makes me squirm at the thought. Regardless, I am trying to broaden my vegetarian (5 years and counting) soon to be pescatarian diet.
10) *blush* Young men of NYC and currently the piedmont-triad area I am single and ready to mingle.

K's Resolutions
1) 2014 is off to a great start because M and I have officially launched our blog!
2) I’ve been waiting to work in film since I was a middle schooler and first discovered iMovie. I am beyond excited to start my career, but am incredibly anxious to see where it will all begin.
3) Ooh, my half marathon. If you told me this was going to be on my to do list for 2014 I would have laughed in your face. For the past 20 years, I’ve been going off my grandma’s advice that “women should only run if it’s an emergency”. But, in 2013, M and I joined a gym and have been avid athletes ever since. Something I never thought I’d be! So, I’m pushing us because I’m confident we can do it.
4) I am a very shy person and like to blend into my surroundings. I want to work on being more outgoing and less afraid to put myself out there.
5) It’s imperative that I watch every Oscar nominated film before March 2nd. I don’t trust people who give their two cents about award ceremonies without having seen the movies. I also want to watch as many past Oscar winners as I can.
6) Because I’m about to be an “adult” working in the real world, I need to know what’s going on. It's time to switch my People for the New York Times.
7) Ugh, my Italian side of the family would be disappointed. But, I need to start treating my skin right and it starts with sunscreen.
8) It’s so important to stay grounded. I want to make that a New Years resolution so I'll always remember.
9) I obsess over pictures. I change the frames in my room more times in a year than I am willing to admit. Regardless, I am so bad about taking pictures and that needs to change.
10) I love to cook! Simple as that.

Cheers! 
MK