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Movie Monday: Flesh and the Devil (1926)
After waiting for what felt like an eternity, I have finally seen the iconic silent film Flesh and the Devil! As I have previously stated, John Gilbert is one of my absolute favorite actors. Until now, I haven’t shared this on Faintly Familiar, but Greta Garbo is my favorite silent film actress. Flesh and the Devil is the perfect matchup of silent film actors and I cannot wait to review it, so here we go! Flesh and the Devil is a film that you really need to pay attention to in order to understand the timeline of events taking place. However, the attention will payoff in the end because the…
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How to Style a Denim Overalls Dress for Summer
There is a new fashion trend on the horizon for both this summer/fall of 2019 and into 2020. The overalls dress will be a go-to item for the most fashionable ladies in the world over the next year or so. Originally, we saw the timeless overalls somehow become the “it” item for all of the most in style people around the world! Now this piece of clothing is transitioning into something that is a little more dressy and less country chic. However, have no fear for those who love overalls shorts like me! They are still very much in style. Take advantage of this Fashion Forecast by getting ahead of…
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My Trip to Casey, Illinois
This weekend I went on a little road trip to a cute town I have been wanting to visit for a while now. I originally hear about the larger than life attractions that are in Casey, Illinois, while watching the news. From that moment on I knew that there would be a road trip somewhere in my future. Not only does Casey, Illinois, contain some of the world’s largest stuff, but it is also much a great example of the quaintness found in small towns. You don’t have to worry about busy roads, the shops are unique and vintage, and everyone from that area seems to know each other. The…
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Alex and Ani Wonder Woman Jewelry
The Alex and Ani jewelry brand has always been a favorite of mine because they raise money for so many wonderful charities. Besides that, their jewelry is well made and always so cute! So you can imagine my excitement when I walk into the Alex and Ani store in Chicago and saw an entire collection dedicated to my favorite superhero: Wonder Woman. There are so many reasons to appreciate the Wonder Woman character like her kindness and strength, but also the symbolism behind what it means for girls to look up to someone like Wonder Woman as well. This is also a superhero that a connects people to one another…
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How to Use LiketoKnow.It
Recently I was accepted into the RewardStyle program and now I am officially a member of the LiketoKnow.It app! Despite all of the excitement that has come along with being a new member of this program, there is still a lot of confusion for both me and the Faintly Familiar Family who will have more access to shop my daily looks. Today I want to explore how you can shop my outfits and the cool new parts of this website where you can access everything! Let’s get started! What is RewardStyle? RewardStyle is a affiliate program for bloggers and influencers alike. You must apply and be accepted into their highly…
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Movie Monday: Gentleman’s Agreement (1947)
Today’s Movie Monday film review is about the movie that got my love for all classic films started. Gentleman’s Agreement was a movie I just happen to stumble up one Saturday about four years ago. Since initially watching this movie I have become a huge advocate of all things Old Hollywood! I could not be more grateful for this film and getting the opportunity to see it. A ton of thanks goes to the Turner Classic Movies television network for simply existing because that is how I have explored almost all of the classic films I have watched. Now that I have got that off my chest, let’s get this…
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The Happy Camper
A summertime highlight is typically a camping trip, however, I am taking this summer tradition to the next level by including it in my wardrobe! Personally, I think the idea of spending time in the great outdoors and taking in nature is what summer is all about, so naturally I wanted to celebrate this special time of the year with a fun top! Land’s End is one of my favorite brands and when I saw this button up tank top on their website I absolutely fell in love! This is such a cute and simple print for any article of clothing, but it is especially appropriate for a tank top!…
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Fashion on Gilligan’s Island
Although Gilligan’s Island only ran for three seasons (appropriate since they were all supposed to only be on a three hour tour anyway), this 1960s show made a huge splash in to even our modern popular culture. Today, I am going to be focusing on the fashion that is on display for the ladies in this show particularly. There are a ton of different looks and outfits that are featured in each episode, and none of the characters even knew they were going to be shipwrecked! Mary Ann Since Mary Ann wasn’t included in the original Gilligan’s Island theme song, I am going to talk about her fashion while on…
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Flamin-go Big or Go Home
There are a whole lot of flamingos this summer! Everywhere you look it seems that a flamingo theme will be there whether it’s home decor, fashion, or fun trinkets. Today I am going to take a deeper look into this phenomenon and dissect why this is happening in 2019 instead of any other year. I would say that a major reason the flamingo has gotten such a popularity boost is because of this year’s Met Gala theme. Camp was the confusing and exciting theme for the 2019 Met Gala, and we saw celebrities go all out for this over the top aesthetic. Flamingos are flamboyant creatures, ones that really stand…
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Movie Monday: My Reputation (1946)
Today I want to put a spotlight on a classic film that is often times over looked. This week’s Movie Monday is all about the 1946 film My Reputation starring Barbara Stanwyck. Not only does this movie have a lot to say about the social stigma that comes along with remarrying after the loss of a spouse, but it also says a lot about handling criticism from the public. Barbara Stanwyck is possibly the perfect actress in all of film history to fit the role as a leading lady in My Reputation. No one else could have the same steely determination that Stanwyck displays in this film. This character must…
