Hollywood Tower

Once a bustling residence that housed film luminaries such as Marilyn Monroe, Humphrey Bogart & Charlie Chaplin, the Hollywood Tower is now a stunning apartment building and one of my favorite landmarks in Los Angeles. 

Why? The phenomenal design of course!  This building has some of the most gorgeous design & style I have seen (I am a little biased because the inspiration is Hollywood’s Golden Age- my favorite era).  However, anyone can appreciate this gorgeous space.  

 

The colors are just right, all those rich plums, bright greens and blues, along with luxurious gold and white accents. & I love the whimsical design of the roof top terrace (did you notice the life size chess board!)

Originally built in 1929, the French-Norman architecture embodies glamour, romance, mystery & fine craftsmanship.  Everything I adore!

Old Hollywood

I received a lovely coffee table book filled with photos of the glamorous Audrey Hepburn for Christmas (thanks to my sis!) and it has inspired me to do a little post on Old Hollywood.  My absolute favorite era.

Clara Bow

Betty Grable

Mae West

Audrey Hepburn

Marion Davies

Elizabeth Taylor

Lauren Bacall

Ingrid Bergman

Marlene Dietrich

Sophia Loren

Marilyn Monroe

Aren't these ladies just gorgeous?  I love looking back on the golden age.  Incredible fashion, handsome gentlemen, meerschaum pipes, fur stoles & fabulous cars.  

 

Bonne journée!

 

Day 12

No. 12

Is this not the perfect holiday shoe!?  A little glitz, a bit of glam.  And plenty of height.  I'm 5'1" so I could use a few extra inches.

  

 Happy Holidays 

 I hope you have enjoyed my 12 Days of Shoes!

Holiday Shoe by Dainty Button

Lace

No. 11

One word my friends: Lace.  I can't get enough.  It can go from delicate to provocative, simple to ornate.  There is no limit to the versatility of lace. 

Satin & Lace Bootie by Stuart Weitzman 

Laser Cut

No. 10

 

Ladies & Gents... this is the one we've been waiting for!  Isn't this laser-cut detailing to die for?  I am smitten.  This pump is both sexy and romantic.  If only I could own it... sigh. 

 Pampas Laser-Cut Pump by Christian Louboutin