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Audrey Hepburn in Words and Pictures: Gorgeous Book that Celebrates a Gorgeous Life

March 22, 2019 By Joi Leave a Comment

I’ve added quite a few books to my Golden Age of Hollywood collection already this year (I’d have ever so much more money in my purse if I’d stay off Amazon and out of bookstores!) and you’re looking at one of my favorites. Audrey Hepburn in Words and Pictures is the sort of visually beautiful book she deserves.

Description:

Through discussions of her films, charity work, reminiscences from friends, and photographs of her looks over the years Audrey Hepburn reveals the woman and the icon.

Nearly two decades after her final film appearance, film star, style icon, and humanitarian, Audrey Hepburn continues to captivate the world with her beauty, grace, image, and activism. One of the most successful and popular actress in the world, some of the greatest leading men in Hollywood shared the screen with Audrey. She was also one of the first activist stars as the public face of UNICEF for over twenty years.

Yet her life was not a complete fairy tale. She endured early life in Nazi-occupied Netherlands, and saw many children her own age shipped off to concentration camps. She suffered miscarriages and failed marriages, yet throughout maintained her grace and dignity as a public figure.

Audrey Hepburn explores her amazing life, with a special focus on her iconic films and fashion styles.

While the beautiful pictures are extraordinary, I also love all of the information about Audrey Hepburn, her movies, her wonderful charity work, and (of course) the always inspiring Audrey Hepburn quotes.

Speaking of the gorgeous photographs, there are many candids and behind the scenes photos I have, personally, never seen before… and this from someone who has been obsessed with Audrey Hepburn since the crib!

Audrey Hepburn in Words and Pictures is a stunning celebration of an incredible woman and activist – someone who left the world a better place. I found my copy at my local Books a Million, but you can also click the links within this post for more information AND buying information.

Movie Star Chronicles: A Visual History of the World’s Greatest Movie Stars (Review)

March 6, 2019 By Joi 1 Comment

Movie Star Chronicles: A Visual History of the World’s Greatest Movie Stars

As I said in my last post, I’m an avid collector of all things “Old Hollywood” – books, dvds, magazines, photos, artwork, coffee mugs, Christmas ornaments, dolls… Books are something I add to my collection almost weekly. What can I say? Books are as big of an obsession for me as old movies are, so combine the two and I can’t stop myself or even slow myself down!

The book you see here, Movie Star Chronicles is one of the newest ones to join my collection. Naturally, my beloved Audrey caught my eye and into the cart it went. I LOVE that the publisher put three of “our” stars on the cover – Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe, and Marlon Brando.

Beautifully done!

Audrey Hepburn’s Photo Spread

Many stars (“our” stars as well as modern-day stars) are featured in photo spreads like the one Audrey has (above). The stars have a “timeline” that features their filmography, including release dates and genres.

While I love the information, the gorgeous pictures are my favorite thing about this one. Look at the stunning photo of Greta Garbo below. Wouldn’t this photo make a gorgeous art print?!

Greta Garbo as Elizabeth Dohna

Book Description from Amazon:

Movie Star Chronicles promises to satisfy the curiosity of moviegoers, cinephiles, and the Hollywood-hungry fans that fuel today’s entertainment news industry. For film students, it is a practical reference to the most important actors in cinematic history.

Entries illustrated with film and television stills and other archival material chart the careers of 330 actors from the era of silent film to today’s blockbusters. Expert text gives an entertaining overview and color-coded timelines provide an at-a-glance guide to the actor’s career, their roles, movie release dates, earnings and awards.

With 576 pages and more than 2,500 illustrations for only $29.95, Movie Star Chronicles is an outstanding value. It includes:

A to Z coverage of 330 movie stars, with extended entries for 100

20 feature articles on popular movie trends, including vampires; western heroes; singers turned actors; femmes fatales; saints and sinners; acting dynasties; combat stars; cops and more

30 lavish double-page photo spreads showing cinema’s most influential stars at work and how film has evolved from silent black- and-white to color 3-D

20 illustrated features on genres and trends, such as Superheroes, Acting Dynasties, Screen Sirens, and Movie Villains

Color-coded timelines showing the arc of an actor’s career, including release dates and types of features, such as Criminal, Romantic Drama, and Thriller

Best Actor awards: Oscars, BAFTA, Cesar (France), Goya (Spain), David Di Donatello (Italy), Golden Horse (Asia), Cannes, Berlin, Venice, Sundance.

Covering Hollywood, Bollywood and world cinema, Movie Star Chronicles is truly international and comprehensive. Sure to attract a wide readership, it is an essential purchase.

Audrey Hepburn Timeline (continued on the next page in the book)

This big, beautiful book is an excellent coffee table book – one guests would love to lose themselves in. It would also make a gorgeous and much-appreciated gift, whether it’s for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, a birthday, anniversary, or Christmas.

Greta Garbo’s Photo Spread

I found my copy at the Ollie’s in town but I haven’t seen this one in any bookstores. They do have it on Amazon, of course, however. Pretty sure they have everything.

Take a closer look at Movie Star Chronicles: A Visual History of the World’s Greatest Movie Stars on Amazon. I highly recommend it.

Audrey Hepburn Chewing Gum Art Print (LOVE THIS!)

August 21, 2018 By Joi Leave a Comment

I’m not sure what it is about this Audrey Hepburn Canvas Print that I love so much, but it blows (see what I did there?) me away.

I guess it has something to do with the fact that she’s so elegant and refined and the print, by comparison, is totally unexpected. Whatever the reason, it doesn’t just speak to me, it screams!

The print is available in many different sizes.

From Amazon:

Audrey Hepburn Wall Art Canvas Print / Iconic Wall Art Canvas Print for Home Décor
High-quality canvases are printed and hand stretched (wrapped) by professionals MADE TO ORDER. All our items %100 handmade and made in the USA and shipped from California by SMILE ART DESIGN. Our products will never ship from China or overseas.
Our canvas prints are already perfectly stretched on wooden frame and READY TO HANG unless defined ROLLED UP in the size option.
Our modern canvas wall art prints perfect for living room, bedroom, kids room, kitchen, office, hotel, lobby, waiting room/lounge, dining room, office, bathroom, hall, bar, beauty salon, home, etc.
Best home decoration, framed wall art idea with our various choice of giclee canvas arts such as picture, artwork, photo, painting, abstract or digital arts printed on high quality canvas from small to large or over-sized size options. Find a unique perfect gift in our catalog for Christmas, birthday, Thanksgiving, Easter, Valentine’s Day, teacher appreciation, mother’s and father’s day, graduation, baby shower, anniversary or other special days or celebrations.

Click here for a closer look!

Audrey Hepburn Adult Coloring Book: She Said it Best

March 12, 2018 By Joi Leave a Comment

Ever see something that is just SO in your wheelhouse that you feel like it was created with YOU in mind? I love Audrey Hepburn, I am obsessed with and even collect quotes (I have countless notebooks filled with favorites), and I have fallen hard for adult coloring books.

An Audrey Hepburn Quote Coloring Book?

Yep… pretty sure they had me in mind when they created this one.

From Amazon:

Audrey Hepburn remains one of Hollywood’s most memorable and beloved actresses. A fashion icon and symbol of femininity and poise, she was more than just a pretty face, and her enduring wisdom and musings carry across generations. In this coloring book, you’ll find her words displayed as elegantly as they were spoken through stylish art to color.

Audrey Hepburn Quotes include:

“The beauty of a woman is seen in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.”

“I believe in manicures. I believe in overdressing. I believe in primping at leisure and wearing lipstick. I believe in pink. I believe happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day, and… I believe in miracles.”

“Elegance is the only beauty that never fades.”

“Let’s face it, a nice creamy chocolate cake does a lot for a lot of people; it does for me.”

“There is more to sex appeal than just measurements. I don’t need a bedroom to prove my womanliness. I can convey just as much sex appeal picking apples off a tree or standing in the rain.”

See She Said it Best: Audrey Hepburn Wit and Wisdom to Color and Display for more information.

Beautiful Audrey Hepburn Tiffany’s Pillow Cushion Case

February 15, 2017 By Joi Leave a Comment

Audrey Hepburn Tiffany's Pillow Case

The gorgeous Audrey Hepburn Tiffany’s Pillow Case above is just the thing an Audrey Hepburn fans wants… no, NEEDS in their home. You can buy your insert straight from Amazon or any department store (pillow inserts are blissfully cheap).

Material: Cotton and Linen; Size: 45x45cm/18x18inch
Hidden zipper design, easy to wash
Pattern: Audrey Hepburn ( Pattern is only available on the front side )
Modern design will instantly give you a refreshing look
Package: 1 x Pillow Cover (insert not included)

There is a second Audrey pattern available – but I personally think this one is perfectly irresistible!

See Audrey Hepburn Tiffany’s Pillow Case for more information.

Golden Age of Hollywood Paper Dolls: Marilyn, Audrey, Rita, Elizabeth, Gone With the Wind…

August 18, 2016 By Joi Leave a Comment

When I was growing up, I loved dolls of every size and shape – Barbies, doll babies, paper dolls…. Still do, if we’re being completely honest. I mean, I try not to move them around and talk for them anymore, but my love of dolls has never ceased.

I never realized just how the love of dolls still resonated with me until I saw these paper dolls on Amazon and promptly threw each into the cart.

The Golden Age of Hollywood Paper Dolls (pictured at the top) was the first to catch my eye. This collection depicts 16 stars of the silver screen, each with a sparkling costume enhanced by a dash of glitter: Marilyn Monroe, Kim Novak, Gina Lollobrigida, Rita Hayworth, Brigitte Bardot, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor, and more.

The one pictured above is Glamorous Movie Stars of the 1950’s Thiscollection features Doris Day, Ava Gardner, Susan Hayward, Jane Russell, Audrey Hepburn, Jane Powell, Debbie Reynolds, and Elizabeth Taylor. 8 dolls, 24 costumes. (many more paper doll collections are pictured below)

More Paper Dolls on Amazons for Collectors (or fellow doll fanatics who never quite grew up!):

Below are 4 more Golden Age of Hollywood Paper Dolls – Marilyn Monroe, Loretta Young, Rita Hayworth…

Below are 4 Paper Doll Collections for fans and collectors of Gone With the Wind and Vivien Leigh…

Below are even more beautiful paper dolls for collectors…

Audrey Hepburn Quote Pillow (Love This!)

August 16, 2016 By Joi Leave a Comment

If (like me) you collect “all things” Audrey Hepburn and happen to be obsessed with pillows, this Audrey Hepburn Quote Pillow has a future in your home. The fact that this is one of her best quotes makes it even better.

Superb quality 45cm x 45cm cushion
Perfect gift for anniversary, wedding, valentines day
High Quality Laser Printed, machine washable.
Cushion infill pad included

See Audrey Hepburn Quote Pillow for a closer look at this beauty. This would make a great gift idea – though, admittedly, I’m picturing it on my bed rather than in a gift bag… but that’s just me and my Audrey Hepburn infatuation talking...

“Audrey Rocks” by Kimberly Godfrey

February 9, 2016 By Joi Leave a Comment

Audrey Rocks by Kimberly Godfrey

I am absolutely loving the new “Handmade” department on Amazon. The talent of these artists is otherworldly – including the creative artist behind this beauty, “Audrey Rocks.”

See Audrey Rocks Poster for more information. Audrey Rocks would make any room, office, or dorm positively crackle with personality!

While on the page, be sure to check out the artists other works. Phenomenal.

Adorable Handmade Audrey Hepburn Doll

October 22, 2015 By Joi Leave a Comment

Handmade Audrey Hepburn DollNow this is an Audrey Hepburn Doll unlike any other Audrey Hepburn doll! This handmade beauty is available on Amazon for a lot less than you’d expect.

The original watercolor painting illustration artwork by KahriAnne Kerr of Audrey Hepburn is printed on Linen/Cotton Canvas with a solid black linen back. It’s filled with poly fiber fill to create an adorable 10.5″ tall doll.

Click through the link or image to take a closer look. You’ll find a lot more similar dolls by the artist and, trust me, you’ll love them all.

Audrey at Home: Memories of My Mother’s Kitchen

August 19, 2015 By Joi Leave a Comment

Audrey at Home: Memories of My Mother’s Kitchen, by Audrey Hepburn’s son Luca Dotti, is a warm and wonderful biography of the Hollywood legend he simply called “mom.” Filled with recollections, anecdotes, excerpts from her personal correspondence, drawings, and recipes for her favorite dishes written in her own hand, and more than 250 previously unpublished personal family photographs, this book would make a wonderful gift for any Audrey Hepburn fan.

From Amazon:

Enter Audrey Hepburn’s private world in this unique biography compiled by her son that combines recollections, anecdotes, excerpts from her personal correspondence, drawings, and recipes for her favorite dishes written in her own hand, and more than 250 previously unpublished personal family photographs.

Audrey at Home offers fans an unprecedented look at the legendary star, bringing together the varied aspects of her life through the food she loved—from her childhood in Holland during World War II, to her time in Hollywood as an actress and in Rome as a wife and mother, to her final years as a philanthropist traveling the world for UNICEF.

Here are fifty recipes that reflect Audrey’s life, set in the context of a specific time, including Chocolate Cake with Whipped Cream—a celebration of liberation in Holland at the end of the war; Penne alla Vodka—a favorite home-away-from-home dish in Hollywood; Turkish-style Sea Bass—her romance with and subsequent marriage to Andrea Dotti; Boeuf à la Cuillère—Givenchy’s favorite dish, which she’d prepare when he’d visit her in Switzerland; and Mousse au Chocolat—dinner at the White House. Audrey also loved the basics: Spaghetti al Pomodoro was an all-time favorite, particularly when returning home from her travels, as was a dish of good vanilla ice cream. Each recipe is accompanied by step-by-step instructions, including variations and preparation tips, anecdotes about Audrey and her life, and a poignant collection of photographs and memorabilia.

Audrey at Home is a personal scrapbook of Audrey’s world and the things she loved best—her children, her friends, her pets. It is a life that unfolds through food, photographs, and intimate vignettes in a sophisticated and lovely book that is a must for Audrey Hepburn fans and food lovers. – Audrey at Home: Memories of My Mother’s Kitchen

Click through the image or one of the links for more information.