Fav Moments - I

"I'll have what she's having" Haha. Meg Ryan is amazing, almost orgasmic.


Legally Blonde, Court scene. I feel the triumph as if it's my own.


I can watch this movie a hundred times on repeat, just for this scene.


As opposed to every one's favourite scene where Anna says "I'm also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her", this is my favourite scene, although that is a lovely moment! Oh, and I love the way Spike tells William "You daft prick" when he rejects Anna!

So what are some of your favourite on screen moments?

All things Valentino

Rosso Valentino. How can such bright, fiery red be made up yellow? Surprising, this.
My preference bends towards the fuchsia's. I have a thing for satin, and satin in stilettos just notches up the sexy quotient.

The pink clutch, very sophisticated and elegant. No?

Love the dresses, not so much the model.

Angela Lindvall, supermodel. I think she is one of the rare supermodels, I find pretty.Very defined features. I like sharp, stand alone features, which would look good in any face, any shape. She possesses that. And, especially her cheekbones! Love them. She, along with a windblown lavender, make an immensely pretty picture.

Along with Isabella Orsini. I love these two shades of blue, midnight and royal, right? And their expressions. Give so much away, yet so little.

Well it could be Angela, or this could be the magic of Peter Lindbergh

I love how he has broken the monotony of black and white, by black and white itself. I saw some of his other work at his website, and it surely calls for a post of its own!

Love, love, love the red dress! Whatever their red is made up, nobody makes red like Valentino. Or shall I say, made. Quite depressing. Why did they have to omit out the rosso to revamp the brand.

As a fanatic for the brand and Valentino Garavani, I am sure I'll love the movie. The movie apparently captures the madness of the fashion world, the designer's iconic wit, humor and relationship with business partner and life long companion, Giamatti. (Who, according to a tabloid, is truly the yin to his yang)

Valentino : The Last Emperor. Flanked by gorgeous models, sporting, not surprisingly the iconic Valentino red.

The 2010 adverts.I like black and white fashion photography, but somehow I prefer the previous Valentino, colourful vibrant advertisements.

Not a scarf person, but this one is exceptionally pretty. And the shades are nice,too.

One day, I shall do I/O for this haute couture brand. No harm in dreaming a little dream!

A lot like Love.

I could sit all day, just watching him. Watch how his muscles flex, how his eyes twitch when he smiles. Watch the way his lips form words, how he takes sarcasm to another level. Makes it sound seductive. Sexy, almost.

There are hot men, there are cute guys, there are Greek Gods, and then there is him. Dermont Mulroney. I can't imagine why more women aren't tripping themselves on their feet for him. What are the Brad Pitt's and George Clooney's of the world, compared to him?

He's strawberries and cream, spring rain and the summer sun. He's everything a man should be and more. Sigh.

The scent of a woman

Out of all my senses, the most highlighted one by far is the olfactory one. While I am sure that anybody would detest having their nose blocked, I am also sure that I take that emotion to another level. I recognize people by their fragrance, I eat food depending on the smell of it. No matter how lovely it looks and might taste, if it does not smell good, smell delicious, Its physically impossible for me to be able to eat it.

So obviously, I love perfumes! And I also love the whole process of shopping for a bottle of one. I love looking at all the fancy beautiful glass bottles clustered together at the showrooms, smelling each one of them, taking in the unique scent of them all, and then finally deciding which one I'll make mine. One of my fondest childhood memory is that of going to Shopper's Stop with a favourite cousin and testing all the perfumes they had in stock. Needless to say, I came back home bathed in extravagant smells of different variety. I smelled of them all, of citrus fruits, of lilies, roses. I am open to almost all types of smells, but opposed to the strong one. A perfume is meant to be an elegant accessory and not to impose its smell within the radius of 235 metres.

Luckily for me, this birthday was a "Perfume Birthday", Everybody I know, decided to take the easy road out and buy me a perfume. What was even more fortunate for me is that I liked all of them! So let me now quickly make a list(!) of my current favourites!

" Fragrance is a silent conversation "

1. Vera Wang's Princess : Oh, my favourite! The bottle is, a heart shaped one with a small golden crown as the cap. It is a very light, very elegant floral smell. What puts it apart is the absence of strong high notes which can usually be detected in floral perfumes. The scent opens with a hint of blossoms to eventually give a under note of Bulgarian roses as well as a hint of musk. It is, what I can best describe it as, a romantic fragrance. Every woman must own one! Delightful for the night, will work just as well in the day!

2. Paul Smith's Floral : Not a significantly floral perfume, as the name suggests. Though there is a wonderfully alluring frangrance of waterlilies, a few fruity notes are also discovered. Orange, I think. And maybe I detect some musk. Lovely bottle, very pretty designs. Essentially a day wear scent.

3. Escada's Moon Sparkle : I mostly do not use Escada as I find it a touch too strong for me, but Moon Sparkle is a brilliant exception. A light fruity perfume with notes of strawberry and maybe currant and raspberry as well. The bottle is a tall, pretty one with colours like purple and a bit of pink. The packaging may hint that the scent is meant for a younger age bracket, but it is misleading. A very elegant fragrance, perfect for summer nights.

4. Gucci's Envy Me : A classic. Not a new fragrant at all, but lovely nonetheless. Very mysterious, Very seductive. Mixture of floral and fruity notes, peonies, lychee's, jasmines and a hint of musk. Tall, signature Gucci pink bottle. Though it is a little bit stronger than what I prefer. But unique, lovely and irresistible as well!

5. Dior's Dolce Vita : A Dior classic. A very sweet smell, hints of cedar wood, cinnamon, roses and vanilla pods are easily detectable. Another version, which bears an emphasis on floral notes is available, but however this remains my preference for its light and elegant scent. Very mysterious. Guaranteed to get compliments. This one, I "borrowed" from my darling mother!

6. Body Shop's Love Etc : Firstly, I have to add, that some low lying scum stole my bottle! The guts!Okay now, I love the whole range, and the perfume is extremely convenient to carry around in your bag, what with its small size! Smells of jasmines, lilly of the valley and creamy musk. Delicious!

7. M.A.C DejaRose : This, again is very convenient to carry around. Small, pretty pink and black bottle. If you do not like floral smells, avoid! Smells entirely of roses, maybe a little under note of patchouli. Not for those who like to drown themselves in perfume, a whiff is enough. Not one of my regulars, but an alluring smell for the occassional use. I hear that M.A.C has come out with a new scent called "Turquatic Heat". Those who prefer a lighter floral scent should opt for this one. Smells of lotus and vanilla.

More reviews later!

Of Fitzwilliam's, Bennet's and Mushy Quotations.

" I cannot fix on the hour, or the spot, or the look or the words, which laid the foundation.It is too long ago.I was in the middle before I knew I had begun."

"You have bewitched me, body and soul, and I love, I love, I love you"

This quote gives me goosebumps, makes my knees weak. There have been much more elaborate declarations of love, in history, in literature and even in popular culture, but there is something about this quote. How in one sentence it captures more, expresses more. I do not know what I wish for more, that I could write like that, or I could be blessed enough to have it told to me.

" And these are a few of my favourite ....

Words. "
I think I have mentioned in one of my earlier posts, that the reason why I love Valentino (the brand) is because I love the way the name sounds. Its so pleasing to the ear and rolls off the tongue so easily, sounds so grand and so regal. No?
So, I am going to make a list ( I absolutely LOVE making lists. I think its a great way to get your mind at ease, is fun though might be just a little obsessive-compulsive ) in no particular order of my favourite words!
1. Fascinate - intrigue : cause to be interested or curious.
Again, I love the way it sounds. I believe the word carries an almost enigmatic aura around it. Where one is transfixed, unable to pinpoint where the attraction lies while still feeling the gravitational pull.
2. Extravagance - extravagant adj. Given to lavish or imprudent expenditure.
Because I love extravagance. A very true blue regal word. And also doesn't it give you the feeling of something more. Something better, than what you bargained for. Also very aesthetically pleasing.
3. Effervescent - 1. (off a liquid) Giving bubbles; fizzy. 2. (of a person or their behaviour) Vivacious or enthusiastic.
This word immediately makes me think of a woman dressed in a gown of gold. Dull gold. Damask silk, empire waist, I think. With a glass of champagne, bubbles tickling her tongue. Also, it makes me think of Zooey Deschanel. As if the word is made for her. Fits the picture perfectly, doesn't she?
4. Serendipity - Good luck in making unexpected and fortunate discoveries.
It's a fantastic word for a fantastic occurrence. Rolls of the tongue so easily. Can't you just see the luck falling into your lap? And, yes I love the movie and John Cusack.
5. Rhetoric - using language effectively to plead or persuade.
Language is meant to be romanticized, and this word does so. Such a sensual word for such a non sensual meaning.
6. Pride - a feeling of self-respect and personal worth.
A virtue, Most definitely a virtue. Such a smooth sounding, easy word for something which can have so many consequences. Heart-breaker. Heart-broken. Your pride is your heart.
7. Fancy - Illusion, the mental faculty through which whims, visions and fantasies are summoned up.
Because it sound so, I don't know, fancy. As if all the fanciness of the world is trapped within the 5 letters.
8. Renaissance - French for rebirth.
Such a exotic word. It makes me feel so sophisticated. The movement is indeed a favourite time period, makes me think of growth, intellect, art, culture. And a beautiful future.
9. Oblivion - The state of being disregarded or forgotten.
Radiates the aura of a mysterious, trance like state. Makes one think of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. No?
10. Epitome - A representative or perfect example of a class or type.
An exaggeration, A vision of perfection - or damn near it. The highest compliment. Such a regular sounding word for something so extraordinary.
11. Gorgeous and Beautiful - Dazzlingly beautiful or magnificent/Having qualities that delight the senses.
I believe, these two words to be the most most sincere compliment there is. I can lie when I say pretty, I can lie when I say awesome, but not these two words. Never these two words. They are a heart- felt sigh. It sounds as if spoken out of something powerful, something moved. Out of conviction. They cannot help but define themselves.
12. Forgiven - To excuse for a fault or offense; pardon.
A heavy burden removed from the shoulders and the heart. A double blessing, for the one who gives it and the one who receives it. A small, simple sounding word for something which a holds a second chance, a chance to succeed, a chance for happiness. A more beautiful word does not exist in the English Language.

I am sure I have not included all the words I was meant to,
but it will only give me an excuse for a second list!

"How do I love and loathe thee? Let me count the ways"

The one thing which I really really liked about Clueless (No, not Paul Rudd or Alicia Silverstone, though they are very pretty and lovable people)is how the movie is such an easy adaptation of Emma. Aunt Jane would have been proud. It doesn't make a very obvious and explicit effort and thats why succeeds.
And that is exactly what I didn't find with "Ten things I hate about you". Even someone who has not read The Taming of the Shrew can easily tell that it must be inspired by one of Shakespeare's work, what with the ball, some of the attire and the use of quotations. And also, I found the taming(by Heath Ledger)of the shrew(Julia Stiles)too smoothly done.

“I hate the way you talk to me, and the way you cut your hair.
I hate the way you drive my car, i hate it when you stare.
I hate your big dumb combat boots, and the way you read my mind.
I hate you so much it makes me sick, it even makes me rhyme.
I hate it, I hate the way you’re always right, I hate it when you lie.
I hate it when you make me laugh, even worse when you make me cry.
I hate it when you’re not around, and the fact that you didn’t call.
But mostly I hate the way I don’t hate you, not even close,
not even a little bit, not even at all.”

But having said that I love witty banter, beautiful people prancing aroud, Joseph Gordon-Levitt speaking french, Heath Ledger dancing to Can't take my eyes off you and the chemistry between Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger, So "Ten things..." worked for me, today for the 50th time.