Happy New Year! Magic-Ala-Mode is back and ready to kick some new year butt with fashion, NYC, and other fun, delicious content. Here's a fun treat I've been working on to start things off right. Many of my friends always ask me about the movie-going experience in the Big Apple. From the best theaters in their hood, movie ticket prices, comfy seats, to who has the tastiest popcorn, there's a lot to think about when going to the movies in a place as insane as NYC. But with 11 plus years of New ... VIEW POST
Magic-Ala-NYC: Guide to Movie Theaters Pt.1 – AMC’s
The Perfect Pair: The Young Girls of Rochefort/Kate Spade Spring 2019
When I describe to people my personal “aesthetic”, I tend to point in the direction of the pop culture that inspires me. There’s Disney related things, Magical Girl genre shows, music videos, retro pin up ads, etc. But there happens to be one particular movie (that I only saw within the last year or so) that really has become the true definition of my style and taste in multiple things - but mostly within its visual language: The Young Girls of Rochefort. And with the release of the new Kate ... VIEW POST
Cinema Style – “The Favourite” Movie Review
Cinema Style is a series where I review a film (new or old) and pair it with an outfit that pays tribute to the visual aesthetic of said movie. Whether you're looking for a "bound" of some sort, or just want some style dipped in the "flavor" of your new favorite movie, these write-ups are here to help! In the world of cinema, it is sometimes hard to define the visual representations of cruelty. Sure, there has been some form of violence in almost every flick since the beginning of film history, ... VIEW POST
Pretty in Pink – A Fairy Tale Never Properly Told
Today, I will have the pleasure of seeing Pretty in Pink on the big screen for a second time. Having watched this movie for the last 15 years on an almost monthly basis, I have a lot of fan girl admiration for it. Part of this fandom eventually included fulfilling a nerdy dream of mine - reading the young adult novelization that is based on the original John Hughes script. And having just finished this hundred-plus-page piece of teen-approved literature, let me tell you, I got a lot to say. ... VIEW POST
Favorites Ala Mode: The Muppets
Some of the things you'll find in this blog series relate to what I love currently. But a few topics - especially this one - relate to what made me, well, me. Because sometimes it is important to reflect on the things that built your taste in humor, visuals, music, and everything in-between. So without further ado, it is time to play the music, and it is time to light the lights - let's talk about The Muppets. Having parents that were in their youth during the 70's and 80's, many of the TV ... VIEW POST