!!! TSOM is a childhood favourite of mine too (legit internally screeched when I heard the first notes of 7 Rings), it used to be the go-to Christmas movie in the 90s but I never paid attention to the costumes, this is so eye-opening in the best way. So much detail on all of this!
also I adore Julie Andrews, the only reason why I don't mind the nicening of onscreen Mary Poppins and Grandmere compared to how abrasive they could be in the books, is because they're played by her.
I love this post so much!!! (and please, do continue with the costume analyses on your personal obsessions, if you ever do another - I find them so much more engaging and interesting than 'here are 3583920 things to buy and wear as a costume' posts that proliferate on fashion substack)
I haven't watched TSOM in at least a decade but seeing all the costumes in detail like this really gives me a new appreciation of how good it is and why it spent like 30 years across generations being the Christmas movie of choice (first for mum, then me).
re: Grandmere, I am still slightly regretful that the version in the Princess Diaries movie isn't the eccentric tattooed-eyeliner Sidecar-drinking snob I know and love from the books. Book Grandmere was so much more of a <i>character</i>- she was delightful, and while Julie Andrews is delightful by default as Nice Grandmere, it still feels like a missed opportunity.
Thank you!! I would love to do another costume analysis sometime but I think this is the only movie I’ve watched enough times to feel at all confident doing that for!
I love that you wrote about this movie. It’s a definite favorite and I think I have a picture of Maria on my Instagram. Looking back I think she was/is a source of inspiration for me. I’m glad she is for you too ❤️
This is also one of my favorite movies of all time. I think it's hilarious that Maria's first outfit upon meeting The Captain would be a Lemaire or The Row getup today. Minimalist beige tone on tone and all. Thanks for reminding me it's time for a rewatch!
I have seen The Sound of Music many times (Fiddler on the Roof is my favorite, but this is a very close second) and I don't think I noticed this before, but this is brilliant!
!!! TSOM is a childhood favourite of mine too (legit internally screeched when I heard the first notes of 7 Rings), it used to be the go-to Christmas movie in the 90s but I never paid attention to the costumes, this is so eye-opening in the best way. So much detail on all of this!
also I adore Julie Andrews, the only reason why I don't mind the nicening of onscreen Mary Poppins and Grandmere compared to how abrasive they could be in the books, is because they're played by her.
So glad to hear that a fellow TSOM-head appreciated this! And agree re: Julie Andrews
What a fabulous post. Thank you!
I love this movie and this post!
I salute this dissertation!!
Target audience reached!! This was a wonderful read.
Thank you!
I love this post so much!!! (and please, do continue with the costume analyses on your personal obsessions, if you ever do another - I find them so much more engaging and interesting than 'here are 3583920 things to buy and wear as a costume' posts that proliferate on fashion substack)
I haven't watched TSOM in at least a decade but seeing all the costumes in detail like this really gives me a new appreciation of how good it is and why it spent like 30 years across generations being the Christmas movie of choice (first for mum, then me).
re: Grandmere, I am still slightly regretful that the version in the Princess Diaries movie isn't the eccentric tattooed-eyeliner Sidecar-drinking snob I know and love from the books. Book Grandmere was so much more of a <i>character</i>- she was delightful, and while Julie Andrews is delightful by default as Nice Grandmere, it still feels like a missed opportunity.
Thank you!! I would love to do another costume analysis sometime but I think this is the only movie I’ve watched enough times to feel at all confident doing that for!
Titanic ! Little women ! 🤗
I love that you wrote about this movie. It’s a definite favorite and I think I have a picture of Maria on my Instagram. Looking back I think she was/is a source of inspiration for me. I’m glad she is for you too ❤️
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This is also one of my favorite movies of all time. I think it's hilarious that Maria's first outfit upon meeting The Captain would be a Lemaire or The Row getup today. Minimalist beige tone on tone and all. Thanks for reminding me it's time for a rewatch!
It’s always time for a rewatch of this movie for me! Also really LOLing at the idea of Maria in quiet luxury
Maria = really a cool girl ahead of her time. Plus those matching set drapery ensembles that are also very now 😄
Because you are not a monster! Omg. I needed a laugh tonight — thank you for your endless charm 😘
You’re too sweet!
There are a few very excellent movies from that era, I would add Dr. Zhivago to the list. Wonderful theater and good stories.
I have seen The Sound of Music many times (Fiddler on the Roof is my favorite, but this is a very close second) and I don't think I noticed this before, but this is brilliant!
Thanks!
Getting my wisdom teeth out tomorrow, Sound of Music is now my #1 pick to re-watch when loopy and recovering, thank you very much for this
It’s almost 3 hours, so it should take up a good chunk of time! Good luck