There are very few things that I love more than New York City, but one of them is New York when it’s decked out for the holidays. If you can’t make it to the Big Apple in December, Miracle on 34th Street is a pretty great way to see the sights while taking in some classic 1940′s fashion.
“Is there — or is there not a Santa Claus?” This question is at the center of the 1947 black and white film starring Maureen O’Hara and John Payne. Kris Kringle plays the part of the Macy’s Santa so well that the debate is taken all the way to the New York Supreme Court. Meanwhile, the refined O’Hara, and her practically-minded daughter in the film, Susan, played by a young Natalie Wood, provide fashion inspiration that any retro lover can’t help but love.
Filled with dainty details at every turn — pearls, overcoats, Peter Pan collars, tie neck blouses, and more hats than you can keep track of — Miracle on 34th Street won’t just get you in the holiday spirit, it’ll urge you to scratch that thrifting itch.
What’s your favorite holiday film? (There are so many!)
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Maureen O’Hara is so beautiful! And her dress in the last pic, with the padded shoulders and pearls? My eyes are giggling!
Yes, Virginia, there IS a Santa Claus!
I know it isn’t really noted as a holiday movie (although it begins/ends in the Winter and there is a Christmas Party), but I do love Edward Scissorhands and the awesome vibrant colors and 80′s style costumes.
I love Holiday Inn, White Christmas, Elf, and A Christmas Story. But my favourite probably has to be National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.
Oh I love this movie!!!! One of the all time greats! This makes me miss NYC… but not the crazy cold weather.
xoxo,
annie
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I love this story. Maureen O’Hara was one of the most beautiful ladies of her heyday! My favorite holiday film is It’s a Wonderful Life, another vintage classic!
“White Christmas” is my all-time favorite, and if you want to talk about beautiful vintage fashion, then I can’t think of a better movie! Need an example? Look at the “Sisters” number; Vera Ellen and Rosemary Clooney wear the most stunning blue lace dresses. That’s not all, though, but you’ll just have to watch it for yourself to see what I mean!
I also love White Christmas. My family watched it every year as I grew up. Everything Rosemary Clooney wears is beautiful and chic, and Vera Ellen’s style is definitely her own. I would love to see this one featured in a blog post.
My favorite Christmas movies are Its a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th street, & Elf!
They are the best!
By the way, who doesn’t love Zooey Deschanel’s “Baby It’s Cold Outside” in Elf?
This is my favorite movie of all time!