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living in: bonnie and clyde

So even though yesterday was Valentine’s Day, are we still allowed to talk of swoony, romantic couples? No? Fine by me.

Instead, let’s talk about criminal lovers. Bonnie and Clyde is the classic 1967 movie based on the real-life gun-toting couple whose exploits were made famous during the Great Depression. Lovey dovey it’s not, but after choking down one too many conversation hearts, I’m ready for a change.

1. Chiarugi Doctor’s Bag, $628; 2. Hermes Scarf, $385; 3. Navy Wool Beret, $15; 4. Antique Iron Bed, $125; 5. Reproduction Pistol, $69; 6. The Stars Come Out Oxfords, $148; 7. Vintage Pear Crate, $28; 8. Pearl Studs, $55; 9. Coke Bottle, $9; 10. Round Sunglasses, $21

A little racy and a little rough with a healthy dose of graphic gun-slinging, Bonnie and Clyde pushed the boundaries of just how much violence Americans could stomach on the screen. Never mind the blood and guts; Faye Dunaway’s achingly stylish Bonnie Parker is the only thing burned on our retinas. A tough, gorgeous blond in a beret never fails to inspire. — Amy M.

1. Rounded Hanging Shade, $135; 2. Gold Coin Necklace, $325, 3. Mustard Blouse, $65; 4. Candy Cigarettes, $9/per box, 5. Antique 19th-Century Rocking Chair, $1,300; 6. Vintage Wicker Bottle, $98; 7. Aluminum Milk Pail, $25; 8. Peach Pie, $30; 9. Camel Beret, $8

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33 Comments

Jennifer

I love this one!! I am forever into Faye and the Bonnie Parker style. Love everything Bonnie & Clyde, including the Serge Gainsbourg song. My grandparents bought their house from Faye herself, so another reason I am obsessed. Secretly trying to channel her when I am there!

heather

Seriously stylish. I have a box of those candy cigarettes (Kings are good but Round-Up is my fave b-cuz of the cowboy graphic)) and use them when I am feeling tough… much better than the real thing! Excellent “Living In” choice!

Hanna

Fantastic! I just watched this for a film class, and have spent a couple week analyzing the movie in detail. So funny that this would be in “living in: “

Val

I thought Faye was the pinnacle in B&C, but then I saw Network–please do that one!
Not only is she to die for in 70s business wear–tie neck blouses, high waist pants–but you will want the black panther-type character’s every outfit.

Tara

Should make the point the movie is very loosely based on real life criminals who weren’t even really a couple. They were cold blooded killers. I know this is about design but please don’t portray fiction as fact.

annie

wow i ADORE this post. so funny i recently did a post gushing about the amazing style of this movie too (great minds!) so i was extra excited to see yours! the milk pail and the oxfords are my favorites. looking forward to more living in posts!

http://www.happyasannie.com/?p=51

cecilia

I smiled when I read this because just this morning I heard Jay-Z and Beyonce’s Bonnie and Clyde song – and loved it!

Polyvorina

Bonnie & Clyde! There’s a couple you don’t see often featured around Valentine’s Day! Love this “living-in.” Original, but as stylish as ever.

Karen Longo

Ooh, thanks for this! I’ve decided that the 30′s is my favorite clothing style decade of the last 100 years. The styles are so flattering on every figure. Plus, that hats! Why, oh why aren’t hats in style anymore!

Sara

LOVE this movie, always want to look like Faye’s Bonnie. Thanks for covering this one! :)

Katie

I love this movie, and you certainly did it justice! If I may, I’d like to suggest Moulin Rouge for a future installment. And Almost Famous. And Gangs of New York.

laurel

I’ve actually never seen this movie but its been on my list forever! Those shoes are amazing btw!

Angie

One of my favorite movies for fashion inspiration. Love the look still. Great job on the lookalikes!!

Mado

I’ve never seen this movie but it will definitely be on my list after this inspiring post! My suggestion for a “living in” would be El Cantante, starring Mark Anthony and Jennifer Lopez (don’t laugh, it’s worth a watch!). Gorgeous 70s style and great salsa music.

Holly

I’ve always loved the style in this film. Really good product picks — well done!

Theoretical Shopaholic

Undeniably gorgeous, though Tara has a point – as usual, the criminals were much less sexy and much more cold-blooded in real life. They killed nine cops, after all.

Lo

Just love your living in. How about doing The Thomas Crown Affair – Faye & Steve McQueen. Wow! Fantastic movie and great style!

Carol Maryott

Fantastic post ! I love love the shoes…and everything nostalgic.
I watched Public Enemy… last night with Johnny Depp and Marion Cotillard. There are some similarities- both depression era
bank robber stories. Thanks for posting this.

EmmyLou

This film is gorgeous–perfect fodder for “Living In.” I just love the style of the American new wave films of the 60s and 70s. On a different tack, may I suggest a Pedro Almodovar film for a future installment?

Ricardo Martinez

Dear Amy,
Please consider doing one for The Umbrellas of Cherbourg!!

Marie

Lovely, such amazing style in that movie. Would like to point out that yes, they truly were a couple, and the consensus does seem to be that Bonnie joined Clyde out of “love” of some sort. While they were extremely violent, Bonnie herself never killed anyone directly and had a very short and sad life. The Wikipedia entry on them is a fascinating read: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bonnie_and_Clyde.

Jenny

I just watched Coco & Igor last night – about a decade earlier but such style! Not just Chanel’s fashion but the interiors of her home are the real stars of the film. Please consider for a Living In!

elisa

such glamour. her gun! i saw some like it at the antiques fair in sussex a couple of weeks ago, seriously! how to make smoking & violence sexy! i think bonnie had a massive influence on my sense of style as a teenager. or anyway on my eye makeup!! x

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