Issue 7 / December 2013 - January 2014
The Thin Man, 1934 Nick and Nora Charles are the model of 1930’s Deco-chic. Along with their mystery-solving prowess, they know how to throw a heck of a soiree. You may need a bit of a bankroll to fund a hotel suite shindig like theirs. Must-haves: Flowing cocktails, flocks of sandwiches, swanky gowns Potential pitfalls: Weepy guests, murder
Auntie Mame, 1958 Philosophers, nudist yogis, bootleggers, monkeys, theater folk and many more colorful characters make up the roaring 20s party where we meet the eccentric aunt of the title. Follow it up with a sidecar for breakfast while trying on wigs. Must-haves: Eclectic guest list, plenty of gin and caviar Potential pitfalls: Inopportune hangovers
La dolce vita 1960 A film that captured early 60s chic and Rome’s café society, this movie follows writer Marcello and his descent into a life of hedonism. The first section is stylish but by the end has turned into joyless debauchery. Avoid parties based on the second part. Must-haves: A grotto, Fiat 500 Potential pitfalls: Emptiness and disillusionment page 19
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