Monday, May 10, 2010

Happy Birthday to Me!













Soooo Fed Ex came knocking early this am and as I stumbled to the door, I was trying to remember if I had ordered anything recently. Nothing came to mind...I brought in the small white box and opened it (even though it had my husband's name on it ;). It felt like a dream as I slowly opened it only to reveal the March 1967 issue of Playboy which features the "Tate Gallery" shot by Roman Polanski. I have wanted this issue forever and my sweet husband ordered it off ebay for my birthday!!!! So in honor of that, I present the Tate Gallery to you! (I excluded the one of her breasts exposed, this isn't THAT kind of site :))

Sunday, May 9, 2010

Beautiful Rest for a Beautiful Soul
























































Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, CA is the final resting place of our beloved Sharon. I am not fond of cemeteries, but I am strangely intrigued by them none the less. I couldn't imagine a more perfect resting place for Sharon...it's beautiful, tragic, and surreal. Does the landscaping here remind anyone else of Cielo Dr. ? Maybe it's the trees or something, but it certainly reminds me of it. There are many other celebs here, John Candy, Rita Hayworth, Bing Crosby, and Bela Lugosi to name a few....Here are some beautiful pictures of Holy Cross. You may recognize the front of the Chapel if you have ever seen the footage of Sharon's funeral. I hate that this is even a part of Sharon, since she should still be with us....However, I know I may never get to pay my respects in person, so this somewhat helps me deal with that.
xoxo
CandiceLeigh

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Inspired by Sharon







Here is an excerpt I found online from People mag Oct. 2000 issue. The internet is flooded with articles like these, but I especially loved this one. It reminds me of how recently everyone's style from Drew Barrymore, Madonna, and Sarah Jessica Parker have all been compared to Sharon. (especially her Valley of the Dolls "bump it" look) Even fashion ad campaigns are using that 60's look that reminds me of Sharon! (maybe I just can't help but be reminded of her) I plan to do a bunch of Sharon's makeup, hair, and fashion "looks" in my upcoming posts. Especially her eye makeup. I am working very hard on this right now. (make up is one of my many passions) I hope I can get it right for you all! Anyway, enjoy the reads till then! XOXO

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People Weekly; 10/30/2000 Living Dolls With all the sky-high hair in Hollywood lately, stars like Jennifer Lopez, Sharon Stone and Sarah Jessica Parker seem to be channeling Sharon Tate in 1967's Valley of the Dolls, sweeping their locks back with clips or headbands and giving them the big tease. "Straight hair is always chic, but we're out of that really flat-pressed, bone-straight hair," explains New York stylist Steven Ward, who gave Toni Collette and Jessica Simpson the do for recent outings. "The hair is still straight, but there is movement to it." Raves The Sopranos' Jamie Lynn Sigler, 19: "It was a style that was completely new to me. I loved it." To reach the necessary heights, extensions are often a must. "It takes a lot of hair, and very few people have that much," says Ward. And that sassy flip on the ends? "Use a curling iron or a Velcro roller and roll it upside down," advises veteran hairstylist Jose Eber. As for clothing, makeup and accessories, think vintage. "It's good to have the rest of you go along with the look," says Eber. "All together, it looks hot."

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Party at Sharon...er Jeff's House.....


































So in 2007 Jeff Franklin (the former full house producer who now lives in the monster mcmansion on the site of the former Tate house) threw a party for some "Neuro" energy drink. Has anyone ever heard of that? I haven't. I digress....So as you can see here, we have some rejects from "Sunset Tan" and Jon Stamos. Interesting. You can still see the BEAUTIFUL view from the house in the background. I can't help but wonder if any of the party goers realizes where they are....I'm sure some do and some don't. It kind of makes me sad to see all these happy people carrying on like that, given what happened there. But, life does go on and we can't cry all the time. The girl with the "hippie" look made intersting fashion choices, don't ya think?
Hmmmm....I'm willing to bet SHE KNEW...

Monday, May 3, 2010

Sharon Movie Memorabilia from around the World!













From top: Don't Make Waves Lobby Card Mexico 1967; Don't Make Waves France 1967; The Wrecking Crew France 1969; Valley of the Dolls France 1967; Valley of the Dolls Belgium 1967
There was also a really cool Fearless Vampire Killers frech poster I ordered for myself on Ebay! I'll post a pic as soon as I get it. xoxo