Life Photographers Series: Remembering Audrey 15 Years Later

Thank you for your ongoing patience! I'm slowly but surely reinstalling all my programs to start working on the website again. I didn't realize how much junk it took to keep the site going until I lost it all. Anyway, I've been hearing a lot about this special edition Life Magazine called "Life Photographers Series: Remembering Audrey 15 Years Later." Apparently it's an entire issue of the magazine dedicated to the fabulous Audrey, and all of the pictures of her that have appeared in the magazine throughout the years. It's their January 2008 issue, so you can still get it, but if you don't live in an area with any good bookstores or just can't seem to find a copy, don't fret, because intrepid eBayers are already all over it (the link will take you directly to an eBay search for "Audrey Hepburn, Life," which brings up a lot of magazine auctions). I haven't gotten my copy yet because I've either been across town working or forced inside by monsoon-type weather, but it's not raining right now so I'm running out and getting a copy! I'll let you know more when I finally do have an issue in my hands. :)

P.S. To the three contest winners: ladies, your goodies are on their way to you! An extra big thank you for being so patient throughout this difficult, often computer-less time, and I hope you thoroughly enjoy your gifts. I'm still working on the extra little gift for all of the contest entrants, I have not forgotten about all of you.

50th Anniversary edition of Funny Face coming soon!

Great news from loyal reader Bill! The release of a 50th anniversary special edition of Funny Face (Region 1) has been announced, with a release date of October 2nd. This new DVD will feature a few items already seen on the original DVD -- the Paramount in the 1950s featurette, original theatrical trailer, and photo galleries -- plus a few new featurettes, including a cryptically named Parisian Dreams and a new piece on Givenchy and Audrey called A Fashion Designer and His Muse. You can already pre-order through Amazon so you'll be sure not to forget, and it's close enough to the holidays so you can put it on your wish list without having to wait too long. Mark your calendars!

Speaking of Givenchy, I came across this story recently. Apparently, the fashion guru is of the personal belief that fashion in and of itself is dead. People seem to only be fixating on popular accessories and following mindless fads, rather than spending the time (and money) to actually find what works on you as an individual and look good. It's a great read, though fairly short, and I agree with him on all accounts. If I could afford it, he could dress me every day of the week. :)