11/20/11

Black and White Decor, like an old Hollywood Movie

There is something about black and white that is simple, but elegant.  Classic, clean, unquestionably sophisticated and elegant. Like an old Hollywood movie.
(Designed by Jennifer Ferreira)










We love old black and white movies. They are classic, like Katherine Hepburn dressed so  beautifully in Raising Baby.  Could she be talking to Cary Grant?  Notice the French bench in the back ground. This could fit right into a room designed for today.















Imagine Gloria Swanson gracefully and elegantly walking down these stairs with her Rolls Royce waiting for her.
(Designed by Lichfield).












Black and white decor reminds us of Cary Grant and Katherine Hepburn. 

Cary Grant playing the piano while Katherine looking into his eyes with her long silk dress on and her fur shawl wrapped around her shoulders.  
So sophisticated!
( Designed by Jennifer Ferreira)










The black and silver combo is also very reminiscent of old  Hollywood.
 What movie could you imagine this would
have been in?

(Jamie Herzlinger)









 Can't you see Marilyn Monro slipping on her white robe with Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon dressed up in women' s clothing? 
 Remember the movie, "Some like it Hot"?   
The floor and the movie, true classics..

( Jamie Herzlinger)







 

The black painted wood work certainly makes a statement. 
 Like a man dressed in a black tie and suit. Hmmm, Rock Hudson?

(Designed by Diania Sawicki)















19 comments:

  1. Agree- Black and white is a classic combination, and I love it!
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  2. Love the old movie references, and the look of black and white - old Hollywood style!
    Have a lovely evening, Julie and Danni!
    ~ Wendi ~

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  3. OMG I almost gasped at some of these images. I am a lover of black and white and these images just fit the bill for this B&W lover, Thanks for sharing, Kathysue

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  4. I love black and white. That bit of gold in the bathroom, is just the perfect touch of warmth in the space. Great images!

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  5. I have always love that first image. And those bathroom flooring is so gorgeous, bold and visually interesting, love the bathroom, too.

    Thanks for entering the giveaway. Good luck!

    Hope you had a fabulous weekend!

    Jessie
    www.mixandchic.com

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  6. Lovely post! That first room is gorgeous. Great blog :)

    Abbey x

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  7. Love this post...black and white is so classic and timeless. It will always be "in", just beauitful!

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  8. This look might be old but it's so up to date for today, beautiful!

    Happy Thanksgiving Julie & Danni!

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  9. Wow... such a classic post. Beautiful!!!

    Just want to thank you for your sweet comment and your support. It means so much to me! :-)

    Have a great day!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  10. Old black and white movies mean Fred Astaire and Ginger Rodgers to me. I can picture GInger sweeping down those stairs or Fred singing and dancing by the piano.

    Cheers,
    John

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  11. This is totally what I swoon over..... all that high gloss goodness and don't even get me started on the Hermes Avalon blankets that make an appearance in two of the photos. Love!

    Crissy

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  12. be still my heart!! black and white is one of my favorite color combinations for interiors and exteriors..love black doors and paneling.. and black and white floors as well..
    beautiful post,
    best,
    maureen

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  13. I am loving the two interiors by Jamie Herzlinger.. she is fabulous. She is also so sweet and down to earth. Love her work! xo

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  14. There is nothing quite as sophisticated as black and white decor...the first image is perfection..adore the settee!!

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  15. Oh!! My favorite post of the week so far!! This is right up my alley -- absolutely love every image!
    Stacy

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  16. I love the Lichfield staircase. Black and white is so classic. It doesn't matter if it's a room or an outfit, it always looks great!

    Thank you for visiting my blog.

    Hope you and your family have a great Thanksgiving.

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  17. There is something about Black and White designs that just can't be beat...gorgeous! Thank you for your comment on my recent post and all the best with your beautiful blog! Janell

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  18. No argument from me on this subject. I LOVE black and white...always so classic and easily worked with.

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  19. Lovely selection of beautiful inspirations. Black and wgite always glam look.....

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