Thursday, August 11, 2011

From Funny Face


Sometimes I just have to go back to my fashion roots.
Here is an illustration of the black dress worn by
Ms. Audrey Hepburn in "Funny Face" one of my favorite
movies. Have a wonderful week.

31 comments:

  1. I love that movie, makes me smile everytime I see it :)

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  2. Seriously, my dear, how do you come with such AWESOMENESS! Love it!

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  3. this is beautiful! really puts a smile on your face :)

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  4. your fashion roots
    look fabulous
    in your art!
    great dress!
    we've been
    re-watching some
    hitchcock films
    & are noticing
    the great outfits
    & furniture!
    lovelove to you, dear!
    xox

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  5. Thanks All you beautiful people for stopping by! You people are wonderful!
    Have a great weekend!

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  6. I adore the clothes in Funny Face! I own a copy of the DVD. That little black dress on your gal is perfect. Thank you for stopping by my blog.

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  7. I wish I could sew- I'd make copies of so many of these vintage dresses in my size and tell my self I look just like Audrey! - great drawing V!

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  8. I love Audrey. I wish I had a waist. I'm putting it on my Christmas list this year - hahaha. xox

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  9. YAY for Audrey - she is simply gorgeous! you are so inspiring!! LOVE her dress!

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  10. SqueeeeeeeeeL! I love this! Her face is delightful. I so wish the fashions of the 1930s-50s would make a resurgence! You would LOVE this blog: http://yeoldefashion.tumblr.com
    I get soooooooooooo many ideas from it and want just about everything they showcase. Thanks for the lovely, lovely you posted on my blog today. It was a nice way to wake up this morning.

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  11. love this piece....and I have to see that movie...I love Audrey ...but sadly haven't seen funny face!!!!

    Happy Day Sweet Vanessa!!!

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  12. Adore it! And what a fabulous little black dress. Wish that was hanging in my closet.

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  13. Audrey was the ultimate in charm and delight~~and ooooooo, I ♥LUV♥ those vintage dresses and hats! (and gloves..AHEM!)
    Now I need to go squeeze into my girdle and see if I can still SQUEEEEEEZE into any of my retro dresses! ;-D
    If you hear a *pop*~~~~RUN.....

    XXOO~~
    Anne

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  14. Hey Vanessa, It's good to hear from you! I'm currently working on a 96 page activity book. It's a fun project and keeping me busy.

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  15. I love that movie too, and I love Audrey Hepburn. This is wonderful Vee. I hope Zoe is adjusting to the new school :) ~hugs

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  16. i just adore the illo! the expression, the face! everything! you're gorgeous!

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  17. Love Audrey and I love your work! What a great combo!

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  18. Oh, that cute little dress! So fun to see more of your wonderful fashion illustrations this summer- You keep this up, and you'll have your own runway! :o)

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  19. oh Vanessa...you shining in technicolor brilliance with this splendid nod to fashion!!!

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  20. That dress is lovely and so is your representation of it! Keep it up, V! :D

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  21. ..I've missed a lot of great stuff from you! Great works Vanessa!!..love your art..

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  22. Hello sweetie. I hope all is well with you. I love every illustration I see coming out of your creative den. You have been prolific! I love that. Take care dearest Vee. I should be back as soon as things calm down. Tsup!

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  23. Also one of my all time favs as well -Empathicalism and Think Pink! Magnifique!

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  24. Great expression and pose. Lovely to see all of your works!

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