Mad about the Set, The Costumes, The Writing...!

I am a Mad Men fan! Anyone remember the Eva Ziesel post? I love the sheer eye candy of every period perfect scene! I was glued to the DVR on Sunday night watching every scene- rewinding others, gasping at a few. Scott asked me if Jackie Kennedy really spoke like that...I wonder what she was like with her girlfriends in college? Certainly not 1/2 that poised. I was mesmerized. What an icon.

I loved the opening of Joan and her red dress, the pink sea horses on the wall...and the scene where Betty is at the stables- the braid in her hair is -call me a female drag queen for gushing- but it really is breath-taking.

The mid-century modern office furniture is spectacular. The literary references are brilliant. Such a smart show. I have no shame in my addiction-none.

Sex and The City...secrets

Mid-way through the completely over-the-top, label oozing movie Carrie is offered breakfast in bed. My very savvy design friend Pam leans over and whispers "Eva Zeisel." I nod at the pretty pot nestled on the screen's serving tray. Then it happens...the teapot is switched! 3 times- for the love of Pete. As the scene cuts away to a reverse shot, the pot is different. I think this is so funny I laugh out- loud. Unfortunately, the scene is not a comic one. It is often referred to as a "tender moment." I should get out more.

I have been collecting her gorgeous wares for many years. Part of me was a little disappointed Crate and Barrel launched one of her lines. Too mass market I whined...she's special. It's hard to keep a good thing secret.