Main Character Energy: Nancy Meyers, 2025 Edition
MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY: NANCY MEYERS, 2025 EDITION
Rediscovering Your Story Through Timeless Film Vibes
Nancy Meyers’ films ignite our 'main character' spirit, a feeling as timeless as the joy of girlhood. This spring, we've curated a 2025 update to her classics, blending modern trends with enduring style. Dive into our 'If You Liked...' list, designed to help you rediscover your own cinematic story. Let us know what resonates!
IF YOU LIKED... THEN WE RECOMMEND...
1. If You Liked The Parent Trap (1998)
Then We Recommend:
Songs: "Flowers" (Miley Cyrus), "Anti-Hero" (Taylor Swift), "Golden Hour" (JVKE) - Upbeat, empowering, and feel-good anthems.
Activities: A curated picnic with artisanal snacks, a collaborative DIY project with a friend, a weekend morning at a boutique farmers market.
Fashion/Lifestyle Brands/Products: Reformation for sustainable and chic casual wear, Outdoor Voices for stylish activewear, Our Place cookware for modern kitchen essentials.
Home Decor Pieces: Rattan accent chairs, textured ceramic vases, linen throw blankets in vibrant hues, and abstract art prints.
Books: "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" (Gabrielle Zevin), "Lessons in Chemistry" (Bonnie Garmus), and "Happy Place" (Emily Henry) - Stories of friendship, growth, and finding your place.
Movies/Shows: "Anyone But You" (2023), "Daisy Jones & The Six" (2023), "Firefly Lane" (2021-2023)
2. If You Liked Something's Gotta Give (2003):
Then We Recommend:
Songs: "Lavender Haze" (Taylor Swift), "As It Was" (Harry Styles), "Rush" (Troye Sivan) - Sophisticated and slightly nostalgic tunes.
Activities: A wine and cheese tasting at a local vineyard, a visit to a contemporary art museum, a curated dinner party with a focus on seasonal ingredients.
Fashion/Lifestyle Brands/Products: The Row for minimalist luxury, Totême for timeless wardrobe staples, Aesop for refined home fragrances.
Home Decor Pieces: Sculptural table lamps, cashmere throws in neutral tones, framed abstract photography, marble serving platters.
Books: "The Covenant of Water" (Abraham Verghese), "Fourth Wing" (Rebecca Yarros), "Romantic Comedy" or “Show Don’t Tell” (Curtis Sittenfeld), “Sofia Coppola Archive” (Sophia Coppola) - Stories of mature love, art, and intellectual pursuits.
Movies/Shows: "Saltburn" (2023), "Succession" (2018-2023), "The Gilded Age" (2022-Present)
3. If You Liked It's Complicated (2009):
Then We Recommend:
Songs: "Padam Padam" (Kylie Minogue), "Water" (Tyla), "Espresso" (Sabrina Carpenter) - Fun, light, and feel-good tracks.
Activities: A gourmet cooking class, a mixology session with friends, a visit to a local farmers' market followed by a picnic.
Fashion/Lifestyle Brands/Products: Sézane for French-inspired casual wear, Caraway for non-toxic cookware, Le Labo candles for warm and inviting scents.
Home Decor Pieces: Terracotta planters, woven placemats, linen napkins, a collection of unique serving dishes.
Books: "Pineapple Street" (Jenny Jackson), "The Five-Star Weekend" (Elin Hilderbrand), "Yellowface" (R. F. Kuang) - Stories of family, friendship, and navigating modern relationships.
Movies/Shows: "Saltburn" (2023), "Succession" (2018-2023), "The Gilded Age" (2022-Present)
4. If You Liked The Holiday (2006):
Then We Recommend:
Songs: "Skinny Dipped" (Freya Ridings), "Northern Attitude" (Noah Kahan), "The Great Divide" (Ian Noe), "Whatever" (Kygo, Ava Max), “Lost in the Citadel” (Jorja Smith)
Fashion/Lifestyle Brands/Products: Aritzia for versatile, comfortable, and stylish outerwear and loungewear, Everlane for ethically made, minimalist travel essentials and comfortable basics, Paravel for stylish and sustainable travel bags and accessories, Lunya for luxurious, comfortable sleepwear and loungewear, Girlfriend Collective for sustainable and comfortable athleisure wear.
Home Decor Pieces: Chunky knit throws, natural wood side tables, earthenware vases with dried flowers, and landscape photography prints.
Books: "The Comfort Book" (Matt Haig), "Wild" (Cheryl Strayed), "Where the Crawdads Sing" (Delia Owens) - Stories of self-discovery, finding solace in nature, and embracing change.
Movies/Shows: "Past Lives" (2023), "Shrinking" (2023-Present), "Somebody Somewhere" (2022-Present) - Stories about personal growth, finding new connections, and rediscovering oneself.
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