Thursday, February 4, 2010

Romantic Women

















Doris Day is one of my all-time favorites from the "golden era."  She was feminine without being fussy. Sexy without being slattern. She could be funny or dramatic. She was classy and a classic.  Since Valentine's Day is around the corner I'm going to have a Doris Day fest!  For motherly, fierce love there's Hitchcock's "The Man Who Knew Too Much."  For innocent secret love, the comedy, "Calamity Jane."  For love betrayed, "Midnight Lace," which will have you biting your French manicure.  Look at the contemporary sofa or futon! Anyone else like Doris Day or that era of decorating? Photos from top: Album cover,  Doris and Rock; and Midnight Lace. Also, got a great email from Mary Ann, who was Doris Day's personal secretary!  Here's her site.   And here's a site for those who like Doris Day and her era of songs (along with other oldies from the 40s-1960's). Enjoy!

40 comments:

  1. Susan McShannon-MonteithFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:30 AM

    She was everything you write of and funny too.
    Thanks for reminding us of a talented actress who holds a special place in our hearts.
    I think I'll go watch 'Pillow Talk".
    Susan

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  2. queenbuffnessFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:56 AM

    The first movie I remember ever seeing was Tammy's in Love. At the drive in, in my jammies. What a lovely memory!

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  3. Farmgirl CynFebruary 4, 2010 at 5:30 AM

    YIKES! I LOVE Doris Day! I especially love the camera filters used on her....I want those camera lenses! She always looks so angelic, almost as if she is fading away! Her and Rock Hudson...what a pair! (yes, I know all about Rock, but he was still a hunk of burnin' love!)

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:00 AM

    I remember her in a yellow rain jacket? Is this from a tv series or a movie?
    I love everything about this picture, even her shoes. Such a classy woman.

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  5. 1 Funky WomanFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:03 AM

    My sister and I went shopping the other day and I bought a hat that looks like the one she was wearing. I wore it yesterday and added my own bling! I felt a little Doris Dayish!

    Megan

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  6. ~Lavender Dreamer~February 4, 2010 at 6:42 AM

    She is a favorite of mine, too! Now that you've posted about her, I think I will go to the library and check out one of her old movies for the weekend! I love them all! ♥

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  7. Keetha BroylesFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:02 AM

    I have ALWAYS loved Doris Day, but for some reason my hubby hates her - - - thinks she's just silly.

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  8. LynnFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:34 AM

    Loved the combo of Doris and Rock. In later years I realized what a fantastic actor he was because he sure made their scences together sizzle. Like others, thinking about her now, may go see if I can locate some of her movies. "Pillow Talk" was a favorite. Have a beautiful day.
    Lynn

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  9. JulieFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:36 AM

    YES! YES! I love old Doris Day movies. And she was funny too. And she never took on roles as a ditzy blonde. She just excelled in becoming one with the character she was playing so well. I remember the Hitchcock one with Jimmy Stewart. (another ALL time favorite actor of mine) the que sera sera song. That one kept me on the edge of my sofa. And yes she was a classy lady. Sexy in all the right ways, never pushing the envelope, never sullied. Thanks for the post!! love it.

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  10. Stephanie @ La Dolce VitaFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:39 AM

    She was that and more! And looking at her photo next to yours in the sidebar, I think I see a resemblance!

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  11. SuzFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    you've lost me on this one

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  12. Julie HarwardFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:22 AM

    I JUST LOVED HER TOO. LOVED HER CUTENESS, HER PRETTY SINGING VOICE,loved LOVED HER IN TAMMY, SHE LOVED ANIMALS LIKE I DO, LOVED ALL HER MOVIES! COME SAY HI :D

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  13. DonnaFebruary 4, 2010 at 11:10 AM

    Love her! And by the looks of your picture, you could be her sister!

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  14. LinzFebruary 4, 2010 at 11:40 AM

    ok, you just hit upon one of my fave classics of all time: Calamity Jane. I could watch that movie all day long and then some. i LOVED how they re-did their cottage just by using some elbow grease and a "woman's touch". i love how they created the most beautiful outfits for Calamity. the entire movie is a pre-HGTV make-over gala! every time i see it, i want to wear a whimsical pink dress and re-design my room with lovely curtains, window box flowers, and a painted sign on my door.

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  15. KarenFebruary 4, 2010 at 12:20 PM

    I loved hearing her sing too. :)

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  16. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2010 at 1:03 PM

    I am joining you too-- love the Doris Day movies too! I remember as a young person thinking she is so full of life I wanted to be like that -- thinking still --- I wanted to be beautifu like her --- sing and dance. I've alway wanted to have ALL of her movies -- (still working on that) won't that be a fun girly add to my DVDs...smile

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  17. Debby@Just BreatheFebruary 4, 2010 at 3:29 PM

    She was so classy. I just love the movie from years ago.

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  18. ConnieFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:28 PM

    I love the old Doris Day movies. I always admired her for being classy and funny. Thank you for stopping by my blog today. :)

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:41 PM

    Love Doris Day! Her movies were always so funny. I think I watched all of them when I was a kid. It's where I learned how to attract a man. LOL... or was it Wally and Beaver's mom who taught me that? Hmmm

    Di
    The Blue Ridge Gal

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  20. Celestina MarieFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:51 PM

    Hi and so nice to meet you. Thank you for stopping by and your kind comment.

    I too admire Doris Day and her movies. She was so talented and beautiful.
    I also love to notice movie decor, especially old movies. Lots of inpsiration when you look around.

    I have so enjoyed my visit to your blog.

    Blessings, Celestina Marie

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  21. AngieFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:59 PM

    Honestly I don't know much at all about her, but maybe I should get some of her movies to watch!

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  22. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2010 at 5:31 PM

    I loved her in so many movies, just down home sweet and all- american woman she was. My mother even had her 'doo' for a few years. What a lady.

    with love,

    Olivia

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  23. Melissa MillerFebruary 4, 2010 at 5:47 PM

    Hello Janean,
    It's so nice to meet you! I really appreciate your kind visit to my blog. You are always welcome anytime my friend.

    Your blog is just beautiful!

    ~Blessings, ~Melissa :)

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  24. DebFebruary 4, 2010 at 5:51 PM

    I love Doris Day...what a lady...

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  25. TheresaFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    Hi Janean, Thanks for paying me a visit! I actually love Doris Day but haven't watched any of her movies lately! Hmmmmm it is going to be a rainy day tomorrow, perhaps I will watch one of her sweet movies. Enjoy your evening.

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  26. DebFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    Hi Janean
    LOVE this post & fabulous pictures!! Thanks for stopping by today - that is so funny we were both doing Doris Day posts! Isn't she the best ♥

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  27. GwendolynKayFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:50 PM

    I love Doris Day movies...especially if she is singing in them. Whenever I find a movie of her's on tv. I stop what I am doing and watch it.
    Blessings!
    p.s. don't chew too much on the mani:)
    Gwen

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  28. Kathy's Red Door WelcomeFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:35 PM

    I used to see Doris Day riding around Beverly Hills on her bike when I was growing up. I loved her movies! By the way thanks for visiting my and leaving the sweet comment!

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:58 PM

    Oh, how I love Doris Day and her olden movies! Her sweet voice and her music! It's too bad she didn't stay with us making movies. I know we would all have still loved her.
    I read somewhere that she lived as a recluse maybe in Carmel or somewhere like that.
    I miss her.
    Thanks for popping in to see me and
    Be a sweetie,
    shelia;)

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  30. Beverly @ My Sew Sweet StudioFebruary 4, 2010 at 11:45 PM

    I have always loved Doris Day. I loved Pillow Talk and many others. Haven't seen one in a long time. I think I will try to get a few over the weekend. Everything you said about her is true. Great nostalgic post, Janean.

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  31. Simple HomeFebruary 5, 2010 at 12:26 AM

    I've always loved her movies too. She was always fun, and got the good looking guys too. I love all of the photos you have of her.
    Have a great weekend.
    Blessings,
    Marcia

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  32. StacyFebruary 5, 2010 at 12:30 AM

    I love that photo of Doris and Rock. She looks gorgeous. I don't think I've ever seen one of her movies, but now I want to check them out.

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  33. JaneanFebruary 5, 2010 at 6:22 AM

    Just found this site to listen to many of her songs for free...

    http://new.music.yahoo.com/doris-day/tracks/

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  34. Tammy @ tinselshop.comFebruary 5, 2010 at 7:35 AM

    Oh, I too adore Doris Day! As a matter of fact we are planning to watch "That Touch of Mink" this weekend. It doesn't get much better than Cary Grant and Doris Day!

    Best wishes,
    Tammy

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  35. Auntie sezzzzzz...February 5, 2010 at 8:26 AM

    Yes, I loved Doris Day!

    Thank you so much for the links.

    .♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.♥.

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  36. AmyFebruary 5, 2010 at 12:59 PM

    I love, love Doris Day movies. They stir up such fond memories. Thanks for stopping by yesterday.

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  37. voiceofpendergrassFebruary 5, 2010 at 1:38 PM

    My husband and I are really into the old black and white movies... and early Doris Day is one of our favorites.

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  38. LoriFebruary 5, 2010 at 10:33 PM

    Oh Doris Day movies on Saturday afternoon with mom from Channel 9 Chicago! I miss those day soooo much! Life was so carefree back then, wow, thanks for the memory! Lori

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  39. Beth EatonFebruary 7, 2010 at 6:53 AM

    I LOVE Doris Day! Thanks for posting...

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  40. UnknownFebruary 13, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    My teen girls love Doris Day. But the funny thing is is that I really didn't know who she was!! They've introduced me to many of the older actors and actresses because they love the films. I think I missed out on those oldies because my father was very strict with the tv when I was growing up. We don't have tv now either (outside connections) but they do get to rent movies from the library to watch.

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