Every Time You Do that Thing You Do!

Good afternoon, everyone!! I hope your week is going superbly so far.  Mine has been incredibly busy, yet productive.  Hopefully, I'll get a chance to relax tonight and watch some of last night's episodes of The Voice or Gossip Girl.

Now, last New Year's Eve, I was introduced to the movie that has become one of my favorite films of all time.  That Thing You Do! tells the story of the formation of a Beatles-esque musical group in the summer of 1964, its rise to fame, and subsequent falling out.  Released in 1996, it was written and directed by Tom Hanks.  Hanks also stars in the film, along with Tom Everett Scott, Liv Tyler, Johnathon Schaech, Steve Zahn, Ethan Embry, Bill Cobbs, Giovanni Ribisi (Phoebe's brother Frank on Friends!), and, in her one of her first films, Charlize Theron.

This movie is chock-full of quirky characters, witty jokes, catchy music, and brightly colored suits, with a bit of romance on the side.  Below is a video of The Wonders performing the title song which, despite the cheesiness, is most definitely one of my favorite songs ever.

One of my favorite parts of this movie are the wonderful outfits that help bring the 1960's setting to life.  Below, I have created some modern day interpretations of outfits inspired by various characters in the film.  Enjoy!!

Guy Patterson

Guy is the protagonist of the film and the majority of the movie focuses on him and his life both in and outside the band.  Due to chance and fate, he becomes the drummer for The Wonders and as they become more famous, he becomes known as Shades, due to his habit of always wearing sunglasses whilst performing.  He is the equivalent of The Beatles' drummer Ringo Starr, due to their unique names, drumming, and being the catalysts to their respective bands' fame.

In this outfit, I created a trendy take on Guy's monocromatic ensembles.  High-waisted skinny jeans are a fashionable update to the common jeans and help to add interest to this basic longsleeved top.  In order to illustrate Guy's partiality to turtlenecks, I included an infinity scarf in fall's hottest new color, oxblood, to keep warm in the fall chill.  Guy's love for all kinds of music is clear in the music themed bracelet and earrings.  Add some black loafers for some 60's flair, and don't forget to grab a pair of Guy's signature shades!!

Faye Dolan

Faye Dolan, portrayed by Liv Tyler, is bandleader Jimmy's girlfriend as well as unofficial wardrobe mistress and biggest fan of The Wonders.  She is great friends with all of the guys in the group and will do anything to promote the guys' success, even if it comes at her expense.

Emulate Faye's sweet style by wearing a boatneck shirt paired with on-trend colored ankle skinnies.  Layer a cardigan on top of the shirt to add an extra bit of warmth.  This charm bracelet depicting The Beatles' faces is a sweet homage to her Number 1 Fan status, and a necklace with a heart charm is a cute way to show her status as the movie's love interest.  Finish the look off with a simple headband and sleek oxfords.

Tina Powers

Tina Powers, played by a young Charlize Theron, is Guy's vain girlfriend.  She is incredibly narcissistic and does not support Guy's endeavors with The Wonders because she views it childish play.  She develops an infatuation with her dentist, which further distances her from Guy.

As annoying as Tina is, she is a 1960's poster child for fashion.  Get her super girly look with a pink A-line dress with a cute heart cutout in the back.  A ruffled cardigan adds warmth, while a statement necklace, belt, and earrings add Tina's trademark pearls to the look in a subtle way.  Use velcro rollers to get her voluminous waves and accessorize the hairstyle with a sweet metallic bow.  Finish the look off with a pair of silver ballet flats.

The Oneders

The Oneders (pronounced "wonders") are the stars of the film.  They are a group of four guys who learn the ins and outs of the music business, fame, and the subsequent costs.  They are all super unique individuals and have a fantastic span of personalities.  However, whenever they perform they are always are in sleek matching suits.

For a more feminine and modern twist on the Oneders' ensembles, layer a bright blazer over a white tank.  Add a collar necklace to add a bit of glam.  Olive green skinnies are not only a fall staple, but they look fantastic when contrasted with the bright coral blazer.  Studded heeled oxfords are a trendy yet classy nod to 60's foot fashion.  Finish the look off with music inspired earrings, bracelets, and bag; I personally love the cuff depicting The Beatles' faces.

What do you think of these outfits??  Have you seen That Thing You Do!??  Do you love it as much as I do??  Let me know in the comments!

Love, Leaza