My mother says I taught myself to read at age 3, and by age 6 was devouring 300-400 page novels. I suppose this shouldn't surprise me since I can't ever recall a moment in my past in which I wasn't hungry for books.
One of my favorite book series as a young girl, and to this day (because some things just can't be outgrown) is the Nancy Drew Mystery Stories. Only now, I inevitably seem to always solve the mysteries faster than Nancy does. Nancy taught me well, as a detective, and has also become a recent inspiration for fashion.
Yes, old fashioned detectives and spies are my latest muse. Especially the image of a world traveling spy donned in old Hollywood-like glamour.
Try as I might, I couldn't locate any fashion editorials inspired by spy or detective style, but I did find a spread from Vogue Italia (or Italian Vogue, in English) that captures the essence of old glamour I have in mind. Silky scarves to tie in my hair, chic coats, crisp white shirts, and pants that are both strong and feminine. And perhaps, if smoking wasn't such a hazard, a cigarette between my lips.
And for those who adore Nancy Drew as much as I do, check out these darling products (some which are pictured in this entry) from Chronicle Books featuring our timeless detective Nancy at: http://www.chroniclebooks.com/nancydrew
And to draw this entry to a close, does any one have some suggestions of mystery novels as delightful as Nancy Drew? My library only has a small mystery section and most the books I've found there are overly graphic mysteries, almost always centering around gruesome murders and with more adult content then I'd like. I want a mystery that is not childish, and that is challenging of the mind but does not give an overdose in gore. Any suggestions would be gladly appreciated!
Pictures from http://womenmanagement.blogspot.com & www.chroniclebooks.com/nancydrew & http://www.flickr.com/photos/hauntedpalace/
18 comments:
I was never too into mystery books (books yes, mystery ones, no) but I love old spy and mystery films. Have you seen "Charade" with Audrey Hepburn? You really must!
I loved Nancy Drew too. Did you ever read Trixie Beldon? I love her as well theres something about spies and detectives...
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i've read the nancy drew books since i could read; which was 7, not three, unfortuantely :P
they are still my favorite books, as are most books in the mystery genre.
aww this post made me really nostalgic
what a lovely post.
reading at 3? woah. that's an achievement!
i know it's not a book, and probably is so wrong, but i'm just about to watch nancy drew on dvd.
I to loved Nancy drew ! :)
the myserious spy girl look. definately a winner :)
i loved nancy drew tooo!
owh!!it is fierce
I've always loved Nancy Drew too, and she has such nice outfits on the book covers! I love the idea of being inspired by old fashioned detectives and spies when it comes to fashion. Great post, dear xoxo
you've a nice blog!
i love to read too. reading certainly opens up a gal's mind and her imagination.
"My mother says I taught myself to read at age 3, and by age 6 was devouring 300-400 page novels. I suppose this shouldn't surprise me since I can't ever recall a moment in my past in which I wasn't hungry for books."
This describes me too.
(I never did go back and find out the title of that book! I have a mission for tomorrow)
x
i love all of these pictures.
I am obsessed with reading and although I never read Nancy Drew... I am crazy about Agatha Christie...Personally, I think she's a genius in the mystery department. And it's my goal to read all of her works :)
I loooooooove this post!
As a little girl, I was completely devoted to Nancy Drew - I forgot how amazing those illustrations were. What an awesome theme :)
xoxox,
CC
yummy
I've added you sweetie !
I love rebels against normality + your photo is super cute above !!!:D bisouxx
Yes! I read all the Nancy Drew books back in my youth.
I had totally forgotten about them until I read your post, and was so excited!
I would love to read them all again actually.
I'll have to dig them out of my book shelf.
For mystery novels, I really liked the Famous Five growing up too.
What a great post!!
I love Nancy Drew :)
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