Emma: The Movie, Tea, Fashion and More

Jane Austen’s classic Emma has been readapted for the screen by Eleanor Catton with many comic moments. The costume designer Alexandra Byrne has taken bold choices with a bright and pastel color palette. The character, Emma wears traditional period looks with accessories that appeal to a modern-looking eye. Look for her necklaces and earrings that very much could be adapted to fit your wardrobe today.

Film Locations

Firle Place, East Sussex, UK: Hartfield, home of protagonist Emma Woodhouse and her father Henry

I love the brilliant yellow color Emma wears in the film and on the poster. (Click here for a dress with a smiliar color.) However, I went with a more softer yellow  floral ruffle dress with an adjustable tie halter neckline and flapped bust. I bought this dress new with tags on from a seller on Poshmark for just $10! The dress fits perfectly and is easy to put on with the conceacled back zip closure. It is also still being sold on Chicwish.

For $5 off your first Poshmark purchase use the invite code ENTANDSTYLE when you signup for a free account!
Dress: Chicwish Yellow Peony Print Halter Neck Ruffle Dress
Purse: Rosaleen Pearl Clutch sold by Morning Lavender.  It has two additional gold chains so you can wear it as a crossbody bag or purse!

Ladurée Beverly Hills

Slideshow Photos: Ladurée Beverly Hills

Ladurée Beverly Hills By Matthew Kinney
Address: 311 N Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Mon – Fri: 8am – 7pm // Sat: 8am – 7:30pm // Sun: 9am – 7pm

Ladurée has a reputation for serving the best macaroons in a refined beautiful atmosphere all over the world. Now, you can experience plant-based French Cuisine at the Beverly Hills location by Matthew Kenney. Everything is vegan with clearly marked gluten-free options on the menu. Some of my favorites include the Isphan (rose-flavored soft macaroon biscuit with rose petal cream and raspberries), seasonal fresh fruit and Ladurée’s granola that tops a bed of yogurt.

The Beverly Hills location is unique for its entirely delicious vegan menu that does offer more substantial eating options. However, to enjoy the tea experience order the tea time menu available all day. You can also just order off the tea menu with a pastry or finger sandwiches.
You can visit the location at The Grove for more of a traditional menu.

Make reservations through Open Table.

Dress: Band of Gypsies Sunny Mauve Floral Print Ruffled Mini Dress. I found this dress at one of my favorite boutiques at a significantly reduced price. I had a fun time wearing my own floral romantic print and styled dress to Laduree’s. Alternative options: Lulus French Countryside Blush Floral Print Dress and Lulus in my Dreams Mauce Floral Print Midi Dress.

Book: My eye was drawn to this Harper Collin’s (Harper Perennial Deluxe Editions) pinkish book cover of Emma.

Dress: ASOS DESIGN puff sleeve mini dress with sash detail in ditsy floral. This dress is my modern updated twist on Emma’s styles. Emma and the other women wear dresses with higher waistlines, open necks, puff sleeves, and ruffles. I got this dress at 70% off for $25.50 and you can too! The size 0 fits perfectly with an open back tie detail, drape sash in the front, and a body-conscious fit. Below are some modern styles inspired by the romantic nature of the story and fashion.  You can wear these to tea, garden party, brunch or celebration.

Earrings: Francesca’s Rebecca Pearl Heart Drop Earrings

Below are gift suggestions for a fan of Jane Austen. Invite friends over for tea and host your own tea party complete with mini floral cakes and floral teacups. Take time to write down a thought for the day or a postcard to someone you want to know better. Please see my previous post on card making inspired by the movie Emma.