ALLIE HAMILTON: THE NOTEBOOK

The Notebook is one of the most romantic and heartbreaking love stories of this generation, it's heroine, one Allie Hamilton, has a stunningly classic wardrobe, quickly establishing her as an entirely lovely and feminine woman.

Here are some examples of looks typical for Allie!

Color Pallete:

A lot of color, typically in rich or diluted tones (like plum, crimson red or navy blue)

Style Influences:

The story takes place in the 1940s, so her style is dominated by styles of the times. Her look is typical of a woman of wealth of the time. Think elegant, think vintage.

Also, Allie is very lady-like. Her style is polished, rather modest and accentuates the woman's figure.

Key Features:

Floral dresses. Look for skirts to the knee, particularly in flowing fabrics for immediate femininity.

Layering. Cardigans and jackets over a skirt or dress extends the wearability of the base item and adds the polish Allie has perfected.

Accessories:

Hair accessories. Allie adds the finishing touch to her looks with a coordinated hair accessory. Options include cloche caps, netted hair pieces or scarves but a flower is one of her signature pieces seen many times throughout the film.

Classic necklaces, like pearls or delicate gold chain.

Skinny belts. Add a classic 40s accent while cinching in the waist to define your figure.

Now lets look at some examples of Allie-Inspired outfits that you could put together!

OUTFIT #1

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Cardigan: L.K. Bennett, Tank: Old Navy, Skirt: Modcloth, Boots: Endless, Necklace: Forever21, Hair Flower: Forever21

This is a versatile look that would be appropriate for everyday, work or date-night.

• Channel Allie with a high waisted floral skirt. The rich colors in this one are flattering on a variety of skin tones and are easy to pair other pieces with. Look for one with colors that are easy to coordinate, like the black backdrop seen in this piece.
• A simple black tank top is a great base to a variety of ensembles, especially when it has pretty details like this one's silky piping along the neckline.
• A fitted cardigan in a saturated color makes a statement while the classic shape keeps the look put-together in Allie's fashion.
• Vintage inspired accessories like a hair flower and netted pearls accelerate a simple outfit and increase the retro appeal.
• Ankle booties are a modern accessory that take a look with 40s inspiration and keeps it rooted in today's fashions.

OUTFIT #2

Dress: Modcloth, Hose: ASOS, Heels: Endless, Hat: Debenhams, Gloves: Bluefly

This luxurious look would be appropriate for going out to an event that has more than casual attire expectations; like to the theater or a holiday party.

• This dress is classic and would be suitable for many occasions. The high waist, straight skirt and skinny belt are all key features in a 1940s inspired ensemble, making it flattering while the subtle pattern on the neutral grey fabric is simple and appropriate.
• Wear transparent black hose under the dress to keep the look put together and sophisticated.
• A cloche cap is lady-like and undeniably vintage, though being on-trend recently.
• Elbow-length black gloves give a unique addition to a classic outfit, an accessory favored by Allie. 
• Pointy-toed patent leather heels in a low height with an ankle strap add texture and interest without overpowering the other accessories or overstimulating the entire look.

Here are a few stores to get Allie-like looks:

Modcloth

Ruche

Tulle