#gentlemen prefer blondes imagines

[darkfictionjude]

Ladies, gentlemen and other folk who see themselves outside those groups, please be advised! This is not for the faint of heart. TW: racism, sexism, bigotry, parental abuse, exploitation, alcoholism, smoking, swearing, sexually explicit content. Very much of the time period.

After a life of general obscurity, in 1938 you come out of hiding to star in the biggest production in Hollywood history. Hopefully, your own demons, those imagined and those very much real don't tear you apart before the closing scene!

Greer Monroe 🎭

Your co-star. With beginnings in comedy, he's trying to be seen as a serious actor. He's everything a person believes a leading man to be. 29 years old.

Preference: he's an actor, of course he's had gay sex men or women.

Magenta Wey 💎

Your other co-star. After a recent... scandal she's seeking to move past that event with a new role. A classic blonde bombshell. 30 25 years old.

Preference: women.

Jack Harlow🎙️

A singer. Wishes he could sing his own songs instead of giving the best ones to bigger artists. Handsome in his way, just not as flashy as those on the screen. 27 years old.

Preference: men.

Ashley Booker 📽️

The director. Hit it out of the park five years before and after a serious of failures, seeks to make a comeback. Everyone says Ash is good-looking, but Ash doesn't like the image in the mirror. 32 years old.

Preference: is partial to women but is curious about men.

You ✨

Your last name is Skylark. Do you want to be famous? Is it to fill the void inside? It's far too late to make anyone proud.

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Also if you could reblog that would help a lot :)

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[misstycloud]

Ok so we know how the Cowboy yan reacts to an indifferent city girl reader…BUT…

How’d he react and handle a reader who’s a bit of a ditzy bimbo in the best way possible? (Think of Marilyn Monroe’s character from, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, if you’ve ever seen the movie. I really recommend it!)

Yandere cowboy x bimbo. reader

If reader was the stereotypical dumb, pretty girl, the cowboy would find it very endearing. He’s not the smartest one of the bunch himself, so he’d think it’s cute. If it was the other way around and reader being insanely intelligent, he’d still love them and tell her how sexy he finds it. However, he probably wouldn’t be able to help feeling unworthy since he’s more brawn than brain.

The cowboy would make it his responsibility to protect reader(he would no matter what but especially in this case). She’s too careless: trusting anyone who throws her a smile! It’s not safe. Reader is pretty too, so there’s a big chance some creep will become obsessed with her and stalk her. The cowboy doesn’t trust her to notice someone hiding in the bushes on her way home, following her every step. Of course he had to make sure she’s safe by walking at a safe distance behind her whenever she went home alone. Only so she’ safe, though. Not so he can drag his gaze over her form and imagine sinful fantasies involving both of them. And especially not so he can linger outside the bedroom window until the sun starts to rise.

It wouldn’t take long for him to start manipulating his darling. Every day there would be speeches on how only he truly cares for her, how everyone else tries to take advantage of her, of how she needs him.

If bimbo reader told the cowboy she had to leave the village and go back to the city, he would immediately convince her it’s not a good idea. From all the previous conversations, he has picked up enough information about her friends to come up with unlikely scenarios. He’ll say that they’re not her friends and that they’re obviously just pretending. From her stories about them, it’s clear that they treat her awfully. Why would she go back?

If that doesn’t work, the cowboy will activate the water work.

The poor, kindhearted bimbo reader can’t abandon someone so pitiful. The way he sobs and begs her to stay is seriously tugging on her heart strings.

In all, he wouldn’t treat her so differently compared to indifferent reader, except that he’s a bit more protective and thinks she’s naive and therefore need him. I mean, he’d think she needs him not matter what but this is in a more practical way. The cowboy would do everything for bimbo reader. Need some water? He’s getting a glass from the cupboard right now. Need to change the lightbulb? He’s the best at changing lightbulbs! You want some flowers in your garden? He’s out in the field plucking wild flowers and will even replant them for you.

With (for example) the indifferent reader, he would recognise that she wants to do things on her own and let her.

Not with bimbo reader though. She is too sweet, she might accidentally hurt herself.

[blushcoloreddreams]

The history of engagement rings and how diamonds became the norm

While today engagement rings represent a symbol of love and eternal commitment, historians believe the first engagement rings appeared in Ancient Rome - more as a symbol of a legal contract than love itself. But it’s only much later when we have the first introduction of diamonds for engagement rings.

The first diamond engagement ring known in history was given by Maximilian I, a Habsburg, in 1497. He traveled to meet his bride and brought her a diamond ring as a gift. This marked the beginning of the tradition of using diamonds in engagement rings. At that time, the only place to find diamonds was in India, making them extremely rare and expensive, something truly reserved for royalty.

As we move through history, we see a period when engagement rings fell out of fashion and were replaced by more elaborate, detailed wedding rings. Later, engagement rings came back into style. In 1840, with Queen Victoria's engagement, the tradition of the engagement ring became more consistent. However, the engagement ring she received is not the one that comes to mind today. Our imagination is filled with Tiffany's solitaire ring, often seen in movies. But Queen Victoria received a ring in the shape of a snake, as the snake was a symbol of eternal love. The main gemstone in the snake's head was an emerald, which is quite different from what we're used to. Why an emerald? It was the gemstone for her birth month, leading to another tradition: using colored gemstones in rings based on a person's birth month.

Returning to the subject of diamonds, we fast-forward to 1887 when diamonds were discovered in South Africa. This shifted the market away from India as the sole supplier, flooding the market with diamonds, and their prices dropped significantly. Something that had once been exclusive to royalty became accessible to the middle class, and diamonds became very popular.

In 1889, a company called De Beers emerged - which you may have heard of because celebrities often being seen wearing De Beers diamonds on red carpets - came to dominate the diamond market, controlling the supply. It established a monopoly in South Africa, and eventually, worldwide. To this day, only a few companies control the entire diamond trade, and diamonds remain so expensive not because they are extremely rare, but because the market is artificially controlled to prevent prices from dropping.

If you think in terms of rarity, for example, a Paraíba tourmaline is rarer than a diamond. Diamonds can be found in various countries, but Paraíba tourmalines are only found in specific regions of Brazil and a few locations in Africa. They are not as widespread. So, the high value of diamonds is not due to rarity. That’s not to say diamonds aren’t beautiful—they have many desirable characteristics, such as their hardness on the Mohs scale. Many marketing campaigns have been built around this.

In the 1930s, De Beers launched a campaign to have celebrities wear diamonds on the red carpet. This was during a time of war and the Great Depression when couples couldn't afford diamonds and were opting for other gemstones in their rings. By showcasing celebrities flaunting diamonds, they rekindled the desire and made it seem like a good investment for couples. The campaign worked very well, with sales increasing by 50% in the following years.

In the 1950s, De Beers launched another campaign, one we still repeat today: “Diamonds are forever,” drawing a connection between the diamond’s eternal nature and the commitment a person makes at that moment in their life. The campaign was a huge success, and we still repeat the phrase today, with sales soaring again. All of this solidified the diamond in our imagination as the perfect gemstone for engagement rings.

In 1953, the movie Gentlemen Prefer Blondes starring Marilyn Monroe included that iconic scene with the pink dress where she sings and dances about diamonds being a girl's best friend. These are ideas we still repeat today, showing the powerful influence this has on our imagination. Movies often reinforce this idea, but I’m here to tell you that the value of diamonds is heavily influenced by market control, which limits supply to keep prices high, and by decades of marketing campaigns designed to create desire. I’m not saying you should stop liking diamonds—they remain a wonderful, beautiful gemstone with incredible brilliance. I just want you to know that they’re not your only option. If you like a colored gemstone that represents you, you can use it in your engagement ring.

Even looking at royal engagement rings, not just Queen Victoria's with an emerald, but also Princess Eugenie’s with a pink sapphire, and of course, the most famous engagement ring in the world, which belonged to Lady Diana and was passed down to Kate Middleton. It features a blue sapphire as the main gemstone, surrounded by diamonds and set in white gold. But what defines that ring is the blue sapphire. So, if you like a colored gemstone, feel free to put it in your ring without shyness or do you think Princess Kate is wrong or being tacky?

[casualaruanienjoyer]

Some more Annie and Pieck outfit ideas!

Plus- what if post rumbling they become part of some sort of secret services, and have to go undercover at a formal event. Imagine the outfits from 'Gentlemen prefer blondes' 👀

Pieck would be better at sweet talking while Annie is better at threatening.

[the-squidward-in-question]

“Bonjour”

Tried some new techniques then gave up when I got to the rest of the mercs

Imagining Marylin in “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” as Spy in the dress is sending me straight to hell

[best-movie-ever-tournament]

Gentlemen:

The REAL queer Marilyn Monroe film because it’s WLW, sorry not sorry

Frozen:

The reason people maybe sick of Let it Go is because it was so good it captured the collective cultural imagination in a vice grip and it deserved to. Few musicals manage to have basically every song slap, but this is one of them.

[motownfiction]

home movies

Will isn’t sure how he feels about the annual screenings of home movies at his parents’ house. Even when he thinks he’ll miss them this year, it’s like his parents wait until he gets there to queue them up. Every year, on Christmas Day, it’s the same. His mother flags one or both of his daughters down and says, “Come here! Come here! Don’t you want to see what your daddy was like when he was a little boy?”

The girls, especially Emma, are always delighted to see him. Little Will O’Connor not even tall enough to touch the middle section of ornaments on the Christmas tree. Little Will O’Connor, psyched out of his mind about his very first Star Wars action figures. Little Will O’Connor in his buffalo plaid pajamas, in the middle of fourth grade–old enough to be in love with little Lucy Callaghan but too young to understand all that loving her would mean.

And that’s the thing, really. Will can’t even imagine he was ever that young. He always felt so old on the inside, so much like an adult, never like the kid he was supposed to be. Whenever he’d mention that to Sam, he used to shrug and say, “Everybody feels like that. We’re always the oldest we’ve ever been. We don’t know better until it’s behind us.” Then, Will would look at Lucy, and she’d be the only other person to understand.

You forget your childhood when you have your own child at the end of it.

Almost like it didn’t matter.

And Will knows he wouldn’t do anything differently. He wouldn’t have skipped going to Gentlemen Prefer Blondes with Lucy that night they made Elenore, and he wouldn’t have run away when Lucy told him she was pregnant a month and a half later. If Clarence Oddbody came down from heab’en and told him he could have his whole life to do over again, Will knows he’d do everything the same.

But to remember that he was ever that small.

He feels about as fragile as a leg lamp.

When he remembers how that movie came out a week after his wedding, he laughs.

He was never that small.

[emmatiedemann]

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend

How does the series use dual-focus narrative as a strategic storytelling tool beyond heteronormative romantic pairings?

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend uses dual-focus narrative to highlight rivalry rather than heteronormative romantic pairings. For example, Rebecca and Valencia are pitted against each other because they share a love interest. Their “rivalry” plays out through song even though they eventually become friends. Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’s dual focus narrative deviates from the typical heteronormative “marriage plot” because although the conflict appears to stem from the shared love interest, the real conflict is less about Josh and more about generalized feelings of comparison, inadequacy, and jealousy. This “parallelism” that Stilwell mentions allows for the focus to be placed on the women and their journey from enemies to friends, rather than the typical heteronormative romantic coupling. In fact, the article mentions that “the drive created by a rivalry offers greater scope for expansion in an open-ended narrative like a television series”. This scope has allowed Crazy Ex-Girlfriend to subvert expectations of the genre—a Vox article even mentions that the show is “a complete deconstruction of the marriage plot”.

What are the the "inevitable" couplings within the series and how are they accentuated through "cinematic" similarities and contrasts?

Some of the “inevitable” coupling established in the beginning of the show is Rebecca and Greg. Greg is friends with Josh, the main love interest. This kind of trope–Greg’s interest in Rebecca while she’s preoccupied with someone else–links them as the heterosexual pairing. Their literal similarities appear in the first episode when they learn they have similar difficult pasts and darker senses of humor. Cinematically, Rebecca and Greg are depicted as normal characters which helps create their chemistry, while Josh is almost always depicted in a dramatic, romanticized way to mirror Rebecca's imagination and perception of him. He is often lit with dramatic lighting or appears in slow motion with some sort of fog machine. This cinematic contrast between Greg and Josh, allows for a more obvious coupling between Rebecca and Greg.

How does the series use musical numbers within and beyond the narrative world to replicate fairy tale, backstage, or folk musicals?

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend uses costumes, over-the-top choreography, and showy sets to parody famous fairy tale, backstage, and folk musicals. The show visually references numbers like “Cell Block Tango” from Chicago and “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend” from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, but uses its own original music instead. These obvious references to famous musicals are established so that the show can subvert and critique the original narrative. For example, when Rebecca is in jail, the song “What’s Your Story” is used as an obvious musical reference to “Cell Block Tango”. The female inmates are costumed with black lingerie over their orange jumpsuits, calling attention to the original number’s unrealistic over sexualization. Rebecca begins singing and demands the same sensationalized stories from “Cell Block Tango” and is disappointed to hear stories that are more complicated, sad, and distressing. By referencing memorable musical numbers like this one, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend is able to call out problematic overgeneralizations and sexist stereotypes with humor and theatricality. 

[saintsenara]

death (eaters) in paradise bellatrix lestrange/lord voldemort mature | 7.3k words

‘this is lovely,’ she said to the muggle bell-boy, who gave her a cheeky smile.

‘i asked for a twin,’ said the dark lord.

the bell-boy looked at bella, and then looked at the dark lord as though he were insane. ‘sorry, señor,' he said, not sounding very sorry at all, ‘but this was all there was available. you’ll be fine to share with her, no?’

a spanish anti-muggle group wishes to meet with the dark lord in marbella. so, it makes perfect sense for his favourite lieutenant to go with him. after all, she could do with a holiday.

this piece was written for week six of @ladiesofhpfest, on the theme of hot girl summer [you can find the masterlist for this week's fics here].

authors notes under the cut

and it's too hot here to think to much about anything, so this is not a particularly deep story - the inspiration was entirely the fact that the idea of bellamort on holiday in marbella is funny. these are not two people who can be easily imagined lounging by a pool - although it has always tickled me that lord voldemort is ascending to the height of his powers alongside a period of luridly-coloured pop culture. the tiki cocktails of the late 1940s and the disco drinks of the 1970s shouldn’t be something one associates with him. and yet.

but there is something serious underneath all the brits-abroad capering [rip to the german tourist, hated by a nation for hogging the sun loungers]. i’ve always been struck by the fact that - even though jkr considers it to be more egalitarian than the muggle world - the wizarding world is constrained by extremely restrictive gender roles.

and i am convinced [and have explored more seriously elsewhere - especially in my piece nor all that glisters gold and its notes] that one of the reasons why bellatrix is so easily radicalised into being an enthusiastic death eater is because voldemort gives her a chance to transcend the expectations placed upon her by her gender and her social class. in death (eaters) in paradise she finds herself free - for the first time in her life - of pureblood modesty standards [after all, in canon, wizarding clothes seem to cover much more of the body than contemporary muggle fashions], of the need to pretend her marriage is happy, and of the need to pretend that she isn’t a sexual creature.

in death (eaters) in paradise [as, again, i’ve explored more seriously in my piece other women and of purer blood and its notes], there’s the idea that bellatrix’s lack of interest in pregnancy - and her desire to see sex as something with value beyond society’s belief that she should want lots of children, as is her duty as a pureblood - is considered quite scandalous in the circles in which she moves. that voldemort should be the only person she knows who doesn’t think this may not initially seem to be in line with his character - but, actually, the canonical voldemort tolerates a huge amount of casual affection from bellatrix. until the last stages of deathly hallows, he allows her to be physically very close to him, to touch him, to allude to the relationship between them, and so on - and my justification for why they are a sincerely plausible couple is directly connected to this. both bellatrix and voldemort want to be really known and really understood, and they provide a level of recognition and comfort to each other which is there in canon and really fun to draw out in fan-fiction.

plus, him giving her a horcrux is - and i’ll die on this hill - weirdly romantic.

[why i always write him as an arse man is unknown to me, but good for him.]

three final points: yes, i’m aware what the real-life john lewis incident was; rookwood’s hot daughter has turned up in other women of purer blood as well, and maybe she deserves her own story; and this is the dress jane russell wears in gentlemen prefer blondes which is seared into lord voldemort’s retinas:

stunning.

[this-sapphic-paradise]

Three tvshows or movies everyone should see at least one in their life?

Oooooph! That's a difficult question because I'm not the type of person who believes you need to watch certain movies to be a true film lover (I'm not saying you're implying that, btw, I just know some directors and movie lovers are very annoying about this type of thing).

So, I'm going to give you an answer in a slightly different way.

If you wanna be distracted and have some giggles:

Bring It On (movie)

She's The Man (movie)

Imagine Me and You (movie)

BONUS: Bob's Burgers (TV show)

If you want something with substance but still entertaining (aka, it will make you laugh but then you might spiral into an existential crisis):

Everything Everywhere All at Once (movie)

Parasite (movie)

Sorry to Bother You (movie)

If you want something that will make you lose faith in humanity AND it's based on a true story:

Gia (movie)

Boys Don't Cry (movie)

Farrow vs. Allen (docuseries)

BONUS: Phoenix Rising (docuseries)

Wanna watch something heavy but it's "fiction":

The Handmaid's Tale (TV show)

Kids (movie)

Older classic movies that I simply love:

Some Like it Hot

Singing in The Rain

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

Rich kids getting fucked in more ways than one:

Cruel Intentions (movie)

Saltburn (movie)

[carnivorousyandeere]

Now that we’ve gotten Erik, what does Amory look likeeee? I know he can shift through different forms, so maybe his favourite form that he likes to show? Maybe I’ll draw him too 👀….

💕

EEEEEEEE SO HAPPY RN, YOURE SO SWEEEET MOODIE 😭🫂💕

Okay, so Amory’s preferred form is 6’1 or approx 185.4 cm tall, with broad shoulders and a smaller waist. He’s sculpted, with near-washboard pecs and abs (though not soooo cut that it looks like he’s dehydrated), with fittingly strong-looking arms and legs. Definitely looks like a model build or casual bodybuilder build. He’s muscular and toned but not enough to suggest steroids or methodical bulking have been involved.

Face shape could be described as square, or maybe rectangle, with a strong nose, jawline, and cheekbones. His teeth are just a little too white and straight to feel natural, but his smile is so disarming you might not think about it, with the way his dimples appear and his eyes sparkle.

He has big brown eyes, and pretty lips. His eyebrows are black and on the thicker side. His hair is shaved short on the sides and is just a little longer on top, with a vacation-ready bleach blonde color. The hair on his head and in his beard is both curly, maybe 3B or 3C? Sometimes he’ll let his facial hair grow a little bit, but still keeps it very short, and it’s black like his eyebrows, not bleached.

His skin tone is rich, deep, and warm, and his skin is also soft, although he allows some slight callouses on his hands, since he knows people that work out a lot tend to have those.

I kind of imagine him as a mix of these two gentlemen (including the pierced ears/jewelry 🥰):

[obstinaterixatrix]

I can’t comprehend an existence that isn’t spent chasing white whales. imagine just seeing what you want and not even having to send an email to an archivist about it. you know, there’s still a vague hope that the reels for gentlemen prefer blondes (1928) are shoved at the back of some paramount storage facility or some guy’s basement

[the-spacetronaut]

I'm now wondering what sonny would sound like cause u said he has a 40/50s accent and sings off-key so I'm jus trying to think what he'd sound like. I'm just digging through a bunch of voice claims lol

i dont put a lot of thought into his voice claim because i feel like it defeats the purpose of people imagining what he would sound like! i know that i personally always imagined him having a lighter tone, sonny's voice isnt that deep! but hmmmm... it would be something like james dean! make it a little more airy and light. more breathy.

under the cut is what i imagine the other nurseblooms would sound like!

celia would have some darkness and weight to her voice! something like 1953's movie "gentlemen prefer blondes" character dorothy (jane russell)! also anne baxter's role as eve in "all about eve" too! a mixture of those two!

starri has a higher tone, airy and kinda grainy! has a bit of a vocal fry! something like jean hagen's role as lina "singing in the rain", joan vohs' role as gretchen in 1954's movie "sabrina"

raph is straight up just the prince in the 1950's cinderella

hayden has a smoother tone! its hard for me to place what voice claim he would have because, well, every man in media from the 40s to 50s all sounds the same in tone and range! hayden is softer, gentle, and delicate. traits that were looked down on for men in the time period! more modern movies and shows that are set in the 40s-60s would fit what i imagine him to sound like!

and of course poppy is a valley girl! im pretty sure we dont need a name for her voice claim! because every valley girl sounds good for her!

[aryanaxeconsultancy]

The Most Iconic Diamond Jewelry Moments in History

The Most Iconic Diamond Jewelry Moments in History

Introduction

Diamonds have long been a symbol of luxury, power, and love, making them the centerpiece of some of the most iconic moments in history. From royal engagements to Hollywood red carpets, these sparkling gems have captured the imagination of people worldwide. In recent years, advances in technology have introduced new ways to create diamonds, such as Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD). If you’re wondering, “what is a CVD diamond ring?” and how it compares to the diamonds of history, we’ll explore both in this journey through the most unforgettable diamond jewelry moments.

What is a CVD Diamond Ring?

Before diving into history, let’s briefly explain what a CVD diamond ring is. A CVD diamond is a type of lab-grown diamond produced through a process known as Chemical Vapor Deposition. In this process, carbon-containing gases are broken down, and carbon atoms are deposited onto a substrate, forming a diamond. CVD diamonds are chemically identical to natural diamonds but are often more affordable and eco-friendly, making them a popular choice for modern consumers.

Now that you know what a CVD diamond ring is, let’s look at some iconic diamond jewelry moments from the past and how lab-grown diamonds could play a role in the future.

1. Queen Elizabeth II’s Engagement Ring

One of the most famous engagement rings in history belongs to Queen Elizabeth II. The ring, a 3-carat round diamond set in platinum with smaller diamonds on each side, was crafted from a tiara belonging to Prince Philip's mother. This diamond has become a symbol of timeless elegance, reflecting the legacy of the British monarchy.

Could a CVD diamond ring replicate this? Absolutely. CVD diamonds are optically and chemically identical to natural diamonds. Modern brides looking for an affordable yet regal option can easily opt for a similar design with a CVD diamond ring.

2. The Hope Diamond

The Hope Diamond is one of the most famous diamonds in the world, known for its deep blue color and fascinating history. Weighing 45.52 carats, it’s currently housed in the Smithsonian Museum. Its rare color and large size have made it a subject of intrigue for centuries.

What about a CVD version of the Hope Diamond? With advances in technology, it is possible to create colored CVD diamonds, including blue ones. While the original Hope Diamond is priceless, a similar look could be achieved with a custom-designed CVD diamond ring.

3. The Taylor-Burton Diamond

Elizabeth Taylor’s love affair with diamonds is well-documented, but the Taylor-Burton Diamond is perhaps the most iconic piece she owned. This 69.42-carat pear-shaped diamond, given to her by Richard Burton, became one of the most talked-about jewels of the 20th century.

Can a CVD diamond replicate this? While CVD diamonds are often smaller than such massive natural stones, technology is evolving. A CVD diamond ring in a pear shape can offer a similar dazzling effect, giving wearers the glamour of Elizabeth Taylor at a fraction of the price.

4. Princess Diana’s Engagement Ring

When Prince Charles proposed to Princess Diana in 1981, the world took note of her 12-carat oval sapphire surrounded by 14 diamonds. The ring has since become iconic, now worn by Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge.

Could a CVD diamond complement this style? Yes! While Princess Diana’s ring featured a sapphire, the surrounding diamonds could easily be recreated with CVD diamonds, making it a more sustainable and cost-effective option for modern brides.

5. Marilyn Monroe’s "Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend" Performance

Marilyn Monroe's iconic performance of “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” in the 1953 film Gentlemen Prefer Blondes cemented her place as a diamond icon. Draped in sparkling jewelry, she created a lasting image that continues to influence fashion and jewelry trends today.

CVD diamonds in Hollywood glamour? Absolutely. CVD diamond rings and jewelry can mimic the old Hollywood sparkle, allowing fans of classic glamour to enjoy diamond jewelry in a more accessible and sustainable way.

6. Meghan Markle’s Three-Stone Engagement Ring

When Prince Harry proposed to Meghan Markle, he presented her with a custom-designed three-stone diamond ring. The center stone is from Botswana, where the couple vacationed, and the side stones are from Princess Diana’s collection. The ring is both symbolic and deeply personal.

CVD diamonds in modern engagement rings? The three-stone design is timeless and can be beautifully replicated using CVD diamonds. In fact, a CVD diamond ring allows for the same sentimental and personalized designs that define today’s engagement jewelry.

Conclusion

Diamonds have been at the heart of some of the most memorable moments in history, symbolizing love, power, and glamour. Today, with the advent of CVD technology, diamonds are more accessible and sustainable than ever before. Whether you're inspired by the Hope Diamond or a modern celebrity engagement ring, a CVD diamond ring offers the beauty and brilliance of traditional diamonds with added benefits like affordability and ethical sourcing.

[crossover-enthusiast]

Urjejdjd yeah

Also wanna know something funny

So when I first made Nancy, I first made her because I got a surge of inspiration from the 1953 movie Gentlemen Prefer Blondes where the main characters are showgirls, but my inspiration was mainly from the actress who was acting as one of the main characters—Marilyn Monroe. And due to that, I basically imagined Nancy having Marilyn Monroes voice for a while—then I thought Jane Russel or Nancy Sinatras voice would be more fitting, or Lapis Lazuli from Steven Universe like you suggested once or Amethyst from Steven Universe.

Then I finally just settled on her sounding like a female version of Wally Franks from BATIM or a female version of Cuphead from the Cuphead Show. /lh

Ooooo, interesting! Learning about inspiration behind characters is always fun to me

[dorefasolsido]

3.

Grease

What clique were you in in high school? 

We didn’t really have cliques the way they do in American high school movies, but I can say with great certainty that I wasn’t among the popular kids. I was just that one quiet invisible kid people remember when tests come up.

Would you liked to have lived in the 50s?

No thanks. I don’t think women had a great time back then tbh

Did you go to prom? How was it?

Yes, because my mum was very adamant about me going even though I didn’t want to. It was literally just meh. Like, it was so meh that I can’t even remember what I was doing. I'd been nervous for months before it, and it turned out to be such a non-event in my life. It’s almost like it didn’t even happen tbh.

Moulin Rouge!

What is your favorite cover of a song?

Johnny Cash’s Hurt comes to mind.

Have you ever been to France?

Yes, on a short exchange for about a week.

Have you ever been in love with someone who was fatally ill?

Nope.

West Side Story

Are you Puerto Rican?

Nope.

Who is your favorite character from Romeo and Juliet?

I’m not really sure I remember, which is funny because I read Romeo and Juliet probably around three times for different classes. Just, when we talk about Shakespeare, some of his other tragedies left a much stronger impression on me.

Have you ever been to New York?

Nope.

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes

What’s your hair color?

Right now it’s very very dark blue that looks black for all intents and purposes. I was purple before that, and I’ll probably go back to that soon.

Do you own any diamonds?

Nah.

Have you ever been on a cruise? To where?

Only those short cruises around Greek islands for summer holidays. You hop on a boat in the morning and come back to your resort in the evening, so it’s not like a serious cruise.

Chicago

What is your favorite kind of liquor?

Not big on alcohol, but I usually go for cocktails (Mai Tai and Tequila Sunrise). Lately, we’ve got a Korean supermarket here, so I tried soju for the first time and omg, the flavoured ones are so delicious. Maybe my alcoholic arc is finally starting.

Have you ever been to jail or prison? For what?

Nope, never.

Have you ever been to Chicago?

Nope, never been to America.

My Fair Lady

Is grammar important to you?

Have you ever received or given a make-over?

I won’t correct strangers online, nor do I care that much if my grammar isn’t 100% when writing comments or whatnot, but it’s very important for my job. So, in some sense yes.

Not a full-blown movie make-over lol. I got my makeup done once or twice for some events. That’s as close as we can get to that.

Are you English?

Nope.

Mary Poppins

Have you ever been a nanny or hired one?

No, but funnily enough I was thinking of joining this programme where you get to travel and take care of strangers’ kids. I still love the idea, but I genuinely can’t imagine myself taking care of anyone.

What do you do to make cleaning more enjoyable?

Play music.

Do you know anyone who works at a bank?

Yes, my parents’ friend.

RENT

Do you know anyone who is HIV+?

Not that I am aware of.

Are you behind on your rent?

No rent.

What is your sexual orientation?

Asexual with demi/heteroromantic tendencies, maybe? Idk for sure

Hairspray

What is your favorite brand of hairspray?

Don’t use it.

Have you had any best friends or SOs who are a different race than you?

No, my country is very homogenous.

Have you ever been on TV?

I think I was once when I was in elementary school and I came first in some maths competition. I didn’t see the interview, but I know it was a mess because the interviewers got my grade and my name wrong lol

The Sound of Music

What are a few of your favorite things?

Chocolate, cats, BTS, travelling, books, learning different languages, sushi.

Are you Catholic?

Nope.

Are you German?

Nope.

Jesus Christ Superstar

Have you accepted Jesus as your Lord and Savior?

No, I was never religious.

Have you ever been to a desert?

No, would be cool, even though I really don’t like hot weather.

If you could ask Jesus for anything, what would it be?

I don’t think he works like a genie, right? But let’s say maybe just for a bit more confidence and a bit less of constant and obnoxious self-doubt.

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Are you engaged?

Nope.

Who did you lose your virginity to?

No one yet.

Do you know any trans* people?

Yup.

Little Shop of Horrors

What is your favorite kind of plant?

I love cacti and bamboos.

Do you like your dentist?

I don’t have a specific one, but sure, all the ones I’ve been to were cool

Have you ever donated blood?

I’ve tried so many times and there’s always something -- underweight, low iron levels, etc. I’ll get it one day tho.

Across the Universe

What is your favorite Beatles song?

Maybe Yesterday.

Who do you know that’s gone off to war?

Now? No one.

Have you ever been in a protest?

Yes, I go once in a while for various causes.

Mamma Mia!

What is your favorite ABBA song?

Umm, idk, maybe Dancing Queen.

Have you ever been to Greece?

Yup.

Do you know your biological father?

Yes.

Les Miserables

Are you French?

Nope.

Do you know anyone who has committed suicide?

I don’t think so.

What is the poorest you have ever been?

I’m really not sure. Thankfully, my family has never struggled financially.