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It’s snuggle time. And what goes great with a couch and a loved one? A list of binge-watch worthy holiday classics. I humbly submit the final installment of Thomas Dean team’s all-time faves, THE FILM: Miracle on 34th Street THE ERA: Late 1940s THE CLOTHES: Lady hats, shoulder pads, and lots of nice wool suitings, wide lapels, dress shirts, ties, and one Santa outfit. WHY IT’S GREAT: The twinkle in the eye of Kris Kringle alone should be enough to convert even the most cynical of heart. THE FILM: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation THE ERA: Late 1980s THE CLOTHES: Shawl-lapelled...
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It’s snuggle time. And what goes great with a couch and a loved one? A list of binge-watch worthy holiday classics. I humbly submit the Thomas Dean team’s all-time faves, Volume 2. Check back later for more picks. THE FILM: Elf THE ERA: Early 2000s THE CLOTHES: Peter Dinklage in contrasting collar & cuffs plus shawl-lapel vest, Will Ferrell slaying a pair of curly-toed slip-ons. WHY IT’S GREAT: It’s a good-natured family flick that’s charming, funny and features Zooey Deschanel & Will Ferrell totally nailing “Baby It’s Cold Outside.” THE FILM: Four Christmases THE ERA: Whatever we’re calling the last...
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And what goes great with a couch and a loved one? A list of binge-watch worthy holiday classics. I humbly submit the Thomas Dean team’s all-time faves, Volume 1. Check back after the 15th for more picks. THE FILM: Eight Crazy Nights THE ERA: Early 2000s THE CLOTHES: Referee’s uniforms, winter coats, judge’s robe. WHY IT’S GREAT: It is the rare holiday musical whose lyrics include, “ass” and “porta-potty.” THE FILM: A Christmas Carol THE ERA: The 19th century filmed in the 1950s THE CLOTHES: Top hats, overcoats, and very serious nightclothes. WHY IT’S GREAT: Tiny Tim’s big line:...