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I try and read one book a week, and this week that book is Less Than Zero by Bret Easton Ellis. This is actually the third time I've read the book, as Bret Easton Ellis is my favorite author. I started to read it again because I have been contemplating what to do my thesis on in Graduate school (I just applied!) and knew that I would have to do something with Ellis and possibly even this novel. Even though the story is pretty tragic, I have always found myself wishing that I lived in California in the 80s without a care in the world like the characters in the book and movie. I think Blair is such a great female character, and I love that Jami Gertz played her in the film adaptation.. She had such excellent style and personality… and the fact that Ellis was a bit obsessed with her in real life makes the casting so much better!If I were recasting the movie to reflect today's actors and actresses, I know that I would start with Amber Heard. While Gertz was fabulous with her dark curls, I think Blair is meant to be more of a beach blonde. This pick is biased, of course, because Amber starred in The Informers, another film based upon one of Ellis' novels and now I cannot get her out of my head when thinking of any of his books. She has the ability to be vulnerable and high strung, which is exactly what the character of Blair needs. The guys were definitely more difficult, so I just chose two actors that are semi-popular at the moment (at least, in my opinion). Liam Hemsworth would be a great Clay because I think that he would be able to step back and let the other characters have the light when it was their turn. He also has that look about him that makes both men and women swoon, which is necessary. The part of Julian was easier to pinpoint. At first, I wanted to go with Aaron Paul, but I think he's just a bit too old for the part (then again, so was RDJ). But Sebastian Stan has the ability to be dark-yet-likeable and could make Julian the hero of the flick just like RDJ did once upon a time.…And now for the part you must have seen coming. I have not seen Less Than Zero in a while, so I don't remember all of Blair's outfits, but I do remember them involving lots of blazers, shoulder pads, as well as a couple more casual outfits. So I threw together one outfit suited for a party and another more suited for lounging with Clay. All of the items are under $50 and I might have to have some of them! How fabulous is that dress? And that Barbie band tee? Definitely a must have for summer! Click the photo for all the details.