We're making a movie about relationships. :)

"After the Wedding" is a film about a husband "Diego" and his wife "Mariana" who are newlyweds living in New York...

But when "Diego" heads down to Miami to work on his novel before his wife meets him for a wedding...

He meets a sexy bartender by the pool named "Vanessa."

Then "Diego" and "Vanessa" become emotionally entangled...

When "Mariana" comes to meet him in Miami, she suspects something. And "Diego" and his wife are left to examine the true state of their young marriage.

                 
                      

Here is a teaser to get you in the mood. :)

Here's the kicker. We haven't shot the film yet! We're actually raising funds right now so we can get this small but great film made. And we have only 10 hours to go to make it a reality.

We feel that there is something for everyone and we can't wait to shoot it + share it with you on the big screen!

If you want to make a donation, it's a minimum dollar to pledge! BUT, you might want to pledge more since we have some pretty awesome incentives, like L*Space bikinis and dresses by Pavon, to name a few.

If you've always wanted to support independent cinema or are just a lover of film, now is your time to take part in some magic moviemaking!

To pledge, visit: http://kck.st/Kxevob

UPDATE: We reached our goal!!!!!!! But we'd love to keep the pledges coming in, because the more we raise, the better film we can make!

THANK YOU!!!!!

xoxo,
The Cifuentes Sisters

La Dualité by Adolphus Amissah

Nothing says the first day of summer like frolicking about in the fields and sunshine. Directed by my friend, Adolphus Amissah, we love this perfectly moody video, which combines our love of Fever Ray and Florida skies. Also, we love this unique beauty, Chelsea Wichmann. Adding this vid to our inspiration folder! We love it when our friends make beautiful things. 

It's the first day of summer!

It's official. Summer is here! How are you celebrating? 

Head Scarf: Yay or Nay?

I have been eyeing some head scarfs lately. I could really use a few options this summer, especially for those windy beach days when my hair just loves to spaz out. Here's one I found on TopShop if you're feeling edgy and another option found on J. Crew. But remember, you can easily find great + affordable options at any vintage store. :)

How about you guys? Would you sport a head scarf? 

Music Video We Love: Sigur Rós "Fjögur píanó"

    
Our friend and fellow filmmaker Danny Abel just posted this video and we had to share it with you.

The video, directed by Alma Har'el, is such a beautiful + artistic interpretation of the song by Icelandic group Sigur Rós. And in case you're wondering, yes, that is actor Shia Labeouf (as in the guy from Transformers.) We don't typically watch anything he is in, but this video really does showcase his talent and daringness as an actor. Love everything about this - the dance, their performance, the costumes...so creative. 


Disclaimer: NSFW. Some nudity. 

Allison and Anthony Get Married!

A few weeks ago, my friend and co-worker, Allison got married at The Queens County Farm to a wonderful gent, Anthony. I am just seeing her photos now and am in absolute love with each and every one of them. The bride and groom looked stunning and I love all the fun shots of the guests and kids. Allison and Anthony are not only a great looking couple, but they're also awesome DJs and host a weekly show on BBox Radio. Tune in tonight to hear "My Favorite Mixtape." 

Photos by Sarina Cass of Red Anchor Photo. More pics and vendor info below.

Have a dreamy weekend!

Woot, woot! Friday is officially here. The weather is climbing way up here in NYC and I'm ready to take a trip down to Far Rockaway and eat some fish tacos. :) Tonight, we might eat a juicy steak at St. Anselm (it was on the brain, as you can see) and tomorrow, I have a baby shower, which I'm so excited to go to. And Sunday will probably be a beach day!

How about you guys? What are your fun plans for the weekend? 

Link time!

We're making a movie. Want to support indie cinema? :)

The first woman to run the Boston marathon. What an amazing story! 

Just found this photo of Michael Jackson. Love.

The secrets to grilling steak. Gotta try this! 

Adorable + breezy summer dress. You could wear this everywhere.


Check out this awesome pink lake! Yes. Pink! 


Our friend and fellow lady director, Kristina Carucci just made this adorable video! 


Gorgeous bun! Want to try it. 


I started watching the documentary "El Bulli: Cooking in Progess" on Netflix. So far, it's awesome. 


A map of the U.S made out of frying pans. So cool!


PS - Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there! And to our Dad, we love you! 


Have a dreamy weekend, all!

(photo via Jalanie Shop.)

The best ice cream topping ever.

Last night we indulged in some ice cream...you'll never guess what I added to it...

Any book recommendations?

I saw this Pin and it made me want to buy a good book! I've been on a biography kick. But now, I'm ready to read a good all-engrossing fiction book. Any suggestions?

Wednesday Giggles

This really made me laugh. Who's a little guilty? :)

Coolest Food Truck EVER: Del Popolo Pizza

I just got the new issue of Food & Wine, which I was reading on the train today, and came across this rad mobile pizzeria! I had to share it! 

Del Popolo is in San Francisco (2nd fave city aside from NY :) and is housed in a twenty-foot transatlantic shipping container that's been re-purposed and modified into a kitchen. A wall of glass doors exposes the interior, including the traditional Italian-made wood-fired oven. How cool is that? To our SF readers, hope you add it to your restaurant list! :)

(photos via Del Popolo)

Summer Must-Have: Round Sunglasses

After seeing this in the NYTimes, I want a pair of round sunglasses! It's a nice departure from the Ray-Ban Wayfarer which I usually sport on sunny days. Something about the round shape feels very classic + vintage. Very Katharine Hepburn. 

Here's a pricey option, and here's a less pricey option. And another for good measure:) 

Would you wear round?

(photos via NYTimes)

Rooftop Grilling

Polish sausage on the grill. Yum. 

Cozy lights dress up our rooftop

Charlie queues up a movie on Netflix. We watched Trainspotting.

I man the grill for a bit. But only for a bit!

Grilled onions over mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette. Crazy tasty. 

Sausage and toasty French bread bought at the Farmers Market

Almost could see the sun go down, but this was still pretty awesome. :)

Graham Avenue starts to quiet down at dusk...

Now that summer is practically in full swing, Charlie and I have been on a grilling frenzy! It's so fun getting inventive with recipes -- we're always amazed at how much flavor comes out of grilling vs. stove top cooking. But the Polish sausage that Charlie buys in Greenpoint is hands down the best grilled meal yet. Another fave is grilling packets, which I've posted about before. Now that's a crowd pleaser! And recently, we've been watching movies on the ipad up on the roof too (frequently accompanied by a bottle of red wine. :) All in all, it's been a great way to kickoff the summer.

How about you guys? Any grilling faves?

(photos are my own.)

"After the Wedding" Summer Mixtape

After the Wedding Summer Mix from PinkForestFilms on 8tracks.

Inspired by our upcoming indie film, "After the Wedding,"we've put together a fun little compilation to get you ready for summer. So get the grill going and turn it up! Hope you enjoy! xo

Boyfriend Shirt

            
Another item on my must-have list is a good "boyfriend shirt," which I think are so timeless + sexy! Don't you think? Steven Alan has a great collection of them, too. :)

Beauty Tip: The Hair Flip

Growing up, my mom taught me that if I flipped my hair forward and started brushing from the root outwards, my hair would become shinier. It has something to do with the natural oils in your hair and penetrating your roots so they become healthier. I have to admit, I still do this age-old beauty trick and I think it actually works for me! It may sound a little Marcia Brady, but sometimes the simplest beauty tricks are the best. 

How about you guys? Any beauty tricks your mom has passed down that you still use? 

Inventive Tea Time!

I just saw this on Black Eiffel referred by a new Twitter friend, and thought it was so amazing! What a cool way to have tea, don't you think?

Speaking of Twitter, we're tweeting from our DOPT account again. You can find us @ThreeCifuentes!

(photo via Professor Sylvain Allard of UQAM)

White Jeans: Yay or Nay?

How do you guys feel about white jeans? I'm itching to get a pair for the summer! Found these cute ones on J. Crew. Any wardrobe must-haves for summer you're looking to snag?

(photo via this Tumblr)

Karen O Plays "Duet"

      
We have posted of our love of Karen O before, but this song...really just puts our hearts over the edge! Perfect for the rainy day here in NY. :)

Video find via Pitchfork.

Do you plant?

Large Cube Terrarium

Ikea Skurar Hanging Planter

Etsy Diamond Hanging Planter

So I brought these guys home last week from the farmers market in Union Square (first photo.) I'm so excited to repot and turn them into lush herbs for all types of meals! I bought Italian basil, Thai basil, oregano and rosemary, to start. Now, the question is: what to repot them in? My new friends will be going on our rooftop so I'll have an abundance of space, but I do love the diamond hanging planters I found on Etsy. 

How about you guys? Do you plant? Recommendations welcome!

Have a Dreamy Weekend!

Hello, lovelies! Did this week feel really long to everyone, despite the holiday on Monday, or is it just me? I'm glad it's finally the weekend! Although I'll be working a bit, I'm really looking forward to finding the time to bike to the park and catch up on some reading. A friend recently introduced me to this author, Etgar Karet, after we saw his movie Jellyfish. I loved the film, and am now reading The Girl on the Fridge, a collection of funny and quirky short stories. Perfect for reading under the sun! I so wish I could be this girl in the photo above.

What are your plans?

And now some fun links for your weekend!

Maria Cornejo + Mark Borthwick

Fan submitted artwork for Moonrise Kingdom (we can't wait to see this! Have you seen it yet?)

Looking for a good bronzer? Might have to try this one.

How to catch and cook a lobster this summer. Yum!

Hey, New Yorkers! Want to do some summer learning this summer? 3rd Ward has a really good deal right now for summer classes! I just enrolled in the Intro to the History of Modern Furniture. Should be pretty awesome.

Remember our Kickstarter campaign that we ran last month? Well, we're back at it again and offering the same cool rewards, including L*Space bikinis, and a limited edition Max Wanger print. Get 'em while you can!

Enjoy your weekend! ♥

DOPT Recommends: Tracy Anderson Method!

 Ok, guys! Summer is literally around the corner! If you're anything like me, you've been on a slow road to getting into shape. I have gradually stepped up the cardio with running, but now, I'm calling for backup. I recently started doing the Tracy Anderson Method DVD's post-run -- and it will rock your bod! For those who don't know, TA is a celebrity trainer who works with ladies like Gwyneth Paltrow almost religiously, and many other fit celebs. And we've all seen Gwynny's killer legs! So this AM, Lisa and I decided to team up and do the workout together, which made it way more fun! It was challenging and exhilarating because she doesn't focus on continuous reps, but instead, makes it unpredictable so you never lose interest or get bored, which can make you plateau. And once you get familiar with the workout, you can make your own playlist which is what I do. Whatever gets you moving!

Tomorrow, Lisa and I are going to try Zumba! I will give you a personal review on that too. And be sure to check out both these vids -- it will get you motivated. :)

Coconut Shaved Ice with Strawberry + Basil Syrup

      
 I just came across this delicious looking drink recipe on Claire Thomas' blog, The Kitchy Kitchen. I cannot wait to make this for a summer BBQ! And if you want to alter the recipe for grownups, you can add a little pop with a smidge of vodka.

So refreshing!

Eyeing these White Bensimons!

I have a pair of tan Bensimons I bought in Paris last year, which are amazingly comfortable. So much so, I wear them all the time. And living in NY, your shoes tend to get a good workout. So I'm due for a new pair and have been eyeing these white ones! I can definitely see them going with a beach outfit and summer tan. 

What's your go-to summer shoe?

Have a dreamy weekend!

When my sisters and I first embarked on this "After the Wedding" Kickstarter journey, we had no idea how many highs and lows we would experience. But we watched others campaign their projects with successful outcomes, so we felt the groundwork was already being laid down for us and we had to take advantage of it.

We kicked off our campaign…and our hearts started to pound. We watched our emails intently, wondering if we what we were doing would work. We each took turns talking the other one out of a hysterical "What if we don't make it?" fit to which the other would reply "We're going to make it. Now snap out of it!" I'll admit, there were times when I felt uncomfortable asking people to support "my passion," when I have done little to support theirs. And then there's the money thing -- asking people for it, which in our household growing up was a "no no." But then, something amazing happened… the support started to trickle in and at that point, there was no looking back since people were now rooting for us.

We have been overwhelmed with friends + family, and even people whom we've never met, who feel the same passion as we do to make this little indie become a reality. In a lot of ways, this has become something bigger than us. Its taken on so many dimensions and now a large part of what we're doing is trying to show others that anything is possible. All you need is pure imagination. :) If you don't act on a dream, then you'll never know what you're capable of doing. And ultimately, our goal is not just to make "After the Wedding" but to open the doors for other independent filmmakers and all types of businesses, to feel they are not at the mercy of big studios and financial institutions to make their ambitions come true.

We're biting our nails as we have only 8 hours to go before our Kickstarter campaign is over and still have a hefty amount to raise. Some people would probably think we would have given up by now. But I can assure you, we have every ounce of optimism streaming from our fingertips as we send out our final requests for support. The truth is, it doesn't take much to support this project at all -- it's a minimum of a $1 to pledge. And if you're anything like me, I've wasted way more on meaningless things that don't have the longevity of an investment like this one.

 As we band together in these last hours of our campaign, we'd love to know more about you! What are your ambitions? Would you ever do a Kickstarter? Even if they're small in comparison, if it means something to you, then you deserve all the support people can offer. This is what we believe is building a strong community!

 Have a dreamy weekend! ♥

Go Get It Events

A romantic proposal...

Jenifour's Go Get It team...

Sweet proposal...

 Our campaign is coming to a close, and we need you, dear readers, to get in our corner. :) As some of you may know, we're making a movie! It's called "After the Wedding" and it's a super sexy dramedy about a guy named Diego, who's a newlywed, and goes down to Miami to work on his novel. But when he get's there, he meets a sexy bartender named "Vanessa." Their relationship enters into all sorts of grey areas, and Diego and his wife "Mariana" are left to examine the true state of their young marriage. Oh, and there will be cool music, just watch the trailer to see what it could look like if we reach our goal. :)

As part of our ongoing series of inspiration from "After the Wedding," we're thrilled to share our dear friend Jenifour Jones super cool company, Go Get It Events, which is part of our pledge packages on Kickstarter.

Go Get It Events does everything from elaborate wedding proposals, both big and small, to all types of fun ways to celebrate special life events, including personalized songs written for your loved ones. :)

We sat down (and by sat down we mean emailed) with Jenifour and got the scoop on Go Get It Events! Along with some charming photos from her planned marriage proposals. So sweet!

Miriam & Otto Cifuentes: Our Secrets to a Happy Marriage

For our FINAL interview as part of our "Secrets to a Happy Marriage" series, we are THRILLED to share with you our parents' secrets. They've been married 37 years, and still act like teenagers in love!

Watch this video to hear about their love recipe.

We'd also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved in this series, and who shared their beautiful story with us: Katie & Owen, Brooke & Forrest, Carlos & Chiara, Rachel & Darren, Clo & Emerson, and finally... Miriam & Otto, our parents.

And if you've enjoyed our campaign for our feature film, "After the Wedding," then please consider making a pledge this week. We only have a few days left, and it's all or nothing! Also, it's not about the amount. It's about showing support of other female artists. We really are in this together! And in exchange for your support we've got some really wonderful rewards. Thank you so much, lovely readers! You may learn more at: www.aftertheweddingkickstarter.com

Clo & Emerson: "Our Secrets to a Happy Marriage"

As our series continues, I'm excited to share my boyfriend Charlie's grandparents, Clo and Emerson!  I first met them on a trip to Cape Cod for Clo's birthday. They were so inviting and warm. I immediately felt comfortable in their presence. They are what every married couple aspires to be. :) And on June 16th, they will be celebrating their 61st wedding anniversary! Wow! So without further ado, here are their "secrets to a happy marriage."

And for those who don't know, this series was inspired by our film "After the Wedding," which is currently on the crowd funding site Kickstarter. We only have 8 days to go in order to reach our goal and we're lucky enough to have a donor who will be matching us through Sunday! Which means if you donate a $1, we get $2!

Rachel + Darren: "Our Secrets to a Happy Marriage"

As we continue to fundraise for our film, After the Wedding, we're very excited to feature our fourth couple today as part of our 'Secrets to a Happy Marriage" series. We met Rachel and Darren several years ago and they are, by far, one of the most fun couples we know. Read on to hear what they have to say about happy relationships. 

Calling all Bloggers on Twitter!

Hi friends! We're on the last two weeks of our campaign for our film "After the Wedding," and could really use your help.

For those on Twitter, could you help us get #ATWFilm trending this week? Visit this post for full details. You may also follow us at: www.twitter.com/pinkforestfilms

We would be extremely grateful of your support! Thank you so much!

Our "After the Wedding" Film Trailer!

       
Words cannot express how excited we are to share our trailer for our film, "After the Wedding." Maybe ecstatic hand gestures would suffice, but you'll have to trust us!

But remember, this is just our trailer. In order for us to make "After the Wedding" a reality, we need to reach our fundraising goal on Kickstarter - only 15 days to go...will you help get us there?

And for our fellow bloggers who want to re-share our trailer and film, feel free to embed to your blog and share our Love Badge!

xoxo,
The Cifuentes Sisters

Lady Directors

Director Sofia Coppola, fave films: Lost in Translation, Somewhere, The Virgin Suicides 

Gia Coppola (Sofia's niece who is almost identical!), making her claim to fame in fashion and music...          

                  

Director Kathryn Bigelow, fave films: The Hurtlocker, Point Break

               Director Zoe Cassavetes, (daughter of John Cassavetes), fave film: Broken English 

Director Floria Sigismondi. One of the best music video directors of all time...

Director Julie Delpy, fave film: 2 Days in Paris, 2 Days in New York

 

       And of course, Lena Dunham, faves: Tiny Furniture (Netflix asap!), and her HBO series, Girls. 

As we're in the midst of raising funds for our film "After the Wedding," which Claudia will be directing this summer in Miami Beach, I've become way more aware than usual of female directors in the film industry. I already have a few favorites (including my big sis, of course:) so I wanted to share some love for the lady directors who inspire us!

Do you have any fave female directors? Would love to know!

Carlos & Chiara: "Our Secrets to a Happy Marriage"

We're so excited to feature our third couple, Carlos and Chiara, for our special marriage series, "Secrets to a Happy Marriage!" This series is in honor of our film After the Wedding, a dramedy about the first year of marriage. If you haven't already, please check out our Kickstarter campaign and show your support. If you like these posts, we think you'll enjoy our film.

And now without further ado, Carlos and Chiara's incredibly sweet story! It'll make you bubbly inside. :)

Sexy Swimwear for a Dreamy Summer

As one of our incentive packages for our film, we are offering swimwear from L*Space. 

I just love how feminine the cuts of the bathing suits are. Enough coverage, but still has that edge of beachy sexiness. It reminds me of swimwear Sophia Loren might have worn in her twenties! I covet this one pictured. It'd go perfectly with some messy beach tresses. :)

And don't forget, if you make a pledge to our film, you can support a great film and look hot at the same time. :)

(photos via L*Space)