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After over four decades of movie making \u2013 and having fans swoon of nearly all the interiors \u2013 we have hit the Nancy Meyers Style moment in the zeitgeist. #NancyMyersCore is all the rage at the moment. And after spending nearly two decades covering her movies set designs \u2013 I am here to jump on that bandwagon. Heck \u2013 after that long I should be leading the band!<\/p>\n

At some point in the distant past, I had done blog posts on several of her movies but then lost a bunch of photos. So I\u2019ve really only been keeping my Something\u2019s Gotta Give<\/a> and The Holiday<\/a> posts updated. But there is so much more to her oeuvre. Nancy started movie making as a writer along with her then husband Charles Shyer. They wrote Private Benjamin<\/a> starring Goldie Hawn which came out in 1980. They co-wrote and he directed their next project Irreconcilable Differences<\/a> in 1984 starring Shelly Long, Ryan O\u2019Neal and Drew Barrymore \u2013 not a bit box office hit.<\/p>\n

Nancy Meyers Style \u2013 Baby Boom (1987)<\/h3>\n

Production Design by Jeffrey Howard \/\u00a0Set Decoration by Lisa Fischer<\/p>\n

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In 1987 Meyers and Shyer wrote (and he directed)\u00a0Baby Boom<\/a> starring Diane Keaton, in her first of three Meyers projects, playing a high powered single woman executive who \u201cinherits\u201d a baby from a distant relative \u2013 chaos and misogyny ensue when her boss can\u2019t understand the whole baby-care thing. I can\u2019t find good photos of the set design other than this one above \u2013 but her NYC apartment is all coldish chrome and Barcelona chairs. She then quits her job and moves to a cozy fixer upper (aka disaster) of a farmhouse in Vermont with the baby. I do recall this farmhouse setting made a sweet decorative impression. So did Sam Shepard as the love interest \u2013 but I digress.<\/p>\n

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Nancy Meyers Style: Father of the Bride \u2013 Pt 1. 1991 and Pt. 2 1995<\/h3>\n

Written by Meyers and Shyer | Directed by Shyer<\/p>\n

Part 1: Production Design by Sandy Veneziano \/\u00a0Set Decoration by Cynthia McCormac<\/p>\n

Part 2: Production Design by Linda DeScenna \/\u00a0Set Decoration by Ric McElvin<\/p>\n

Father of the Bride Pts 1 and 2 definitely caught decor fans attention \u2013 both the cozy and inviting interiors as well as a sweet exterior which is a popular tourist attraction. This is really the first of the inspiring Nancy Myers style interiors and I would say that along with Home Alone<\/a> (funny \u2013 little Culkin boys in both movies!) \u2013 one of the first really inspiring movies for aspirational and yet livable set decors.<\/p>\n

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Nancy Meyers Style \u2013 The Parent Trap \u2013 1998<\/h3>\n

Written by Meyers and Shyer and David Swift | Directed by Nancy Meyers in her directorial debut<\/p>\n

Production Design by Dean Tavoularis \/\u00a0Set Decoration by Gary Fettis<\/p>\n

It\u2019s hard to find good photos of this movie \u2013 once upon a time I went through the movie and did screen grabs which I lost. So this is a taste of the two homes featured \u2013 the London Town house and Napa Valley Vineyard home. Both are elegant and warm in what was becoming the Nancy Meyers style. I always loved how the sets had lots of warm apricot colors which went so well with Lindsey Lohan\u2019s hair.<\/p>\n

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Nancy Meyers Style \u2013 What Women Want \u2013 2000<\/h3>\n

Directed by Nancy Meyers<\/p>\n

Production Design by Jon Hutman and\u00a0Set Decoration by Rosemary Brandenburg<\/p>\n

It\u2019s hard to find good photos of this movie starring Mel Gibson and Helen Hunt (my distant cousin!). This is the first of Meyers movies with Jon Hutman as production designer (he would follow with the blockbusters Something\u2019s Gotta Give, The Holiday and It\u2019s Complicated) and we can see some classic elements such as the use of fabulous artwork in the interiors.<\/p>\n

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Nancy Meyer\u2019s Style: Something\u2019s Gotta Give \u2013 2003<\/h3>\n

Written and Directed by Nancy Meyers (post divorce from Charles Shyer)<\/p>\n

Production Design by Jon Hutman \/ Set Decoration by Beth Rubino<\/p>\n

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I first saw this movie a couple of years after it was released on a plane returning from France. I recall thinking \u2013 cute movie \u2013 but those interiors are amazing! I have to blog<\/a> about them! And thus began my fascination with movie interiors.<\/p>\n

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Nancy Meyers Style: The Holiday \u2013 England and LA \u2013 2006<\/h3>\n

Written and Directed by Nancy Meyers<\/p>\n

Production Design by Jon Hutman \/\u00a0Set Decoration by Cindy Carr, Cynthia McCormac,\u00a0David Smith,\u00a0Al Hobbs<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s Complicated \u2013 2009<\/h3>\n

Written and Directed by Nancy Meyers<\/p>\n

Production Design by Jon Hutman \/ Set Decoration by Beth Rubino<\/p>\n

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These dining chairs are for sale on 1st Dibs \u2013 check them out below!<\/p>\n

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Nancy Meyers Style \u2013 Home Again (2017)<\/h3>\n

Written and Directed by Hallie Meyers-Shyer | Produced by Nancy Meyers<\/p>\n

Production Design by Ellen Brill \/\u00a0Set Decoration by Nicole Cates<\/p>\n

Moving to the next generation we see many of the same Meyers design style influences in Home Again<\/a> starring Reese Witherspoon. Cozy neutral furnishings, interesting art, etc.<\/p>\n

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Nancy Meyers Style \u2013 The Intern \u2013 2015<\/h3>\n

Written and Directed by Nancy Meyers<\/p>\n

Production Design by Kristi Zea \/\u00a0Set Decoration by Susan Bode<\/p>\n

This movie starring Anne Hathaway and Robert DeNiro is mostly set in the office and in car rides. The townhouse is ok. The kitchen is nice and definitely within the style we\u2019ve come to associate with Nancy Meyers style movies \u2013 statement lighting, livable clutter, classic architectural features. \u00a0The floors are spectacular. I don\u2019t think this hit the zeitgeist like her other movies have.<\/p>\n

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In 2000 \u2013 the Father of the Bride teamed up for a super cute\u00a0\u201cPart 3-ish\u201d short film<\/a> to entertain us during Covid and raise money for World Central Kitchen.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m not sure what\u2019s next for Nancy Meyers \u2013 I do know fans are clamoring for another Nancy Meyers style project.<\/p>\n

Top 9 Hallmarks of Nancy Meyers style:<\/h3>\n
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  1. Gorgeous Kitchens<\/strong>: Meyers is known for featuring stunning, well-equipped kitchens that often serve as a focal point of social interaction and character development.<\/li>\n
  2. Comfortable Living Spaces<\/strong>: Her sets prioritize comfort with plush sofas, cozy throws, and inviting spaces that feel both luxurious and lived-in.<\/li>\n
  3. Neutral Color Schemes<\/strong>: Meyers typically favors neutral palettes, using shades like whites, creams, and soft grays to create a timeless and soothing atmosphere.<\/li>\n
  4. Natural Light<\/strong>: Light-filled interiors are a trademark, with large windows and airy spaces that emphasize natural sunlight and openness.<\/li>\n
  5. Classic and Timeless Design<\/strong>: She often incorporates classic architectural elements and furniture pieces that give her sets a timeless appeal.<\/li>\n
  6. Attention to Detail<\/strong>: Every item in Meyers\u2019 sets feels carefully curated, from artwork on the walls to decorative accents and statement lighting that reflect the characters\u2019 personalities.<\/li>\n
  7. Blend of Old and New<\/strong>: Meyers mixes vintage finds with contemporary pieces, creating an eclectic yet harmonious d\u00e9cor that feels authentic and stylish.<\/li>\n
  8. Emphasis on Homey Atmosphere<\/strong>: Her sets are designed to feel like real homes, with personal touches, family photographs, and items that reflect the characters\u2019 lifestyles.<\/li>\n
  9. Aspirational Yet Accessible<\/strong>: While her interiors are aspirational in their beauty and design, they also feel accessible and relatable, inviting viewers to imagine themselves in these spaces.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

    You might also enjoy: Decorating the Home Alone House<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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