The Art of the Movie Makeover

With the New Year only a few days away, many of us are thinking about what our resolutions will be for 2010.  Paying off your student loan debt, getting toned Michelle Obama arms, learning how to make homemade fruit preserves, getting organized, or finally finishing that knitting project you started 4 years ago?  But maybe all you really need to start the new year off right is a simple makeover!  This is something that Little Sister and I both agree on.  Sometimes a new pair of boots, a haircut, or a colorful T is all it takes to change your whole attitude.  To get you inspired we've compiled a list of our favorite makeovers captured on film...

Calamity Jane  A good ol' tomboy turns girly and gets the guy story. The transformation scene also includes a home makeover set to song that is quite enjoyable.

Clueless  Rotating closet? Say no more.  A classic and the role of a lifetime for the late Brittany Murphy.

Cinderella  This old and wise tale could be the first ever makeover recorded in history.

My Fair Lady  The ultimate makeover title.  Whereas most movie makeovers are shown in a montage or a single scene, this entire film is dedicated to the Eliza Doolittle' metamorphosis.  It is after all, a process, not an event.

Pretty Woman  Yes!!

Roman Holiday   Because sometimes getting bangs is just enough to change your life.

Sabrina  Once again Audrey Hepburn stuns us all.  A year in Paris will always do the trick.

(see also: An American in Paris, Gigi, Amélie, and Ratatouille).

Seven Brides for Seven Brothers  Our one manly makeover on the list.  It's amazing what a clean shave, dancing lessons, and a jewel-toned button-down can do for a lowly back woodsman.

Strictly Ballroom  Don't be scared!  Just remove the thick lenses, get a hair straightener, apply some mascara, et voilà!  The vision of a lady.  It also helps to know the rumba.   

A special mention to makeover television programming:
What Not to Wear
And anything that Trinny and Susannah have ever done

What are your favorite makeover flicks?