A La La Land-themed birthday card for my sister, timed perfectly to her birthday screening of the film at an outdoor park in L.A.
For my sister Kelly's 27th birthday, she was heading up to LA to see La La Land In Concert, since the movie La La Land is one of her favorites. This was a perfect setup for a card that felt personal and tied to something she was doing for her birthday.
Another day of Sun, another year of Kelly. A twist on the film's opening number, written just for her.
The front of the card features the iconic couple from La La Land (Mia & Sebastian), up against the deep blue night sky with the city below. The card pulls directly from the film's visual language: the starlit sky, the city lights, the dreamy atmosphere that makes the movie so recognizable. The phrase on the front puts a personal spin on one of the film's most recognizable songs, making it feel like it was written just for her birthday.
The envelope says "La La Love you, Kelly! Happy Birthday!" on a warm yellow background, a nod to the film's iconic yellow dress. The back features the same night sky with a full moon and the Griffith Observatory, keeping the La La Land world consistent through the card.
