Hi! Welcome back to the blog! Hope you're all well. As the cold weather drags on, there's nothing I love more than cozying up with a comforting, feel-good romantic comedy. During the long winter months, upbeat rom coms never fail to warm my heart and give me alll the fuzzy vibes. They make me laugh and temporarily escape from any winter blues with their heartwarming stories. So, for this week's post, I'm sharing my go-to rom com selections that I can watch over and over whenever I need an emotional boost. From classics like The Proposal to Just Like Heaven, these movies feature uplifting themes of friendship, personal growth, and self-discovery.
So grab your warmest blanket, make some hot cocoa, and get ready to fall in love with my favorite romantic comedies for wintertime happiness.
1) The Intern
The Intern is such a feel-good, heartwarming movie. Robert De Niro plays Ben, a 70-year-old man who becomes a senior intern at an online fashion company run by Anne Hathaway’s character. Watching the friendship develop between Ben and Jules is endearing, as his old-school wisdom and kindness positively impact the company and her profoundly. With its charming plot about rediscovering passion in the later stages of life, workplace camaraderie, and cross-generational friendships, The Intern delivers a sweet, thoughtful message that stays with you long after the credits roll. Whenever I need an uplifting pick-me-up movie, The Intern always comforts me.
2) The Devil Wears Prada
Being a fashion obsessed girlie myself, The Devil Wears Prada always feels like a warm cinematic hug. Following Andy's journey from overwhelmed assistant to confident career woman is so satisfying, thanks to Anne Hathaway's endearing performance and hilarious hijinks with Emily Blunt. The iconic outfits and over-the-top attitude from Meryl Streep's Miranda inspire me to embrace taking more risks with my personal style. Although the workplace is high-pressure, seeing the Runway team rally together during crises shows how supportive female colleagues can bring out the best in each other. Whenever I need a pick-me-up about surviving a stressful job with grace and success, The Devil Wears Prada gives me all the feel-good vibes I need.
3) The Proposal
The Proposal always manages to warm my heart and make me smile from beginning to end. Watching the uptight boss Margaret (Sandra Bullock) be forced to pretend she’s engaged to her assistant Andrew (Ryan Reynolds) in order to avoid deportation is hilarious. Betty White's character brings so much over-the-top comedy and small town charm too. I just love the awkward “fake couple” dynamic that soon blossoms into real feelings against the cozy, picturesque Alaska backdrop. With its enemies-to-lovers story, witty banter between Sandra and Ryan, and the ultimate romantic ending, The Proposal always leaves me with the coziest, feel-good vibes.
4) Father of the Bride
The 1991 remake of Father of the Bride quickly wins me over every time with its warmth, family bonds, and relatable humor. Seeing Andy Garcia tackle planning his daughter's elaborate wedding with compassion and dad jokes makes me laugh and cry happy tears. With Gloria Estefan's hilarious character, the sweet parent-child moments, and, ultimately, a heartfelt celebration of marriage, Father of the Bride fills me with fuzzy comfort and nostalgia. Whenever I need a pick-me-up that makes me smile as wide as Sofia does when she walks down the aisle, this feel-good classic always delivers.
5) Just Like Heaven
Just Like Heaven blends fantasy and romance perfectly to create a uniquely comforting, feel-good story. Watching the connection unfold between grieving widower Mark (Mark Ruffalo) and the ghost of quirky Elizabeth (Reese Witherspoon) is heartwarming. The movie captures the perfect balance of humor and emotional depth as their new supernatural relationship helps them both find joy and healing. With a whimsical twist on the romantic comedy filled with delightful optimism despite loss, Just Like Heaven always transports me to a world where feel-good magic can happen. When I need to remember that powerful love can brighten even our darkest days, this imaginative, uplifting movie comforts me.
Xo,
Esha
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