Gentlemen Marry Brunettes

Bonnie and Connie Jones are rising stars on Broadway in New York as the second generation of the family act. They are constantly courted by men offering engagements that promise career boosts or personal gain. Connie resists these advances while Bonnie seems unable to say no, setting up early tensions between the sisters. The rift leads to moments of public embarrassment for Connie.

The sisters quarrel over Bonnie’s susceptibility to romantic offers, with Connie urging her to focus on their career. Bonnie defends her charm as part of their act, but the arguments threaten to derail their progress. The rift strains their relationship and worries their manager. They eventually reconcile, vowing to reframe their image.

A messenger arrives with an offer from David Action to perform tours in France, signaling a turning point in their career. The sisters accept the chance to expand their fame overseas and agree to work as a duo in European venues. The plan shifts from New York stages to international showcases. This sets the stage for their Paris arrival.

In Paris, the Jones sisters are welcomed by Charlie Biddle and David Action, who will later become their love interests. The new environment exposes them to a different lifestyle and the expectations of European audiences. The men notice the polished sophistication of the sisters compared to their mother's generation. The stage is set for romance and professional opportunity.

The sisters feel the contrast between their own modest means and their mother's glamorous reputation. They insist they don't have lavish lifestyles and reveal they saved three months to buy even a modest dress. Their humility is contrasted with the public perception of the Jones legacy. The Paris audience begins to see them as serious performers rather than party girls.

At a cocktail party, their only available dress is a cheetah print number that press demands not be worn in daylight. To maintain dignity, they remodel the outfits to suit the Paris press and stage, winning admiration for their style. The party is a triumph, boosting their visibility across Paris society. Their popularity paves the way for larger opportunities.

The sisters explore Paris with their escorts, splitting into two groups. Connie with Charlie and Bonnie with David share flirtations and moments of affection as they tour the city. The budding romances complicate their professional focus, while both couples sense powerful chemistry. The parallel development boosts their appeal in the city.

Casino owners invite them for glamorous nighttime shows, but the girls refuse to perform in vulgar attire. They devise a workaround, using hats with long feathers to cover themselves while preserving spectacle. Their performances draw crowds and increase their earnings and fame, eventually leading to a bigger stage in Monte Carlo. The tension between artistic integrity and showmanship is central.

Mitzi Jones clashes with her daughters over their choices and behavior, insisting they return home to New York. She believes they’ve become too exposed and wants to restore their family reputation. She physically drags them into a taxi bound for the voyage back, signaling a familial authority clash. The Monte Carlo affair is interrupted by the mother’s intervention.

David and Charlie realize they cannot bear life apart from the Jones sisters and chase the departing boat. They watch the sisters leave Monte Carlo and race toward the voyage back to New York. Their determination sets up the dramatic chase that ends the film with reunion. The pursuit marks a turning point in both romance and career.

Back on solid ground, Charlie proposes to Connie, offering a future built on partnership and shared dreams. David pleads for forgiveness from Bonnie, who gradually accepts his commitment. The lovers’ confessions reaffirm their bonds and set the stage for a new life together. The emotional momentum underscores the sisters’ commitment to their chosen relationships.

The film closes with two engaged couples boarding a boat bound for New York. Their renewed love and professional confidence suggest a fresh start for the Jones sisters. The journey symbolizes the fusion of romantic happiness with professional ambition. The curtain falls as they head toward a hopeful future.