have stars in eyes

have stars in (one's) eyes

1. To have an overly idealistic or optimistic outlook, usually regarding one's hopes for success. I doubt she'll actually become a famous actress—she just has stars in her eyes.
2. To have an interest in film or theater and all things related to it. Ever since Tim saw that Broadway play, he's had stars in his eyes.
See also: eye, have, star
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

have stars in (one's) eyes

To be dazzled or enraptured, as with romantic love.
See also: eye, have, star
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • have stars in (one's) eyes
  • have stars in your eyes
  • stars in one's eyes, have
  • have stardust in (one's) eyes
  • have stardust in eyes
  • stardust
  • stars in (one's) eyes
  • stars in eyes
  • stars in your eyes
  • build up/raise somebody's hopes