Watching Gossip Girl (a tv series I discovered through work because a potential handbag partner had their bags featured on the show) is tantalizing. Hearing about Michelle Obama's up-and-coming designer-centric, classy, elegant style is inspiring. And then digging into the Gilt Groupe sale after that... well, that's probably the most dangerous thing to do. I almost made it through the lineup of Helmut Lang, Marc, Valentino and Vera. And then, hanging out so casually at the end of the alphabet: Vivienne Tam.
I've heard of the Hong Kong-born designer, but I've never seriously looked at her collections before. For the most part, I think she's a luxury that I have yet to "grow" into. But when I browsed Gilt Groupe and found a flattering draping dress with waist-accentuating ruched wrap, simple gold-bronze shoulder accents, and gauzy gold-flecked black lurex skirt for $48, regular $365... I decided I could treat myself. :)
I ordered size P, which, according to online sizing, is for 33/24.5/35. I fit within the bust and hip sizes, but I'm not sure how forgiving the waist is... But I have a resolution to become leaner this year, and see this dress as being my reward for successfully shaping my body. Nothing like a beautiful fashion incentive to reach a fitness goal!
p.s. I think I was also subconsciously affected by the merchanidizing photo with the model, who at a glance, reminds one of Anne Hathaway's character in 'The Devil Wears Prada', one of my best-loved movies.
