What I would have worn to the opening performance of Little Mermaid last Friday night, had it been an option. 
And then, if I had this dress, I would proceed to wear it to every possible function for the next – oh, I don’t know how many – years. Until it didn’t fit any more. After all, with a dress this awesome, who needs variety?
More gorgeously wearable plumness at Coutorture’s editorial, The Only Oscar We Care About. Or view the entire collection. Or read their New York Fashion Week Trend Recap (honestly, I just don’t have the visual stamina to do much on fashion week myself).
BTW, I’m seeing this purple everywhere, which I take as a good thing. It’s one of the only bright colors which actually looks decent on me. The fact that it looks good on but doesn’t fit my usual color scheme makes it a perfect candidate for a dress.
Update: Or a swimsuit. If you come across one, please leave a comment and let us know where you found it!
That IS a good thing – that the color is everywhere. It’s one of my best colors, too. I have a shirt in that color and would love a swimsuit the same. My philosophy is that, like other 9 days wonders, it will come in and go and then I will be able to find some great stuff in that color in thrift stores. You could probably pull off that dress; I’m looking for something that relies on the color but is otherwise plain.
A swimsuit – that’s a great idea! I was thinking I would like a print shirt. You’re right, though, I can wait for it to hit the thrift stores. It shouldn’t be long.
Although I normally don’t do alot of texture, I think the beading would work because shiny works with my hair. 🙂
Oooooh… I’ve been trying to decide what colour to get a swimsuit in for summer. I was thinking teal but the purple is a great idea!
(A great idea as in, it’s taking a whole pile of will power not to start looking for one *right now* … hehe)
The color is magenta. I’ll have to look on an expanded color wheel to see its components; but I’m pretty sure it has more red than purple does and maybe tourquois instead of blue. I’ll get back to you when I find it.
Hi Mrs. M! Have you heard of Shade Clothing? They have more modest (yet fashionable) pieces and great swimwear. Right now they have a wonderful $6 sale on fall/winter items. I’d recommend the local rep Tara – she’s in the Valley. They will even come to your home and let you try on their pieces, which is great. They also have clothing parties ala Pampered Chef. http://www.shadeclothing.com
Have a lovely day!
– Lori
Hi Lori! Mama Archer had mentioned Shade Clothing, but I’ve never actually seen any in person. Thanks for the tip! And if you host a clothing party I expect an invitation! 😉
See you tonite! 🙂