This might be revealing a little too much about myself, but every year I used to tape the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. It wasn’t enough for me to watch the show just once, I needed to be able to access it for days and weeks to come. Everything about it – the bodies, the clothes, the hair, the music, the celebs – and most importantly, those Angels- I can never get enough. How I longed every year to be an Angel.
Well, dreams can come true, as long as you’re 5’8″ in bare feet and able to be in NYC from October 29 – December 3rd. Entry details and FAQs can be found here on Victoria Secret’s newly launched “All Access” page. You’ll get the opportunity to rub elbows with the likes of Miranda, Alessandra, and Adriana and be involved in one of the biggest fashion shows on television. Don’t worry, I’ll have it all on tape.
While living in Florence, Italy, I had the pleasure of walking by the Bottega Veneta store on a daily basis. Known for their buttery soft leather handbags and intricate handwork, I’d tease myself by popping inside to dream a little dream. I’d cruise by the simple, sexy dresses and brush my hand against the fine fabrics while I looked at the Arno thinking about the day I’d be able to swipe my Black Amex and pay in full.
Before I met my inspirational boyfriend, I was terrified of color and mixing patterns and textures. Some how, and I’m not sure how, but he makes argyle, plaid, and stripes work – and yes, I’m talking all in the same outfit. While I might not get down like him, I quickly learned that I needed to take tips if I was ever going to fullyexpress myself.
