Tam's beautifully constructed, feminine and very lavish designs inspired my wardrobe from the first moment I spotted her kimono style dress in the shop window of her Nathan Road store in Hong Kong (think 'Breakfast at Tiffanys' little black dress meets kimono style with colour..purses out ladies)!
When shopping at Vivienne Tam I noted that the designs on display differed quite significantly in that women of all ages and styles are catered for by the one designer and in the one store - she's a thinker people!
Her designs were certainly creatively beautiful, all exposing a sense of feminism in a truly unique way, I would describe her clothing as universal and suitable for 'the first lady' right through to this months 'most desired socialite'.
Just to really push my point on how versatile and differential her line is I will give you a quick rundown of my thoughts when purchasing 2 (of many) garments.
Keep in mind that I often buy clothing on the basis of 'garment suitability'.
Definition: Garment Suitability: The suitability of a garment for particular events and situations, such events are not required to be foreseeable in the near or distant future.
Any excuse will do, OK?
4th Picture, top row (from left): Afternoon high tea with the ladies in a restored old Victorian style building complete with butlers, society women and Christmas lilies, of course during the month of December where Christmas decorations AND macaroons are lavish and plentiful.
Reality: Unless the Windsor Hotel decides to hold an intricate event that I happen to be personally invited to - this dress will not be worn under such circumstances.
Option two: Move to New York and join the cast of Gossip Girl.
For the record, I would wear this dress exactly as pictured below, panty-hose must be sheer black of high quality.
5th Picture, top row (from left): Dinner and drinks at a brand new hot spot on the social scene, teamed with a pair of nude strappy stilettos with a diamante buckle and platform, think Louboutin.
Reality: I do not live in New York, I live in Melbourne and the reality is that no new hot spot cool or sophisticated enough for this dress is going to pop up unless an upmarket hotel refurbs a new restaurant and bar. I will be waiting a while to show off this little number under such circumstances!
I now feel the need to justify my crazy banter and weird 'garment suitability' ideals...
All I will say is 'it works for me, no judgement please'!
Ok, back to Tam!
Unfortunately, Tam's website doesn't cut it and I dearly hope she is planning on undertaking some cyber ronos' soon as online shopping is some-what limited. If you happen to be travelling to Asia or the USA do track down a store and check her collection out.
By the way, the answer to the title of this blog is always 'YES'.
Happy shopping ladies (and gents)!
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