Back in the stilettos, so to speak

I know it's been a really long time. Years, actually! Life has had many twists and tulles in it so that's my only excuse. I am pledging to do better. As many know I just returned from Paris where fashion is in full effect. I was particularly impressed by the chaussures. Lots of stuff happening around the ankle. I'll show you when I get a chance. There are tons of flea markets where you can buy cool shoes for as little as 15 euros (or $20).

Most wonderful were the two fashion exhibits I attended: one at the Musee de Arts Decoratifs and the YSL exhibit at the Petit Palais. Fierceness. I took a few photos before I got stopped by the photo gestapo even though there were many other illicit photo takers who had quieter cameras than me.

Question of the day though: Why didn't the Rodarte sisters show up for the First Lady? Really, how do you stand up Michelle Obama? Would they have done that to a white first lady - I just have to inquire. This is making me totally rethink my Rodarte for Target blue swiss dot dress and black lace sweater. (By the way, you do know that Stephen Burrows for Target comes out August 1st? There appear to be a few items of interest in that collection.)

Shorts shorts and heels were working well at Busboys the other night, I couldn't help but notice. But earlier that same night on U Street some very big ladies in too tight shorts just looked like...I'm so sorry...ladies of the evening. The thing to understand is that sexy does not have to mean tight. And short and tight rarely works on anyone but skinny minnies or entertainers.