Fashion Friday - Viva Las Vegas 16 Dress

For many years, I have been absolutely enamored with a particular photograph of Elizabeth Taylor. It wasn't just about her innate glamour, which was plentiful, it was the way she took an understated dress and make it an absolutely stunning item. The dress is a simple, high neck 1950's blue polka dot dress.

The photograph

I finally decided I could no longer longingly look at this photograph and do nothing about it. Thus, I used VLV 16 as an excuse to have this dress made for me. I have again enlisted the ever so fabulous Esther at Morningstar 84 to make my dress dreams come true.  Last year she made this beauty for me for VLV 15.

Oh how I love the petal bust and tie straps.

It also has a bolero that I am not wearing.

So now that I have purchased the power of Esther, what items am I hoping to match with this dress.

I actually need a belt and this is by far my favorite! I like the thickness and pattern... and of course the color.

My next two items are both shoes. I want both but can't afford both so it will probably come down to budget. If the budget is super tight, I'll be wearing white wedges which will look lovely as well.

Penny Loves Kenny Falken Flats

ReMix Eva Pumps

As for jewelry, I would love to have this signed Weiss clamper bracelet and earring set but given the price, that will never happen.

Instead, I will likely go with one of these two options.

Love the metal and "stone" look

Blue lucite and rhinestone

No matter what accessories I end up with, this dress is going to be unique and a dream come true for me.

Baci Tutti!
HRF