The off-duty styles became so popular with models, the designer said she was shipping them to Paris in bulk, to the point where I heard that Karl [Lagerfeld] was complaining thats all everyone was wearing. Including Madonna, who showed up front row at a Jean Paul Gaultier show wearing an Anna Sui babydoll dress
An 80s classic for a reason
The alternative is what Barbara Tarshis, buyer at the Mayfair, calls a little more vampish Back to the Future that 40s look that my mother might have worn. That means slinky satin (no hoops or crinolines) with lots of big satin ruffles and bows, and plenty of bare shoulders and backs
Its an effortless way to channel western vibes, without looking like youre wearing a cowgirl costume
Using fresh squeezed makes all the difference
Linen mini tube top dress