Getting Girly for the Gala (Opera)

I have make this disclaimer: I lifted the title to this blog directly from a San Francisco Chronicle story by Cynthia Robbins. Yes, I'm directly plagiarizing her story title, but at least I'm being forthright about it. It's just great copy that has stuck in my mind for years given that the story ran in 2001 (I still recall the full page layout).

My gay husband and I (not to be confused with my gay boyfriend) will be going to the San Francisco Opera next month. I have already chosen my outfit and my beauty team. See below.

Shoes:
Christian Louboutin
Rolando in black patent, fall 2008
$700, Neiman Marcus Online

Legwear*:
Wolford
Neon 40 in black
Wolford Boutique, New York
* may opt for tanned bare legs in lieu of hosiery

Skirt:
Milly
Box Pleat Skirt in black, fall 2008
$325, Saks.com

Top:
Anne Fontaine
Parfaitelaine cardigan sweater in amethyst violet wool
with ruffled neckline and cuffs with matching camisole, fall 2008
Anne Fontaine, San Francisco (415) 677-0911

Bag:
bebe
Leather Logo Clutch in black
$149, bebe Collections, San Francisco, (415) 227-9910

Timepiece:
Gucci
large bangle watch, silver with silver face
purchased in January 2000 from Gucci San Francisco

Jewelry:
tbd

Perfume:
Be de Boucheron Eau de Parfum
$110 (1.7 oz), from Nordstrom City Centre, Westfield Mall, San Francisco

Hair:
Cut and color scheduled
Kendra
WAK Shack, San Francisco
(415) 255-8554 http://www.wakshack.com

Facial & Brow Wax:
Heather
WAK Shack, San Francisco
(415) 255-8554 http://www.wakshack.com
best brow wax in San Francisco, if not the Bay Area

Makeup:
tbd

Manicure & Pedicure:
Susan
Glen Park Nails, San Francisco
(415) 585-6844
does the best acrylic French nails ever, complete with gel UV "easy-bake oven" top coat
 

Comments

[heney]

i like it, yet, i would want it fit for me