First Time Wearing This Purple

The bff bought me this gorgeous piece from PurpleCloud. She's such a darling. The stitching and design are excellent. The minimalistic lace appliqué was done in a non-garish finish. However, I was a little hesitant. The problem with clothing Shantung silk or Thai silk- they tend to look formal and a tad stiff. Don't know when I'll wear it. Even at formal events, I'm not really formally dressed. I hate full-length gowns. Not interested in extended discussions about clothing and fashion. I didn't even bother to buy/make/borrow a wedding gown, you think I'm going to dress up for parties that require 'formal' or 'black-tie'?

Still. I decided to take 'Orchid'. Grey lavender Thai silk with lace appliqué. A unicorn trinket hung whimsically at the left slit. I was sold. At the end of the day when I was done with all the purchasing and the bill was tallied, the bff stated that she would buy 'Orchid' for me. xxxooo. Since it's a gift from bff, I'll make an occasion and wear it out, without her. She's on vacation on a ridiculously picturesque island, so she doesn't get to see this in person just yet. Heh.

Noooo, I didn't put on them Doc Marts. This one is spectacularly dainty. Had to wear heels to toddle around rather precariously. Couldn't even get out of the car in one big stride. Had to swivel both legs around and out in one swift move. Otherwise, the seams will probably spilt, and I would end up in an unglamorous heap on the kerb or something.

#OOTD
Cheongsam: PurpleCloud
Clutch: Chanel
Shoes: Kurt Geiger