nothing to wear
This Friday I’m going to a swanky awards night for the advertising industry – my editor thought it would be a good idea for me to “network” and make some contacts for my new role next year.
I feel daunted at the prospect of turning up by myself at a fancy industry ‘do' with glamorous people in manner of Great Gatsby and forced to socialise with people I have nothing in common with - would much rather spend the night in jeans with friends at the pub - but that is besides the point.
The point is that the dress-code is, and I quote, “red carpet formal” and I’m not kidding when I say I don’t have a single thing to wear.
So here are my options:
1. Adapt. I could somehow try to formalise one of my dresses – this is hard considering all my dresses are short and cocktail, though I do have this one black halterneck – its knee length but has potential to look dressy, given the right necklace maybe.
2. Borrow. I like this option, but I don’t know too many people my dress size (10 – in case anyone is reading and can help!) with formal clothes handy. My friend Roz has offered to lend me something, so I’m calling her tonight to canvas any suitable options.
3. Buy. I like this option the least. Sam and I have a DJs voucher, but I’m reluctant to spend it on a dress I’ll probably never wear again (besides, the cheapest dresses there were about $190, and they weren’t even that formal or nice).
I have conferred with other girls who I know will be there on Friday night, and the consensus is that “red carpet formal” means “slinky, long and black”.
Help! Angelina Jolie with bling…that just isn’t me.
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Having been drafted into the legal profession in the last year or so, I couldn't agree more. And this whole "networking" thing - it annoys me so much. The very idea of smoozing (is that the word?) up to people just to get ahead really makes me feel ill. Also, the idea of a person's worth being connected to their status (that is, it is much more important to speak to important person than a "prole") really grates against my egalitarian streak.
with editing :)
Being an introvert, I don't do the networking thing very well at all. So I do feel for you Soph.
I don't like 'bling' either, although do find the prospect of 'needing' to buy a special dress, kind of appealing. I do like to get dressed up and look pretty, but I prefer the effortless glamour type of look. Of course, I do need to put lots of effort into actually looking glamourous, but want it to look like I didn't even have to try. (hmmm...still trying to master that look though)
How about a 2nd hand dress. Cass & Eva's (across from church) might have a few interesting pieces.
Good luck!
that's a good idea trish, might give that a go...
I know what you mean about dressing up - I like the idea of having an "excuse" to buy a special dress - just this week I find the timing a little off!
effortless type of glamour is the best:)
david, it's not really like that in journalism. Networking is how I get contacts for future stories:)
I simply don't like it because I can be quite shy sometimes.
Doesn't Sam get to go any be your wingman? Not fair, I reckon he'd look great in "slinky, long and black". :)
Just had a look in the cupboard and Kate has 4 dresses (sickening I know) matching that description (and a couple of others) and you guys are about the same height and size (praying I'm not offending anyone with that comment). Let us know if you want to have a look or I can send you some photos.
I'd lend but they are here - I should have just left them at Mum and Dad's for borrowing because I haven't worn them here...would like to but mothers group just isn't the place!
I reckon he'd look great in "slinky, long and black". :)
That's possibly why they haven't invited me!
thanks matt (on behalf of kate! No insult at all - I'm sure her dresses are gorgeous!) and Libby - you're both very kind:)
My friend Beth has offered to lend me her bridesmaid dress - strapless red thing - sounds red carpet enough to me. I'll see how that goes!
I reckon you're right Sam - they wouldn't want to be shown up ;)
No offense taken Soph - red and strapless sounds hot!
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