I have no doubt that this year's Willow Manor Ball of virtual fantasy will be every bit as fun as last year's. Time sneaked up on me this year and I feel a bit unprepared. I don't even have a date yet because Southern Gentleman Husband is traveling on business. Then there is the perpetual problem of not having a thing to wear. At least I can put on some lipstick while I search for a gown.
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As luck would have it, Count Hubert de Givenchy happened to call for a chat. Not only did he offer me one of his vintage gowns, but he agreed to escort me to the ball.
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Since the ball is Black and White this year, it didn't take long for me to decide to wear the luscious gown he designed for Sabrina. Darling Hubert promptly brought the gown to me and I was pleased how well it fit my tiny figure. He also agreed to take my poodles to his salon for the evening. The boys were hesitant at first but I promised, if they were good, they would get a treat when we got there.
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I'm so glad that the gown has a black petticoat to protect against the Paris sidewalks. On my way out, I slipped my phone into my Guisseppe Zanotti's clutch. The black Swarovski crystals give just the right amount of sparkle.
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I always love coming to Hubert's elegant salon. We had just enough time for an aperitif while the boys devoured a tray of canine petit fours the chef always has on hand.
Hubert de Givenchy's Salon by Jeffrey Bailey
Now it's time to stroll to the ball.
and join the party...
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...decorated with black and white anemones at every table...
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...even the food tables were dotted with anemones.
We were delighted to see our favorite clips of Sabrina while Rod Stewart crooned.
Thank you, Willow, for hosting another splendid evening!
You looked GORGEOUS!!!! What a treat to see walk in so regally!
ReplyDelete... and aren't you the lucky one? A Givenchy original! You looked amazing!
ReplyDeleteOh WOW! This must be the most perfectly matched ball in town! The contrasts are amazing. Just goes to show you don't need a whole lot of colour to dazzle!
ReplyDeleteps.....the Count's a bit of a honey, isn't he? shhhhhhh!
You know I adore the gown, and how convenient to have your escort be the designer and attend to it every 10 seconds, 'cause you know he cares, personally. You look divine. And tell me, did you decorate the tables for the Lady of the Manor?
ReplyDeleteOh!! YOU LOOK DIVINE! And what a handsome date and poodles of course!
ReplyDeletexox
Constance
Beautiful gown and beautiful song ... isn't it romantic? It certainly IS!
ReplyDeleteClassy, classy. I listened to the entire song and watched the whole clip. How COULDN"T I? Love love this movie and Rod! You picked the perfect gown and I almost wore one inspired by it... Just a wonderful night.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, what a wonderful post this is!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for this treat! Audrey Hepburn is for me the most beautiful filmstar and Sabrina is one of my favourite movies. But the best of all was Roman Holiday. The dresses she wore were splendid. I also liked the table decorations in b&w. Thank you again!
ReplyDeleteLove your gown, dear Audrey. What a special date and Ball. Just lovely! Sorry is didn't get my act together to come and attend the Ball with all of you.
ReplyDeletePerfectly divine! Thank you so much for making the Willow Manor Ball 2011 so enjoyable...
ReplyDeleteOne day...yes, one year...I will actually attend this Willow Manor Ball, DB. Ruth always whets my appetite. Maybe next year I will figure it out. HOW FUN. You really know how to do it up right, of course. :)
ReplyDeleteDear Yoli,
ReplyDeleteThank you! I loved your look of mystery and black and white elegance.
Dear Helen,
ReplyDeleteYes, I am indeed lucky that dahling Hubert loaned me his originial escorted me for the evening.
Dear Lena,
ReplyDeleteYes, the absence of color can be powerful. I see that you matched the scene here perfectly. Thank you for letting me take a twirl on the dance floor with your handsome and charming date!
Beste Catfish Tales,
ReplyDeleteWat leuk dat je hier helemaal van Zeeland kwam. Je rode jurk zag er perfect hieruit.
Dear Ruth,
ReplyDeleteYes, I was so fortunate I had Hubert by my side. He made sure my train looked perfect all night long. The hand-embroidery of the dress was impressive.
I did not design the flowers here, but I would shamelessly borrow inspiration from it if I were put to the task and anemones were in season.
Dear rochambeau,
ReplyDeleteWhy thank you dahling, I was so proud to be with my escort and poodles.
Dear Susan Lindquist,
ReplyDeleteIt was so good of Rod Stewart to serenade us during the ball. I loved visiting with your date.
Dear Margaret,
ReplyDeleteYou and Clark would have felt quite comfortable at this black and white event.
I always wonder when I post these clips whether anyone actually takes the time to watch them, so thanks for telling me you watched it in its entirety. Rod did a grand job, didn't he?
Dear lisa,
ReplyDeleteThank you, I enjoyed writing it!
Dear Reader Wil,
ReplyDeleteYes, Audrey was stunningly beautiful and "Roman Holiday" is one of my favorites also. She was perfectly cast for that role.
Dear Marilyn,
ReplyDeleteNext year, I expect to see you and your date at the ball. Perhaps you can set up the dessert table for us?
Dear Tess Kincaid,
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting another elegant affair to remember. Such a genius idea.
Dear Ginnie,
ReplyDeleteOh I do hope you will come next year. Klompen will echo beautifully on the wooden dance floor...