Schiaparelli’s Shoe Hat, 1937.
We went through minimalism with everyone dressed in the same old dreary styles. People are returning to a more personal style. Surrealism is something that transports one into another world. And that is what we need these days.
– Marisa Berenson, actress, model and Elsa Schiaparelli’s granddaughter.
Readers, you will want to know (of you don’t already) that the Metropolitan Museum of Art has a fashion exhibit coming up – Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations – May 10th through August 19, 2012. The exhibit explores the similarities between fashion designers Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada.
Check out the website to learn more: http://www.metmuseum.org/exhibitions/listings/2012/impossible-conversations/introduction
OverDressed for Life 
Your Monday quotes are such a nice way to start the week, and special thanks for this! Speaking of surrealism and personal style, I loved the little Golden Gate Bridge atop your coiffure at the Art Deco Preservation Ball on Saturday!
Thank you, Alice for the feedback. I thought the quotes might be a nice Monday morning treat. And thanks too for the comment on my fascinator. It was great fun to make and wear. You looked stunning as always! See you at Gatsby if not before.