Feather Talk and Sheer Translations

After fully loaded weeks of meetings and conferences, I finally had one of my last few this week. There’s usually not too much time to go off and have “fun,” but I managed to get several hours away to take my mind off of work related things. It was a delightful and slight change in pace from the usual agenda. 

For my little excursion off-course, I went art seeking, something that I often love to do—visiting art markets, going to art shows, and events, etc.  I decided to wear this printed sheer dress, paired with a favourite straw hat, and added a tank with leggings to layer underneath.   

To be honest, this dress is more like a maxi to me, even with its sheer attributes as a cover-up. I also find that maxis are entirely versatile throughout all seasons.  So, I styled accordingly! I selected this dress from Jordan Taylor, a resort wear brand based out of New York, because it reminded me of this belt that I made, as well as the artwork below.

 V&A image: Arthur Silver  for Liberty and Co. Peacock Feathers' furnishing fabric (1887)

Peacocks have such special symbolism, and it varies in many cultures, from medieval paintings to religious significance in Christianity and Greek Mythology, amongst others. Some beliefs say that it resembles pride or immortality, others believe that a peacock is a symbol of rebirth.

I remember hearing different meanings growing up—"oh, yes, the all-seeing eye of the peacock," my nan would say in a powerful, yet endearing voice! But, one thing that cannot be denied is the peacock's natural beauty.

Maybe, if anything to remind us that nobody has it all. Although, the peacock has breathtaking beauty, it also is known for its harsh screeching sounds that entirely contradicts its appearance. Additionally, the peacock is able to eat poisonous plants without suffering, as he remains colourfully decadent in the animal kingdom. A prideful creature (just as humans at times), going about showing off and strutting their exterior flamboyantly.
 
But, let us remember to also exhibit that there is far more to each of us than what meets the eye. Nobody is perfect, however beauty is certainly within us all. For just as the ocelli, visually embedded within peacock feathers, there are eyes watching us as well. But, I digress ...

 

Of course, most people at our offices are arriving back from enjoying their holidays, and others (even some of you) have mentioned that they’re still holding on to summer. 

Perhaps, we can hold on to the attitude of summer if not primarily in our dressing, because there’s something special about the sun shining, buds blooming, as well as having a glowing countenance to go with it. It just enhances the day! Yes, I think I’ll try to bring that cheerfulness into my autumn, especially since the days will get shorter.

The goods: Printed dress-c/o Jordan Taylor, Shoes-MissSelfridge, Belt-Michael Kors, Tank-H&M, Leggings-Express, Cuff-Oasap, Hat-Urban Outfitters.

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