Cheongsam

December 2009

The girls and I went to Chinatown on Tuesday as I was looking for a new Chinese style top or outfit to wear to Brian's Office party. After trying only a few items, as it is very difficult for a women of my size to find many choices, we decided to wander down to a tailor shop that featured a gorgeous traditional style Chinese dress called a "Cheongsam". The 100% silk choices were beautiful, and before I knew it, I had decided to let Mohamad have me measured for my very own custom tailored dress. A dream come true as I have always wanted to have a dress made especially for me.

Needless to say, the silk I chose and the amount of yardage needed was more than I had hoped for, but the entire experience was so much fun. That in itself was worth the entertainment value.

Not to mention that they were able to have the tailor complete the dress in 24 hours. I was able to try the dress on the following day and take it home for the party the next night.

The girls both got such a kick out of me acting like a giggly school girl because I was so excited.

I think they enjoyed the process and product as much as I did.

A very fun experience to share with my darling pre teen girls. Mother-Daughter bonding at its finest.

I love my beautiful Cheongsam.

And of course Mohamad is hoping I'll return with Brian in tow for a jacket, slacks and a few shirts. I'm not sure he has the best prices, but the service and quality are outstanding.