I've always wanted a nice red Cheongsam top, partly inspired by Catherine Martin's costume for Nicole Kidman in 'Australia' and particularly as I am in the midst of planning an Asian holiday. 
Here is Liv Tyler wearing a Cheongsam inspired Oscar de la Renta:
Here is Liv Tyler wearing a Cheongsam inspired Oscar de la Renta:
I recently found just what I was looking for:
Today, I wore it work. Sometimes you've just got to mix it up a bit - I sometimes struggle to emerge from what I like to call "Festive Melbourne Black", favoured by many of my fellow Melbournians, particularly in the work place.
I love the Mandarin collar, bright red brocade with gold thread and the lovely fastening details that cascade from the neckline across the shoulder.
Not exactly traditional office wear, but I've actually had lots of positive comments today, which always emboldens me to snap out of my work-wear funk a little more often.
Tell me Kittens: What flourishes have you made to your office wardrobe to lift the ordinary to the extraordinary?
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