Dolce and Gabbana, Fendi and Madonna...

Oh, do not think for that I forgot to mention it. No, I most definitely did not forget, and in fact I put it in a separate entry because it deserves the spotlight. In an unusual moment of temporary insanity that sometimes strikes my father when on a European vacation and sadly never at home (the last schizophrenic episode occurred approximately two years ago on summer vacation in Lond, in Harrods and Harvey nicks), I was told that I could pick out something special to remember the trip. Since this happens so infrequently, I had to do my due diligence and research the situation and all opportunities available. This involved three hours of marching up and down the high fashion streets in Rome and going in and out of every store that would let me. And not all would, there was a line outside of Hermes as they were above their capacity and it was a fire hazard. Versace was ruled out as it reminded me of Donatella, yuck; D&G was garish and had over-produced, under-designed crap that they stamp their name on and expect to sell; Valentino does not sell clothes but art, unfortunately the artwork of blouse is over a thousand dollars and so was ruled out. Finally, after much debate, blood, sweat and tears, I decided upon a shockingly hot pink, buttery leather, rectangular shaped, Fendi baguette evening bag with the F's tastefully stamped into the leather. It has a silver chain so unlike a clutch I don't have to duct tape it to the inside of thigh when I go out so I won't lose it at night. I also was allowed to get a new wallet since I've had the same one since I was 13 and it has definitely seen better days. I picked out a patent leather red one from Yves Saint Laurent that has room for change, isn't too big that it won't fit in my small purses, fits all of my credit cards, has has the letters YSL stitched subtlety on the front, and best of all is really, really shiny! How can I verbalize my appreciation for my parents generosity and their patience with me, as well as my love for these two purchases? I slept with them on my pillow for a week.