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Happy Thursday everyone!  It’s #throwbackthursday and I’m reminded of a Hong Kong movie I watched when I was little, (I think it was God of Gamblers?).  I vividly remember this one scene when the disheveled, naive girl is taken into a fabulous designer boutique and gets the makeover of a lifetime.  She’s introduced to a fabulously gay stylist who gives her the spiel of how a woman should dress and show off the assets that she’s got, and camouflage the parts that she don’t.  I don’t remember it verbatim, but I do recall certain key points:

• If you have great arms, wear tanks and short sleeves
• If you don’t have great arms, show off your neckline
• If you have boobs, show off your boobs
• If you don’t have boobs, show off your back
• If you have great legs, wear shorts and skirts
• If you don’t have great legs, show off your behind
• If you have a great stomach, wear crop tops
• If you don’t have a great stomach, show off the skinniest part of your waistline with belts or empire tops

Sounds pretty simple and logical, right?  Well, I was able to find a dress that shows off all my best assets: arms, side boob, and waist.  I’m wearing the Forever 21 Paisley Open-Back Maxi Dress, which is currently under $40.  This dress not only shows off my back, but gives just enough subtle hint of side boobs.  Plus, it has a tie adjustable waist.

I was actually quite surprised at how soft and pretty this dress is.  Unfortunately, F21 isn’t exactly known for their quality of fabrics, but I found this dress almost of the same quality as dresses that I spend $100+ on.  The paisley print gives this dress a great boho vibe, and I can just see myself walking in a field of flowers wearing this dress.

Rebecca Minkoff Script “Taurus” Pendant Necklace / Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Beetroot / Aldo T-Strap Espadrille Wedge Sandal (no longer available | similar look) / Ray-Ban Original Aviator 58mm Sunglasses

I’ll be working most of this 4th of July long weekend, but will have a couple of days off as well to spend time with great friends and the new man, (hope he doesn’t mind me blogging about him).  You can follow me on Snapchat (@Kangthropologie) and see all the parties and cool things that I do in LA. Xoxo!