Last week I drove from Delaware to Florida to deliver my mother-in-law’s van to her. Here I am before beginning my drive last Monday evening, wearing a Second Base demi-cami that I plan to review next week. Can you tell what my criticism will be?
When I woke up Tuesday morning, I couldn’t stand the thought of driving straight through for nine more hours. What better way to break up the monotony than a field trip to A Sophisticated Pair? After all, it was Hourglassy‘s fifth birthday. This would be the perfect way to celebrate!
Google Maps said it would take 2 hours and 18 minutes to get there, which made me wonder if I was crazy . . . until I got onto Route 58. Not only was it a beautiful fall drive with a gas station that charged just $2.97 a gallon, but I also found something remarkable that I describe on the Campbell & Kate blog. All signs said I was headed in the right direction, and when I finally met Erica in person, it was confirmed.
Before I show you any more pictures of her shop, let me say that it’s even better being fitted by Erica in person than it is through the advice on her website, blog or Facebook page. She’s solicitous without being smothering. She engages in the process as an extremely knowledgeable partner rather than as a bra fitting diva who treats every question as insubordination.
We discussed tacking and shape issues, and she explained that the Panache Andorra may be too East-West on me because of the stretchy lace. Surprisingly, the new Fantasie Salsa (below right) seemed to fit perfectly. It tacked and kept me centered. Erica also recommended I try the Panache Jasmine and Cleo by Panache because of their narrower wires.
This little side trip was a perfect energizer for the rest of my drive. I can’t wait to return to it as a destination.
Darlene, it was an absolutely wonderful experience to meet you in person! I greatly enjoyed being able to talk bras, body image, and busty events with you. It really perked up my week! The pictures you took of the store are lovely, but I am in love with the picture of my dog. It’s a shame the other one was so camera shy! When I visit NY, we’ll have to keep the conversation going. 🙂
I’m so jealous you got to check it out in person! I buy a ton from Erica through her preorder deals, but I’d love to see the shop as well.
My parents used to live in North Carolina. Wish I could turn back time to my NC days so I could visit Erica as well.
The shop looks lovely, and the owner even lovelier! You both seemed to have a great time. Maybe if I ever make it up that way I will stop by!
Nice dress! We’ve convinced Ann to sew up a bunch of Perfect Camis in colors and I’m replacing all of my second base ones. I tried 3 different sizes and 2 styles and couldn’t get them to look any differently then they do on you (I wanted more coverage). And they weren’t cheap! I’m hopefully going to sell mine. You can get Perfect Camis purple, red, turquoise and chocolate brown right now. Not a shill, just really love the product.