If you have a bustle dress languishing in some dreary closet but haven't worn it in ages because you didn't want to be the only one wearing a bustle dress, now may be the time to rejoice during the holiday season. A few of us were thinking of wearing bustle dresses to the December Gaskell's. So, dust off that dress, try out that pattern you've had your eye on, or finish up the dress you started ages ago. There are a few months to trim and trim and trim with your little Victorian sensibilities.

For men, it may be one of the only acceptable times to answer "yes" to the question "Does this dress make my butt look big?"

"Business up front, party in the back."


p.s. Before I get my feelings hurt again, I'm only mentioning this as a courtesy in case people would like to play and join in, but it's not official, mandatory, or a missive from The Man. Rebellious souls, please start your own post.