how to make a nose cast look good...
As I sit oddly out of place in my college's computer lab in a strapless Banana Republic dress, I search for the right words on how to make a nose cast work. Less than a week ago I had rhinoplasty, as well as septoplasty. Today is my first day back to class. I should be working on the paper due in a few hours, but I feel more compelled to explain why I chose to wear this frock as opposed to sweats and a ski mask.
How many times have you heard Tim Gunn say "You're style should be a reflection of you." Ok, I had a nose job but that doesn't redefine my character. Thus, why should I conform my wardrobe to match ace bandages plastered to my bruised face? By not highlighting your other (less operated on) features you are drawing more attention to the last area you want people to look. How ho hum are sweats and a tee? With a fabulous strapless frock that compliments my (post-op) tiny waste, who will even notice the yellow-green hue that has encompassed the upper half of my face?
Plus, with 82 degree weather in mid-November I need to start getting creative with what should be my fall wardrobe. I thought that by having surgery in the chillier months of the year, I would be less conspicuous because a) less people would be willing to brave the crisp coolness of Los Angeles fall and b) i could at least hide under scarves and big winter coats a little more than I could sun dresses. However, global warming is having her say and thus I suffer the consequences. Rather than disguise my "dirty little secret" under a conspicuous winter wardrobe, I am forced to publicize my flaws.
Still, all is well with the world. I actually have gotten nothing but positive attention from this debacle--and a week off classes/work. I even made a friend today--a sweet girl who has shared in my plight with a deviated septum, and perhaps now my longing for real winter weather. Not this LA global warming BS. I do need a winter coat, but who wants to shop for a piece that might only be enjoyed by sitting in your apartment with the AC on full force?? A cheaper alternative would be to go to the movies (where the ice is always frozen), but the darkness counters your ability to show off your stylish purchase. I guess your best (and possibly only) solution would be to take a trip to Europe where winter seems to still be a season in the books. Cheers to you all you sassy londoners in your cute winter wear.
