Show V. Sale - Big Difference

There comes a day in every LA girl's life when she learns the cruel lesson of Trunk Sale v. Trunk Show. One seemingly simple mistake can cause a world of difference. And that day came for me and Stacey today.

A couple weeks ago, we received an invitation (VIP of course) that invited us to the Trunk SHOW for BCBG. In our pre-coffee haze, Stacey and I read, Trunk SALE. For those of you men out there, here is the devastating difference:

Trunk Show (n.) : An event where woman with nothing better to do waste their time and money on designs released to them for pre-order before the general public see them. You can expect to pay 30-40% more at these shows than general retail. Comes from the Greek word, "Bunk" or "Crap". Score: F-

Trunk Sale (n.): An event where woman beat each other senseless trying to purchase samples from designers at half the price, even if they don't have a chance in hell of fitting. Comes from the Hebrew word, "Awesome". Score: A+

So, you can see our dilemma. We drive ALLLLLLL the way to Rodeo Drive, find parking, battle with the old rich people driving and walk in expecting a private room with loads of samples at half price. And we found ourself staring at a single rack of incredibly overpriced pieces of shabby fabric.

We left and got chicken philly subs. Much more satisfying for a fraction of the cost.

Lesson learned: READ the invites carefully. Take note to "Sale" v "Show". If it's "show" - f it. Not worth the fake smiles you have to give in the store. But if it says "sale" - whip on those boxing gloves and the platinum card - momma needs a new pair of shoes.