Dance Card.

Is it vintage? From the ‘30s?

Where on earth did you find it, Peterman? (In the personal archives of a Hollywood designer, but she trusts me not to say more.)

I can divulge that you look serene, powerful, devastatingly gorgeous. 

Were you always such a wonderful dancer? (I have questions, too.)

You don’t remember where you learned the rumba, you say. 

I see we each have our secrets.

Devoré Velvet Evening Dress (No. 7383). We reached back in time exactly far enough to find the perfect inspiration for this holiday-ready dress. Exquisite 100% viscose burnout devoré velvet in an intricate allover pattern. The color, a deep chocolate brown. Nearly black but not quite. Flattering empire waist seam. Bias cut skirt. Mermaid sweep at hem. Fully lined. Invisible zipper at wearer’s left side seam. Imported.