Let me tell you a story.
Once upon a time, there was a fashionista named V who counted champagne, stilettos, and trolling people.com amongst the pleasantries of life. One day she spotted a photo of Miley Cyrus in a shredded tunic and was besotted. She decided that she must have one too, and thus embarked on a quest for this holy grail. She Googled and Googled, but could not source the shredded tunic until blog commenter Irina rescued V with a tip: Raquel Allegra.
Excited, V Googled some more, but could not acquire the covetable Allegra top…it was sold out! Thankfully, another clever commenter named Jemina suggested Etsy, and although V’s quest for the Allegra was unavailing, she was triumphant in the discovery and acquisition of another shredtastic number by Dalat Designs. And here it is:
*WVW=What V Wore
“Limu Kala” hand-shredded dress/tunic by Dalat Designs, Ann Taylor cami, Celsius ruched leggings, Wittner shoes.
The End.
Update: June 29, 2010
Dalat Designs featured my photo on the company blog! See V is for Vahni…
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OMG, that top is sheer perfection, and you look so fabulous in in darling, HAWT HAWT HAWT, love love, Jemina, XOXO
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@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you J…I kinda, sorta owe it to you.
Gotta love a story with a happy ending.
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@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Especially when it’s mine!
@leia12
June 28, 2010
You – look – amazing!
@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you Leia, and thanks for stopping by!
I love it when pictures have a story like ancient buildings. I so enjoyed reading this, my dear!
And your outfit is so pretty on you. Have a bright and happy Monday!;-)
@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you so very much, Ms. Fab-Alligator-Bag!
Oh, this outfit is fantastic, Vahni. The Etsy tunic is such a great substitute for the Raquel Allegra top. But I can’t help but wonder how to wash it? Wouldn’t it just rip in the washing machine?
Irina´s latest post: In Salma Hayek’s Closet – Alexander McQueen Angular-Shouldered Crepe Dress
@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you Irina! I should have also thanked you for the Raquel Allegra tip. I learned something new!
The top can only be handwashed. That said, I think I’d still put it in a lingerie bag and then hand wash it. We’ll see how it goes!
OMG I love that. Of course it’s sold out….because you bought it. I want it!
@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Haaaaa! Thanks Celine. Sorry. Yes, I bought the only one, but Flower also has some other really cool shredded tops.
@abritgreek
June 28, 2010
So glad you got your ‘Happily Ever After’ & look awesome too!
x.o.x.o
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@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you Ms. Brit!
My family has a saying: “What Vahni wants, Vahni gets.” It’s mostly true. Maybe that’s because once I get something in my head, I rarely take no for an answer! I work hard, play hard, and shop hard.
Where did you buy the Wittner shoes from?
Andi´s latest post: Feeling hungry Eat your shoes-
@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Andi, thanks for visiting! I got the shoes from Wittner, Australia. They have killer shoes.
http://www.wittner.com.au
@redheaded
June 28, 2010
I am not bold enough to post a photo like #2, but I am loving that photo. it makes me want to buy a shredded tunic and pose like that all the time.
Fricken awesome!!
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@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you Suze! That’s me “embracing my curves.” That photo is my fave too. Maybe it means I finally love my…behind.
@kristyelena
June 28, 2010
STUNNING!!! i love this. i’m all into the shredtastic as well.
@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you sugar! You’re so sweet!
Fabulous!! I love the grunge glam look too and you rock it
oh Did you know that ever since you sported that arm cuff on your other post, i have been hunting ebay for one?! am obessed with it now! 
@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you Lady!
Let me save you some time. I’m wearing two Alex and Ani expandable bracelets, fully expanded. You can get them here:
http://www.alexandani.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=740&SN06369c7cce69102cbce11231380030f5=km0471r4b7poqbkhlv9bnm1te6
Oh I love this! Greatttt look
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@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Hi Jammer, thank you and welcome honey!
I can see why you wanted it so badly – it looks amazing on you!
XO Piper
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@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Thank you so much Piper. You’re a sweetie.
@5263 university way ne
June 28, 2010
That top looks fantastic on you!! I’ve been wanting to try some DIY shredding lately. There was a good post about how to do it on Childhood Flames that looks easy (but time consuming!)
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@gritandglamour
June 28, 2010
Hi Birdie, welcome, and thank you! Been thinking of exploring shredding myself, thanks for the source. When I get some time, I may give it a whirl. Let me know if you do. Would love to see the finished result and hear your take.
Amazing dress, darling!
You look fantastic!
xoxox,
CC
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
CC, aren’t you a doll! Thank you so much for visiting, and for your kind words!
@BonBonRoseGirls
June 28, 2010
That is just gorgeous and it looks amazing on you!
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
Thank you Kristin! So sweet of you! Thanks for visiting.
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
PS: LOVE your blog.
Love the story and the shredded top even more. That’s what ‘grit and glamour ‘ is about I think- going after something till you find it!!
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@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
Thank you! You’re right about the grit and glamour…sometimes it takes a lot of diggin’ to strike gold…or chartreuse!
This is fantastic! The tunic looks amazing – it fits you perfectly! And paired with the leggings….amazing.
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
Thank you Halie! And thanks for stopping by!
@leeoliveira82
June 29, 2010
Your blog is very cute! I love it..
And what a stunning dress you are wearing!
Great taste..
LOx
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
Thanks Lee…I’m loving your blog and the male perspective.
amazing outfit, I love the leggings! you look great xx
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@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
Hi Stiene, thank you! You’re adorable…so glad you popped over!
Wow, what a beautiful top! You’re looking so ethereal in these photos!
And you’ve been in my reader for a while, which I used in lieu of Bloglovin.
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
Hiya Rad, thank you very much for the kind comment and for following me via RSS!
@kristyelena
June 29, 2010
you do have the hypeed hearts!!! i don’t know why i missed them the first time. shredtastic tunic has been added to my inspirations as well. i adore it.
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
Aw, thank you Kristy!
Hey V! I love this top and outfit but also…the natural lighting in these photos is stunning as well, wow! The golden-cast to the photos is fairytale-like in a way; really beautiful.
Best to you, Lac
@gritandglamour
June 29, 2010
LAC! Thank you honey! Sometimes it just all comes together, you know?
So good to see your name. Hope you are well.
@2556 S Sierra Madre
June 30, 2010
This shows off your beautiful curves! I love it!
@gritandglamour
June 30, 2010
Thank you so much Lang! If you have a blog or site, please leave me a link so I can visit as well.
Looks fantastic on you! Who would’ve thought one would take fashion cues from Miley Cyrus?!
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@gritandglamour
July 1, 2010
My thoughts exactly. Who knew?
Thanks for your kind comment!
Late comment – only getting time to plough through your old outfit posts now -OMG how sexy are you in this outfit!?? I’m going to have to pull out my Sass and Bide black rats again and wear ‘em again after seeing this.
@gritandglamour
August 19, 2010
You are too generous with your kindness, but I appreciate it! I LOVE these leggings…they’re my absolute faves because they make everything look cool. Get those S&B rats out, girl!
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