Haute Couture

She wore a hat of coral pink feathers
layered among copious chestnut curls
one large feather clung irresistibly
along her cheek.
A cream dress of rich raw silk
draped a curvaceous body,
tiny feet encased by the softest calf skin
high heeled and strappy
the colour of the hat feathers.

(In her minds eye) Parisian chic;
a woman with style
cast in haute couture
her ensemble worn with pride

(in reality) her role discreet;
she was just the Mother of the bride.

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