Forever Friday... The Beginning of the End Edition

The end is nigh (according to some billboards in major U.S. cities).  So what are you going to wear to the Rapture?

 

Way back in 1980 something or the other, Blondie had a pretty kickin outfit picked out for the Rapture.  

"Where am I ever going to find some sweet formal shorts and bedazzled tube top in the year 2011" you ask.  Probably in your own closet, but in case you aren't prepared, Forever 21 has you covered with this little jumper.  For only $17.80, so you won't feel so bad leaving this outfit behind when you get called up.  The only problem is you have to get completely naked to go to the bathroom.

Wear this to the Rapture

Sissy Loves Sequins

According to Wikipedia, sequins have been around since as early as 2500 years before Christ.  Such longevity is clear evidence of the genius of sequins.  Sequins are extremely useful, whether they are jazzing up a 7 year old's tap costume or helping a 20-something gal in NYC (or a showgirl!) call extra attention to herself at a bar or club.  The problem is that you have to exercise caution with where on your body you display sequins so you don't accidentally look like the gussied up elephant at the circus. 

Now, at first I was kinda skeptical when I started seeing sequined shorts around stores lately.  There are so many ways this can go wrong. The chaffing!  But the more I see them the more I kinda love them.  I do wish this trend would have come around a little closer to my early twenties, because I don't think that they are appropriate on anyone over the age of 26 (well, they are probably acceptable for celebrities and cast members from the movie Burlesque).

Thoughts?

Sequin Splash Shorts from Shopbop