This morning I went to a tailors and blew $70 on dresses :P
It was possibly the best shopping experience of my life. The shop was run by two sisters who both spoke really good english. We sat down and chatted for ages then went through tons of magazines so I could pick the style of dress I wanted. I could also go on the internet to see if I wanted to make a copy of dresses from Topshop and Monsoon and places. After I had picked styles I then had the choice of what seemed like every fabric under the sun. Then they took my measurements and helped me to decide exactly what I want the dresses to look like. One is going to be cotton - blue and cream and one is going to be silk with a purple pattern. I'm going to try them on this evening and then they will make adjustments so I can pick them up tomorrow. I spoke to people who have shopped around and they said $70 is a really good deal so basically its all amazing. I just wish I could bring the shops home and have all my clothes made like that. Barry had a suit made for $100 and when he went to try it on today it looked absolutely brilliant. I wish I could get stuff for you guys back home too but there are too many measurements and too little space in my bag (already not entirely sure where im going to fit the dresses and glad I didnt choose to have a winter coat made although they did offer!).
Anyway so that was a very very enjoyable morning. I then rented a bike which cost a whole dollar for the day. Basically have just spent the whole day cyling round a very picturesque Hoi An. Went out onto the peninsular and through the villages where they were mending their boats and fixing fishing nets. All the little children you pass say 'hello what is your name' and even the adults are fairly eager to chat so they can practise their english. Cycled along the river and through the old town. It's so nice to be out of the cities and be able to get on a bike without fear of a moto taking you out!
Had lovely chicken satay with sesame seeds as an afternoon snack - yes mum I am actually in love with the food. Planning to chill out this evening as our tv has HBO and Star Movies. It has been so sunny all day so the tan is getting better. Have booked a trip to My Son tomorrow where there are very old ruins. Bus there and boat back so should be a nice day out.
As always, all good. When the biggest hassle of the day is not knowing which fabric to choose for your tailor-made dress, you know it's been a pretty good day.
Lots and lots of love xxxxxx
