Preparations for the annual Elle gala started well on time…

My favorite designer, Kristina Viirpalu, before the gala. Rock cool already.

Even cooler and rocker, when ready…

Kristina was wondering if maybe her dress would be too much for us Finns.

Carried with such dancer’s elegance – and figure! – no way, say I.

Sissi… Flaming curls for the hair, naturals for the face & nails.

After a some (red) thread & a needle, everybody was practically ready…

Photo Pipsa Lagus

Off we were, to the suites of Kämp Hotel. Time for a glass of champagne, some mood music and dance…

dresses Kristina Viirpalu

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Last minute stitch…

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At Kämp were also Pipsa Lagus (hiding behind the camera), Sirpa Kajo (Sirpa’s dress from France, necklace Miu Miu, borrowed from daughter Heli) and of course Sirkka Siiskonen. The primus motor of our adventures.

Only one pair of these dreamy stockings by Kristina were ever made. But she promised to have another pair made especially for me ♥

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I wasn’t invited to the gala, but I was invited to join the pre-gala excitement with my friends… Such lovely ladies; such a lovely time we had..
Photo: Pipsa Lagus

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Red hot Sissi.

Pipsa’s deep blue dress, adorned by golden beads and a chiffon hemline had been especially made for her. Perfect, such perfect look and fit.

And off for the evening everybody!

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