Conversation Starters.

The second hour of a December cocktail party, the seventh one of the season. I've migrated to the library where I discover a first edition of Faulkner's Light in August.

Next thing, there’s a woman at my elbow, champagne in hand.

"Sitting beside the road, watching the wagon mount the hill toward her, Lena thinks, ‘I have come from Alabama: a fur piece.'" First line of the book, in a gentle Emerald Island brogue.

“My, my. A body does get around,” I add. Last lines.

And that was it. A whole conversation in 29 words, which sometimes is exactly enough.

Auburn hair in a chignon. Sweeping tartan skirt. This chic top. Details I captured as she walked away.

Suddenly, the party becomes one for the books.

Shimmering Wrap Knit Top (No. J8029). Long sleeve metallic jersey knit top with beautiful wrap-front that creates a most flattering v-neck. Fitted bodice. Frames the body beautifully. Imported.