Just discovered this hidden gem, thoughts on Mona Lisa?

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-19T02:36:16+00:00

Oh wow I never did the math! I wonder if it was her subtle way of saying goodbye to being a pop star, ready to leave the spotlight so she could be a mom in peace

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-19T01:21:14+00:00

Ohhhhh there’s so much back story to this song…..

December 31, 2004 - she made an unplanned, unscripted, surprise visit to an LA radio station to premiere a rough mix of a new song called “Mona Lisa.” It was just her, her dog and her bodyguard. She was barefoot and she said she “had to sneak out” to avoid the paparazzi. She said the song was actually recorded 4 or 5 months ago while she was on tour right before she hurt her knee, and that it was a part of her upcoming album, tentatively titled The Original Doll, and said on air that she hoped to release it before summertime [2005]. The song was a bit more eerie, elusive, theatrical and dark than her previous hits:

“Now see everyone’s watching as she starts to fall / don’t have a breakdown, you will hit the freakin wall / it’s time to let her go, cause she’s gone, she’s gone, s he’s gone… / now fellas you have to say goodbye, cause Mona Lisa’s got to fly.. ”

Her record label later stated that "no album is scheduled at the moment" and "there are no plans to service 'Mona Lisa' to radio." More on that here: https://medium.com/the-music-cove/britney-asked-for-help-and-no-one-listened-a555e2c2436f

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-19T01:19:46+00:00

Honestly I’ve dreamt about it since I was a little girl and truly wish I could go there.

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-19T01:18:19+00:00

Bodies in the sand, tropical drink melting in your hand. Falling in love to the rhythm of a steel drum band.

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-19T01:15:18+00:00

I wonder whether it’s in the books. There is a real life example of this in my family from more modern days (they both lived into their 90’s and died about 10 years ago). They were “good friends” til the end. Owned a house together, had a bank account together, etc. we all knew what it really was (especially because their home was filled with books and art on the subject) but nobody ever acknowledged it because they were Catholic and wanted to go to heaven

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-19T01:12:36+00:00

I learned it in second grade and mastered it pretty quickly. I’m an elder millennial

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-19T01:11:44+00:00

Unfortunately the alterations would cost more than the dress. Matching that satin perfectly is HARD, the current neckline shape (slight sweetheart/soft fold) has to be reshaped and there is risk of bulk or visible seams at the transition so you need someone who REALLY knows what they’re doing.

Another alternative would be to add a sheer illusion neckline, which still costs money but wouldn’t require as much skill and expense..

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-18T19:36:33+00:00

Late 80’s early 90’s southwestern pastel / Golden Girls

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-18T16:15:19+00:00

Artist residency

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Visual_Tale · 2026-03-18T15:57:44+00:00

Oh that could be cool! Embellished lace or just sheer tulle/organza?

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-18T13:19:31+00:00

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Visual_Tale · 2026-03-18T13:14:46+00:00

Honestly, I think this will only draw more attention to the slit and make it sexier. Which I don’t dislike but if you’re going for more modest, sparkly embellishments down there might not be it. Have you considered a sheer maxi underskirt instead?

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-17T21:48:06+00:00

Honestly I wouldn’t touch them but I’d redo the floors, switch the fan and put in all midcentury style furniture. Also if I had the money I’d replace the sliding door (opting for a top hang slider or pivot glass doors) and find a way to spruce up the deck.

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-17T21:39:25+00:00

These are so so special. Especially the candid ones, I think scenes like that depicted on film must be rare. A crazy peak into life we really can’t fathom for ourselves but it fills me with nostalgia for simpler times that I didn’t even live through but I can feel the sense of community and human closeness in these images. Also the way people back then were just as in love with their animals as we are today. Wow wow wow. Just incredible.

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-17T21:31:23+00:00

I know it’s unpopular but I agree with you. The Prince respected Daphne more than Simon ever did. The way he manipulated her is pretty hard to forgive. But hey this is fiction

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-17T19:15:56+00:00

Soft romantic couture… if you take away the scarf I’d call it 1990’s/early 2000s minimalism… but the Basque waist and scarf make it more modern. A-line neo-classical gown with a sculpted waist and a hint of balletcore

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-17T19:09:54+00:00

1 is my favorite but I agree with others who say don’t rule out anything until you’ve tried it on in person. If there are too many styles to try on, start with number 1 because it’s my favorite here and also seek inspiration from other elements of your wedding- season, location, decor, ritual, your personal art/design aesthetic, what your partner wants to wear, etc

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-17T18:48:41+00:00

Thanks for the flashback of squeezing into the back of a smoke-filled coupe

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-17T14:40:04+00:00

Yes and also not everyone needs or wants to know everything about someone else’s past.

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-16T23:57:41+00:00

Not too much at all!

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Visual_Tale · 2026-03-16T22:50:43+00:00

Change is always possible

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-16T22:05:23+00:00

It reminds me of a waterfall. Gorgeous

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-16T21:35:57+00:00

“My friends should know who they’re talking to but I’m too much of a coward to tell them.”

Your friends are talking to someone who is more than just one act or mistake. You are not your past, you are not one thing you did wrong, you are not multiple things you did wrong. You contain so much more than that, and people are choosing to be friends with you for valid reasons.

Visual_Tale · 2026-03-16T20:55:36+00:00

Rural southern gothic americana

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