Tuesday 15 April 2014

Going to See The Queen


They say every woman is secretly looking 
for that one perfect destiny, 
which can be worn day and night. 
But I wanted a regal destiny 
so I could go and see The Queen.

When I entered the shop,
the sales-assistant took my hands and said:
Every girl deserves her dream destiny 
and we want to help you find it! 
Not only do we offer an incredible price point, 
but all of our destinies are customisable 
so you can really say your destiny was made just for you!

I was amazed at the array:
Rainbow coloured fur, 
silver nets studded with stars,
golden samite, bright as the sun.

The lady frowned and said: 
Why not try a cream-coloured A-line destiny? 
Perfect for that family wedding,  
you can also wear it in the garden, 
while shopping, even while sipping a gin and tonic. 
Simple and plain, it can go anywhere. 
But, I told her, I wanted a regal destiny 
so I could go and see The Queen.

I tried on trapeze destinies fresh from the circus,
the silks and veils of the Arabian Nights,
himalayan prayer shawls scented with incense.
Nothing seemed to fit.

The lady looked concerned: 
Why not try a little black destiny
that creates the ultimate look 
for just about any occasion: 
in the office, at a business dinner, 
dancing the night away or even going to the beach. 

But, I told her, I wanted a regal destiny 
so I could go and see The Queen.

She said: Our destinies feature lace detailing, 
bold floral and new season prints. 
Mini destinies make a statement 
in monochrome tones with flashes of “hot off the runway” shades.
For a summer destiny to be an all-time favourite, 
it has got to be loose, flattering and washable.

And then I saw it:
in cloth the colour of the moon
washed by hand in the sea of shadows
sewn together with invisible threads.

They say you should never pay
for your destiny in cash.
So I took it and fled.
I ran through the streets.
I ran with my moon destiny.
I ran right up to the palace,
and I went to see The Queen.

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