A golden dream designed by Guo Pei. It's important to note that while her work's outcome may have the same effect as those of her western counterparts, her pieces work as a form of assimilation. She skillfully marries an eastern motif (lotus petals) against a western silhouette, whereas many/most of the high fashion designers are working from a place of orientalism, chinoiserie, and exoticism. But can we just talk about how beautiful this dress really is? It looks like the sun! #chinathroughthelookingglass #metropolitanmuseumofart #race #orientalism #stereotypes