Pride of Madeira

This beautiful plant is a native of Madeira, Portugal, but it is now found all over Santa Barbara and is in bloom this time of year.

"I want to wear the brown velvet coat with the Tahari dress."
"But it's April."
"So?"
"You can't wear velvet in April."
"Says who?"
"I don't know.  Velvet's worn during the holidays.  Thanksgiving through Valentines."
"That's ridiculous.  Get me the velvet coat.  It just feels right."

And so she wears velvet in April.  If it feels right, it is right.  Says Mimi.

Detail of Elie Tahari Dress