Desert Dreamtop

As a rule of thumb, the fashion world is one place where people are not judged by their covers. A cover can be a miracle of design and still fail to cover up the fact that the person inside it is a social disaster. But even though a cover can't create a personality, it can create an effect. The Desert Dreamtop is definitely an item with an effect. It's not just a bodysuit. It's a festival. The geometric patterning, designed by someone who has clearly studied the works of MC Escher while in a state of spiritual grace, gives the impression that the garment is about to start moving of its own accord. Fortunately, the colours are not so psychedelic that you will be tempted to take any drug stronger than an orange juice. The whole thing is a tribute to the power of print. The colours are earthy, but the impact is stratospheric. The belt is a reminder that even though the wearer is a citizen of the world, she can still hitch up her waist. It's the kind of item that makes you glad you have a torso.