Torn Dress, Banana Republic -1

I don’t particularly believe I’ve torn anything that I own other than old pajamas, so it came as a surprise to me that my relatively new Banana Republic shirt dress got torn on Wednesday night.

Notice the reversed L-shaped tears

I came home from a dinner with friends and had accidentally stretched the dress with my knees just a tad. I heard a classic quick “rip!” and noticed that the last button on the bottom had partially torn in an “L” shaped fashion. I was in such a shock, that I’m still not quite sure what to do or think about the situation. I’m guessing that “thin cotton” feel that I loved, which felt so light and airy was also super weak!

It’s a lovely dress, and I really didn’t think the fabric would tear so easily, especially at the buttons – of all places! No wonder this is dry clean only. So now what? Put in a few stitches to keep it from tearing? Put clear nail polish?

Tis a sad day for me and my dress.

The worst is that this brand isn’t particularly “cheap” fashion either. Buyers beware!

Banana Republic shirt dress: $134.00. 100% cotton, Made in China.

How old before it gave way: 2 months