Dec 06 2006
Bustier Accent Lamps
I was flipping through the weekly ad for one of those major drugstore chains. Since Christmas is a-coming, there were plenty of ads for stuff on sale. I spoke about stuff in Want Or Need. Stuff is what I call things people don’t need but may want.
There was the usual stuff: desk sets, dolls, photo frames, candles.
Chia Pets. Ms. Q is highly allergic to Chia Pets.
In this one very cluttered ad, I saw what looked to be a corset. 
Things that make me say, “Whaaa?”
It was grouped with a doll, a piggy bank and a wooden Photo Cube.
The items were all on sale for $9.99 and one of the descriptions was “Bustier Lamp.”
The thing was red with fur trim. Very…Christmassy.
Ho. Ho. Ho.
Yow.
Since chain stores carry what sells, I figured a Bustier Lamp must be a Hot Item…it’s light casting a homey glow in homes across America.
Lovely.
Time to begin some research. What to drink? Here’s an obvious choice: Folie`a Deux’s Menage `a Trois Red.
Just how hot IS the Bustier Accent Lamp?
Pretty damn hot. It’s sold online everywhere:
“Add a splash of color to tabletops, dresses, bookshelves and more with our Bustier Lamp. Shimmering red or leopard print fabric stretches into the shape of a curvy bustier. Black marabou feather trim gives the piece a unique three-dimensional feel. Perfect for your home, apartment, office or place of business, this intriguing lamp provides soft ambient light and unforgettable style.”
Place of business? Yeah, that’ll set the tone.
One reviewer gave it 5 out of 5 stars:
“WHAT A GREAT GIFT!!!!! I bought 12 of these in the bustier’s, purse, and shoes. I thought these would make great holiday gifts for some girlfriends, and you can’t beat the price. Oh yes, and I even kept a few for myself. They look great!!!!”
Guess what? The lamp was on sale!!! $5.07!!!!!
Too bad for you, they are ALL SOLD OUT!!!!
It appears that there was a matching shoe and purse lamp.
I need a drink. Oh. I had one.
I need another one.
This is gonna be a rough Christmas.