I so love Fran’s outfit in those scenes. The shoes, the socks, the leggings, the baggy tshirt dress. It’s just perfection!
When I first saw this movie I was a really introverted, acned teenager and I identified with Fran so much it actually hurt me to watch the early scenes. I used to wear shapeless tshirt dresses and leggings, and people who sold skin care and make up via party plan used to give me advice just like Shirley did.
I don’t think I have her guts though. Fran is pretty fearless, I would never have allowed myself to think I could ask an Open Amateur (or like, anyone) to dance.
When I watch Muriel’s Wedding I’m going to have similar feelings. My sisters used to say I was exactly like Muriel’s older, fatter sister. (YOU’RE TERRIBLE MURIEL) ARGH TEENAGE FEELINGS.