This beautiful first printing is in immaculate, pristine condition. The dust jacket is near fine. Black cloth boards with bright purple lettering on the spine. This captivating book follows the author's inheritance of a remarkable collection of vintage dresses, each paired with a story that reveals the lives of the women who once wore them. Through these personal narratives, the book offers a window into different eras, reflecting on identity, history, and social change. Elegant illustrations by Grant Cowan bring the dresses—and their stories—to life.