In this delightful collection of essays, poems, and songs, Charles Swain celebrates the beauty and creativity of art and fashion. With a lively style and keen eye for detail, Swain explores the world of fashion design, critiques contemporary art, and shares humorous stories and observations about life in Victorian England.

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