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Title: A Dress for the Wicked
Author: Autumn Krause
Genre: YA,Fantasy,Historical Fiction
Publisher: HarperTeen
Release Date: August 6th,2019
Summary:
"Nothing much happens in the sleepy town of Shy in Avon-upon-Kynt. And for eighteen years, Emmaline Watkins has feared that her future held just that: nothing.
But when the head of the most admired fashion house in the country opens her prestigious design competition to girls from outside the stylish capital city, Emmy’s dreams seem closer than they ever have before.
As the first “country girl” to compete, Emmy knows she’ll encounter extra hurdles on her way to the top. But as she navigates the twisted world of high fashion she starts to wonder: will she be able to tailor herself to fit into this dark, corrupted race? And at what cost?"
Review:
A Dress for the Wicked is a beautifully written book that will transport you to Victorian Era times with a dash of spunk and grit! Not only is this a wonderfully written book, but it taught me so much about style, fashion and technique! It is so easy to go about your wardrobe with comfort and familiarity, but A Dress for the Wicked has completely changed the way I look at my clothes, and fashion as a whole. Why would I wear a basic black T shirt, when I can wear a Black lace baby doll top with lace trim? Did that confuse you as much as it did me? Then pick up this book and start learning the lingo!
Emmy is our MC who gets the opportunity of a lifetime to fulfill her dreams at becoming a fashion designer by entering a competition run by the most prestigious fashion house. Leaving the comfort of her home in Shy and entering the unknown of city life, Emmy is in for a surprise as this dream life of hers isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Filled with schemes, manipulation and sabotage, Emmy must pick herself up time and time again and keep fighting for what she believes in, and the life she ultimately wants. I really loved Emmy as a character because she is what all of us were once, or maybe still are? Vulnerable, hopeful, and full of aspiration. Why should we let others knock us down and determine what our fate should be? And if there is a life you dream of, fight for it and don’t let anyone get in your way or stop you. In a tough world, we should all find the light in it and not let the hardships get us down.
A Dress for the Wicked should be on everyone’s TBR list if you haven’t read it already. Krause connects to readers on a personal level and will have you wanting all of her designs to be real! Countless times I found myself wanting to feel chiffon fabric in a dusty rose color with contrasting cords and enamel buttons! No detail is left unfinished and will bring you right to the front steps of the Fashion House!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ~ 5 Stars ~ MUST READ
A Dress for the Wicked is a beautifully written book that will transport you to Victorian Era times with a dash of spunk and grit! Not only is this a wonderfully written book, but it taught me so much about style, fashion and technique! It is so easy to go about your wardrobe with comfort and familiarity, but A Dress for the Wicked has completely changed the way I look at my clothes, and fashion as a whole. Why would I wear a basic black T shirt, when I can wear a Black lace baby doll top with lace trim? Did that confuse you as much as it did me? Then pick up this book and start learning the lingo!
Emmy is our MC who gets the opportunity of a lifetime to fulfill her dreams at becoming a fashion designer by entering a competition run by the most prestigious fashion house. Leaving the comfort of her home in Shy and entering the unknown of city life, Emmy is in for a surprise as this dream life of hers isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Filled with schemes, manipulation and sabotage, Emmy must pick herself up time and time again and keep fighting for what she believes in, and the life she ultimately wants. I really loved Emmy as a character because she is what all of us were once, or maybe still are? Vulnerable, hopeful, and full of aspiration. Why should we let others knock us down and determine what our fate should be? And if there is a life you dream of, fight for it and don’t let anyone get in your way or stop you. In a tough world, we should all find the light in it and not let the hardships get us down.
A Dress for the Wicked should be on everyone’s TBR list if you haven’t read it already. Krause connects to readers on a personal level and will have you wanting all of her designs to be real! Countless times I found myself wanting to feel chiffon fabric in a dusty rose color with contrasting cords and enamel buttons! No detail is left unfinished and will bring you right to the front steps of the Fashion House!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ~ 5 Stars ~ MUST READ
