Alligators, Old Mink & New Money
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Alligators, Old Mink & New Money by Alison Houtte
A story of one woman's adventures in vintage clothing.
'Part 'my life in clothes' memoir, part vintage hunter's guide, this is a sweet, undemanding read in an irrepressibly enthusiastic, chatty tone' EASY LIVING 'a charming journey through the life and wardrobe of Alison Houtte, a former model and owner of cult Brooklyn clothing store Hooti Couture' IN STYLE 'A must for all vintage die-hards - a true celebration of clothing with a history Alison Houtte was a model in the 80s and loved to trawl through Parisian flea marketsFew books have attempted to explore what it is that makes vintage chic so irresistable, particularly to fashion icons like Kate Moss and Maggie Gyllenhaal. This lovingly compiled tome shows how clothes capture our memories and harness our imaginations, evoking the romanticism of bygone eras' GLAMOUR 'On a fluffier note, ALLIGATORS, OLD MINK & NEW MONEY is a guide to vintage fashion, with stories of what a girl will do for a fashion bargain' ELLE 'Former model and vintage-clothes shop owner, Alison Houtte's scavenging secrets are a must for any frustrated shopper or fashion fan' B 'indulge in this treasure trove of celebrity gossip, advice and anecdotes and you'll be rummaging through your grandmother's wardrobe in no time' GRAZIA 'Fashion fans will love Alligators, Old Mink & New Money' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'This beguiling memoir is full of passion not just for clothes, but also for the poignant memories that a dress can hold, and the way that the swing of a skirt can connect its wearer to long ago' YOU MAGAZINE 'Her story celebrates vintage clothes and accessories, and every item has a history' CHOICE 'A sweet tale of one's woman's adventure in the world of vintage clothing' HEAT
The owner of Hooti Couture, Alison Houtte worked as a model for more than 10 years in Paris and Manhattan, and has been featured in Vogue, Elle, Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire. She lives in Brooklyn, surrounded by assorted vintage furnishings and clothing. Melissa Houtte is an award-winning journalist and author. She lives in San Francisco. Melissa Houtte is an award-winning journalist and the co-author of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Healthiness. She lives in San Francisco.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780752874517 |
| ISBN 10 | 0752874519 |
| Title | Alligators, Old Mink & New Money |
| Author | Alison Houtte |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Orion Publishing Co |
| Year published | 2006-02-16 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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