A beautifully executed book. Rarely does such a high level of talent for photography and writing exist in one person. It exists in Mark C. O'Flaherty.

Norma Kamali

A wondrous insight into some of the most important and singular collections in the world. A visual feast, packed with insightful psychological interpretations. The developing plot of each chapter, studying the relationship between the subject, their chosen pieces, and the human condition is truly fascinating.

Giles Deacon

This isn't simply a book about fashion collectors, though it is. This is a book about the daring creators of fashion during a magical period in the history of dress. O'Flaherty deftly weaves together the various narratives for an original account. I adored this book and can't recommend it highly enough.

Cathy Horyn, 'The Cut', New York Magazine, USA

This is a very important book for anyone who cares about the strength and creativity of fashion. The “conversations” featured are entertaining, thought-provoking… And serious. Read it and learn.

Colin McDowell

A remarkable and heart-warming book: Mark C. O'Flaherty's intimate portraits of diverse fashion collectors explores the relationship we have with fashion, expression, memory, and identity. The compendium surfaces big ideas about the cult of the brand, self-creation, and the psychology of collecting.

Harriet Quick

Mark C. O'Flaherty's book weaves us, in a tender way, through the emotional reasoning for holding on to garments from our past as we head into the future.

Suzy Menkes, podcaster and leading fashion authority