Autobiography Of A Wardrobe (2008) - Plot & Excerpts
Honestly, this book is rather dull. Still, it made me think about my wardrobe and what it says about me...mainly it says "frumpy housewife with no style". I'll have to work on that! I think there are two reasons I liked the book though, one is the fact that the wardrobe is the narrator which I think is a great little twist. Reason two is that I bought it at Dollar Tree...a book for a buck, who doesn't love that??!!?? This is my favorite book that tours through a woman's life and the clothes she was wearing at the time. You can read it in under five hours, it's a quick read. I could definitely relate to her unaffected, sentimental yet not maudlin reminiscing. I've written a memoir, Left of the Dial, in which fashion also plays a supporting role. Kendall's book is told from the point of view of her clothes that become living and breathing characters. Unlike Adena Halpern's memoir, Target Underwear and a Vera Wang Gown, Autobiography of a Wardrobe is an accessible, heartwarming read. The clothes aren't shallow and neither is Elizabeth-her personality shines through. If you are as obsessed about your wardrobe as I am, buy this book.
What do You think about Autobiography Of A Wardrobe (2008)?
Very original idea: telling the story from a wardrobe's point of view
—zdudez
A much more interesting idea than compelling execution.
—Steeleja
