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claireruizashley's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
csryann's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
It was fine, would have been a lot better if I’d read the physical copy but I’m glad I didn’t spent money on it
kspedds's review against another edition
5.0
the idea of women telling their stories through the important clothing pieces they wore is brilliant. this is so brilliant and i loved it so much
nandithav's review
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
maddyreads12's review against another edition
4.0
This is great! It's honestly a genius idea and it's executed so well. It's funny and witty. And I love the concept of using clothing as a medium to discuss relationships, emotions, bodies, confidence, love, grief, internalized societal norms and critiques of restrictive social expectations.
There are many scenes that I think I will be thinking about for a while, but there are some that I think have already become outdated. But overall, I this play flips a stereotypical critique woman and clothing into a critical analysis of female connections to clothing, via a lens of societal conditioning that may have forced women to focus on appearances, clothing, style, and also through a lens of self empowerment via your own expression, and then a lens of how clothes become metaphors for larger, deeper aspects of one's life.
I do think the gender roles discussed on in the play focused on woman through a very binary lens, but it was written in the 90s/early 2000s. And in many ways the play is pointed towards this audience of women, growing up at this time where society had less inclusive restrictions and denunciations of women's appearances. I would also note that there were some points that touched on body size that also feels critical, less-inclusive, and (problematically) dated. One final critique would be that the entire play is obviously very first-world problem based, but once again I think that is precisely what the play is trying to deal with, and it is taking a closer look at seemingly mundane but sometimes highly repressive relationships with women and clothing.
It's very poignant and grapples with a lot of really world conflicts women still deal with. It does also delves into really interesting analysis of considering humanity through the things we own, possess, adorn ourselves with and our attachments to said items. And at some points its just not that serious, it's hilarious and I could often relate to the exacerbated monologues about shopping, attachment to clothes or feeling utterly confused by style and the ability to dress.
okay that's all...
There are many scenes that I think I will be thinking about for a while, but there are some that I think have already become outdated. But overall, I this play flips a stereotypical critique woman and clothing into a critical analysis of female connections to clothing, via a lens of societal conditioning that may have forced women to focus on appearances, clothing, style, and also through a lens of self empowerment via your own expression, and then a lens of how clothes become metaphors for larger, deeper aspects of one's life.
I do think the gender roles discussed on in the play focused on woman through a very binary lens, but it was written in the 90s/early 2000s. And in many ways the play is pointed towards this audience of women, growing up at this time where society had less inclusive restrictions and denunciations of women's appearances. I would also note that there were some points that touched on body size that also feels critical, less-inclusive, and (problematically) dated. One final critique would be that the entire play is obviously very first-world problem based, but once again I think that is precisely what the play is trying to deal with, and it is taking a closer look at seemingly mundane but sometimes highly repressive relationships with women and clothing.
It's very poignant and grapples with a lot of really world conflicts women still deal with. It does also delves into really interesting analysis of considering humanity through the things we own, possess, adorn ourselves with and our attachments to said items. And at some points its just not that serious, it's hilarious and I could often relate to the exacerbated monologues about shopping, attachment to clothes or feeling utterly confused by style and the ability to dress.
okay that's all...
vwoj's review against another edition
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
kthumphrey's review
emotional
funny
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Very quick read. Took less than an hour. If you’re into fashion history (I’m not and still enjoyed it), highly recommend. I thought it was cute and humanly which is why I enjoyed it :)
jana16's review
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75