It's a cute concept but the whole book seems forced. Didn't hate it but I don't really recommend it either. ( )

This felt a little fluffy at times but that didn't stop me from enjoying it! I never really put words to it before reading this book but I have always shared the sentiment that "things" have stories to tell and I really liked the idea of writing a novel around that concept. ( )

A light, heart-warming read without being sappy or overly-emotional. This book found its reader at the right time. ( )

Easy to read but not a book I’d recommend. ( )

This was a warm-hearted read for lovers of chick lit. While I found the main protagonist a bit weak and wishy-washy, I loved the secondary characters - Mimi (Dora's grandmother and the owner of the vintage dress shop), Gabby (Mimi's close friend) and Maux, who works in the shop. These three women were all slightly eccentric, but were also big-hearted and full of wisdom. The only parts I didn't like were the stories about the secret life of the dresses. Whilst I liked the premise, I found they interrupted the overall flow of the story. ( )