The book includes articles and essays by the famous fashion historian, art critic and theater artist Alexander Vasiliev. In the 1980s, he emigrated to France, where he collected a unique collection of costumes and accessories from the 19th and 20th centuries. The author talks in the book about the history of his collection, remembers his parents, and shares thoughts about the history and evolution of clothing. In the new book, Alexander Vasiliev also acts as a chronicler of Russian emigration, talking about famous Russian ballerinas and actresses, with many of whom he had friendly relations. “Etudes on Fashion and Style” are written brightly and very lively, which makes this book accessible to the widest readership.