Because this book was from the Victoria & Albert museum - presumably the accompaniment to an exhibit about Grace Kelly fashion - I really expected the photography to be of much higher caliber than it was. The clothes on exhibit were photographed from odd angles and didn't have the sharp lens focus that I have seen in other museum-published books. I appreciate that the intent was to focus on some detail of the dress (side strap close-up of the "Oscar dress"), but we also never got to see the dress showcased, sometimes only the live or "press" photo of Grace Kelly wearing the outfit (and then the view of the clothes was circumstantial and at times partially hidden). As a person interested in the exquisite "iconic" fashion worn by Grace Kelly and fashion construction overall, I was disappointed. The text with the photos was trite; a rehashing of captions and descriptions that had been used already with many Grace Kelly photos. The best photo is on the front cover, and even here the color values seemed to be a little off. I have seen the photo before in better focus thereby giving the viewer a good look at the two tone bodice as well as the skillful piece work. Perhaps the V&A exhibit had a catalog that showcased the fashion to better advantage? I hope so because this book, though expensive to publish, doesn't do it.Get more detail about Grace Kelly Style: Fashion for Hollywood's Princess.
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