I remember watching every moment with goosebumps in my parents family room. I was 10 and already sewing. I have always wanted to see the process of how these suits were fabricated. My Dad, who was Head of Design at Phila. Naval Shipyard, and I had many discussions over the years on the designs and requirements of those suits. We also had a good discussion one day on the internal structure and engineering required to hold up a strapless dress; he was impressed. I would love to acquire this volume for my library of sewing and design books!

I hope the piece you ran on Andra Gabrielle is included. Fabulous designer; excellent piece.

Thanks for sharing this great article by Pamela Ptak. She is a wealth of talent and expertise, and I hope you print more from her.