Alison Houtte was raised in a family full of fashion-loving women who had a good eye for quality and workmanship. She worked as a model, moving in a world where she could further develop her knowledge of timeless styles and interesting retro pieces. Then a dream came true when she started a second career as the owner of the Brooklyn-based vintage clothing store Hooti Couture. In this entertaining memoir mixed with insider tips on how to shop vintage, the author shares anecdotes about her personal life, tells about the hunt for treasures in estate sales and country auctions, and relates the story behind well-loved pieces and some of the people who give them a new home.