What did you know about Mary Quant and her various business lines before reading the book?
I was in high school and college during the 1960s and 70s and fondly remember rolling up my waistband to shorten my skirt to “mini” levels and swing dresses in bright colors, so I was conscious of Mary Quant at the beginning of her career. It was interesting to read more about her later life in this book,
I honestly knew practically nothing about her. We’ve had her as a trivia question a few times at the local pub quiz, but that was about the extent of it for me. This book actually made me want to learn more about her and read some non-fiction about her and the era.
I was very lucky. My father went to London and brought me 2 Mary Quant outfits complete with long stockings when I was in college in Buffalo, NY. They caused a sensation. I was refused admittance to a classy restaurant until I agreed to wrap a tablecloth around my waist! How I loved those clothes!
I knew nothing of Mary Quant and her designs. It was fascinating to learn her creative process, and how APG supported her through her career.