TFG Exclusive: Book of the Month

The Fashion Grid's pick for book of the month this June is The Dressmaker of Khair Khana, a heart-wrenching, heartwarming true story about a courageous woman, Kamila Sadiqi, living in war-ravaged Afghanistan who survived the brutality of the Taliban regime by building a successful dress-making business.

Sadiqi's fearless and entrepreuarial spirit not only allowed her to flourish against inconceivable odds, but enabled her to create work for 100 neighborhood women. Despite the bombings, kidnappings, lack of electricity and violence in the streets, Sadiqi and her group of burqa-confined breadwinners worked around the clock creating beautiful hand-sewn beaded dresses and tailored suits. 

Sadiqi's story was brought to life by former ABC News reporter Gayle Tzemach Lemmon, who spent years on the ground reporting on the daily lives of women in Afghanistan. Lemmon was particularly drawn to Sadiqi because of her ability to mobilize and stay committed to her community. To purchase a copy of the book, clickhere.