Serah-Marie Mcmahon

About the Author

Serah-Marie McMahon is a captivating historian and author whose work delves into the shadowy intersections of fashion and human folly. With a keen eye for the dramatic and a penchant for unearthing forgotten tales, she explores how the pursuit of style has led to unexpected perils throughout the ages. Drawing from extensive research in archives and museums, McMahon blends meticulous scholarship with engaging storytelling to reveal the human stories behind historical mishaps. Her debut book, 'Killer Style: How Fashion Has Injured, Maimed, and Murdered Through History,' has garnered praise for its witty insights and vivid recreations of wardrobe-induced disasters, from corset constrictions to toxic dyes. A former curator and fashion enthusiast, McMahon continues to illuminate the darker side of glamour, reminding readers that beauty often comes at a cost.