Our work delves into the intriguing contrast between clothing and costume and its modern-day significance. We pose the question: Do individuals wear clothing, while their personas don costumes? At the heart of our exploration stands Žofia Bartáková, affectionately known as the Countess. An enigmatic figure enveloped in a tapestry of myths and gossip, the Countess graced the streets of Prague until the nineties, often frequenting iconic spots like Hotel Evropa and the Narcis cabaret after dark. Join us on a journey as we unravel the captivating story of the Countess and delve into the nuanced relationship between attire and identity.