Create a black-and-white pen-and-ink illustration in the style of Edward Gorey, emphasizing intricate cross-hatching and fine details. Depict a single female figure standing in a bustling, neon-lit street, her silhouette simplified yet striking, with a calm, almost expressionless face. Render her hair in a stylized updo with detailed cross-hatching, and her floral-patterned dress with delicate linework to suggest a vintage elegance. The floral motifs should be subtly exaggerated, evoking an otherworldly charm. The background should suggest a crowded cityscape of neon signs and storefronts, rendered minimally through abstracted, geometric shapes and negative space, leaving much of the scene open to emphasize an eerie sense of isolation despite the busy setting. Incorporate symbolic elements such as a faintly outlined bird perched on a neon sign or a shadowy figure in the distance to add layers of mystery. Use Gorey’s characteristic techniques to bring out the texture of her attire and the interplay of light and shadow, creating a blend of urban vibrancy and Gothic subtlety.