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Cengage Learning EMEA SPA: The Official Guide to Spa Therapy at Levels
Book SynopsisEase your way into a life of spa luxury with this break-through guide to the latest spa treatments and everything you need to know to succeed in this booming industry. As the first and only spa guide mapped to the current occupational standards, SPA: The Official Guide to Spa Therapy at Levels 2 & 3 uses full colour step-by-step photographs taken in real spas to walk you through every key topic. Special learning features help fine-tune your learning, while the Habia endorsed content ensures this is the only guide which gives you a complete and professional introduction to the irresistible world of spa therapy.Trade ReviewAbout the authors Acknowledgements Foreword Introduction About the book Spirit 1 History and development of spa therapy Substance 2 The spa sector, market and industry 3 Financial effectiveness 4 Promotion of spa services and products 5 Health and safety System 6 Anatomy and physiology Sensation 7 Heat treatments 8 Chill treatments Splash 9 Water treatments 10 Testing, control and monitoring of spa/water treatments Soothe 11 Body massage 12 Massage with pre-blended oils 13 Indian head massage 14 Envelopment, wrap treatments, scrub, exfoliation and seaweed 15 Consultation and spa etiquette Seek Spa directory Glossary IndexTable of ContentsAbout the authors Acknowledgements Foreword Introduction About the book Spirit 1 History and development of spa therapy Substance 2 The spa sector, market and industry 3 Financial effectiveness 4 Promotion of spa services and products 5 Health and safety System 6 Anatomy and physiology Sensation 7 Heat treatments 8 Chill treatments Splash 9 Water treatments 10 Testing, control and monitoring of spa/water treatments Soothe 11 Body massage 12 Massage with pre-blended oils 13 Indian head massage 14 Envelopment, wrap treatments, scrub, exfoliation and seaweed 15 Consultation and spa etiquette Seek Spa directory Glossary Index
£41.99
Quiller Publishing Ltd How to Look Cool Whilst Learning Polo: A Very
Book SynopsisHow To Look Cool Whilst Learning Polo takes a very modern approach to the traditional game of polo. The author, SteveThompson, is a veteran polo instructor and professional player with over twenty years of teaching experience across the globe and this book is a culmination of his teaching and playing experience over two decades in the sport. This book, followed correctly, will save one a lot of pain, frustration and cash by teaching an aspiring player how to function correctly from the very start. More than just a technical 'how to' guide, it provides everything one needs to know to go from zero to hero on the polo field, and more importantly - make sure one looks cool whilst doing it!Trade ReviewThis certainly was easy to read and absorb how polo is played. The book was clearly laid out with high quality images and chapters. With checklists, diagrams and hilarious cartoon anecdotes showing from 'how to loft your ball' to 'scoring on and off the field', this book is a breath of fresh air in its instructional form... This is a great book for all equestrian enthusiasts which would also make a great gift too. If you gifted this book to a young and bold rider, I think it would definitely inspire them to pick up a mallet, buckle up their Argentine belt and head off to the polo field looking incredibly cool! -- Samantha Hobden * Haynet *Table of ContentsForeword PrefaceIntroduction The Difference Between Kids And Grown-Ups Physics! PART I: RIDING GUIDELINES/RIDING LIKE A PRO The Polo Pony Learning How to RideBalance Exercise 1: The Pyramid Stirrups Accommodating Motion Steering Exercise 2: Turning in the Pelvis Basic Polo Riding Walk Trot Exercise 3: Power Trotting Canter Exercise 4: Trot to Canter Transitions Transitions Advanced Polo Riding The Half Seat Exercise 5: The Half Seat Exercise 6: Accelerate / Decelerate Efficient Turning Exercise 7: Circles within Circles Changing Direction Exercise 8: Changing Direction Versatility Exercise 9: Sink left / Sink Right The Tube Exercise 10: Chin on Chest PART II: HITTING SUCCESSFULLY/WINNING AT SWINGING Mallet Essentials The Grip Exercise 11: Balancing the Mallet The Pendulum The Plane The Shots IntentionThe Smiley Technique & Grid Exercise 12: The Smiley Technique The Smiley Grid Exercise 13: The Smiley Grid The Nearside in IsolationThe Hitting Process The Checklist Perception and Height Deficits Making Contact Exercise 14: Working Backwards Hitting Discipline Accuracy On Distance Exercise 15: The Clock Power Hitting, Penalties and Pre-Swings Exercise 16: The Pre-Swing Pitch-Side TrainingPART III: APPLICATION/SCORING ON AND OFF THE FIELD Stick and Balling and Hitting Diagnostics Exercise 17: Stick and Ball Playing Riding Off Hooking Problem Solving Stretching And Finally... Acknowledgements
£22.50
Collective Ink How Not to Wear Black
Book SynopsisThis is the first self help book that looks seriously into the psychology behind why women wear black. In certain cultures it is expected that women hide themselves behind black, however women worldwide choose to wear it for their own reasons. They believe it to be slimming, smart, chic and easy to co-ordinate. A colour to be melancholic in during times of trauma, illness and depression. All women want to look and feel great - how would they react if they knew that black could age their faces by years, drain their energy fields and make them feel tired. This book is a guide for women to find out whether black suits their temperament and their genetic colouring. Whether it truly enhances their looks and personality or drains them physically and energetically? A self help book that will be a must have purchase for all women. Foreword written by BBC Radio 2's Janey Lee Grace.
£7.99
Batsford Ltd Fashion Doodling and Colouring
Book SynopsisA great book for expressing your creative fashion urges, with doodling, drawing and colouring exercises to fill in. Fashion illustrator and lecturer Frances Moffatt provides suggestions and half-filled pages of drawings and doodles for you to continue. Including sections on designing your own fashion blog, creating your own festival fashions, styling street style models from across the globe, adding bling to celebrity pets and creating your own fashion patterns and prints. This book is packed full of fun exercises to get creative and bring out the fashionista in you. Unleash your creative potential by adding colour, patterns and glitter to these line drawings to make them unique to your style. Whether it's a simple colouring-in piece, or a more considered drawing, the suggestions offer something for everyone and encourage you to make the book about your own style.Trade Review'A great way to stay creative and keep entertained at home’ -- The Pattern Pages
£8.99
Kyle Craig Publishing My First Sewing Machine 2: More Fun and Easy Sewing Machine Projects for Beginners
£11.83
Splendid Publications Limited How to Dress Like a Princess: The Secrets of
Book SynopsisA beautifully designed and presented guide to the Duchess of Cambridge's look and style. Packed full of unique illustrations and stunning images of Kate Middleton, this is a must-have book for fashionistas everywhere. Learn how to adopt Kate's classy, polished look with tips on wardrobe essentials and dressing for the season.
£11.69
Splendid Publications Limited How to Age Well: The Secrets
Book SynopsisThe author Anthea Turner, who is renowned for her own glamorous look, has spoken to and worked with literally dozens of beauty and fitness experts over the decades. Her long-ranging career in front of the camera has given her access to those at the top of their fields and here she reveals their secrets, hacks and tips on how to always look one's best, from achieving amazing skin, dealing with weight gain and the menopause, to spiritual well-being and contentment. This is a must-have companion, for every woman wanting to look and feel her best, packed full of stunning photographs and expertise from some of the top names in the beauty, fitness and wellness industries.
£11.69
Map My Style My Fashion Life in Doodles
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£7.49
HarperCollins Publishers Ultimate Sewing Bible: A Complete Reference with
Book SynopsisSewing is an extremely rewarding hobby. With so many different fabrics, embellishments and trimmings now available on the high street and online, it is easier than ever to create unique clothes and home furnishings. Now available in paperback, this best-selling title is THE essential guide to sewing. Each chapter is devoted to one key area of sewing and provides clear and concise in-depth instructions along with step-by-step instructions for basic principles and more advanced sewing techniques. Learn about materials and equipment, and choosing the right machine to work for you in chapter one, then move onto fabrics and patterns in the following chapter. Once you’re comfortable with the basic stitches, seams and techniques, learn how to make clothing, accessories and soft furnishings. With this book by your side, you will soon be able to make anything from a commercial pattern, and will also know how to alter patterns to suit your style. With a section on care and repair, you will find out how to look after and fix homemade and store-bought items. And if it can’t be fixed, learn how fabric and trimmings can be reused or upcycled into something else. This comprehensive guide offers a glossary of sewing terms, clear instructions and hundreds of illustrations and diagrams showing each stage of the sewing process. It’ll be the one resource that you will turn to time and time again.
£14.24
HarperCollins Publishers Freehand Fashion: Learn to sew the perfect
Book Synopsis Before appearing on the BBC's The Great British Sewing Bee, Chinelo Bally had never used a sewing pattern. She wowed the judges with her ability to create stylish, fitted garments using a freehand cutting method that was taught to her by an aunt. In Freehand Fashion, Chinelo lets us in to the secret of how she does it. Using a series of basic garment blocks, Chinelo explains how this innovative technique can be used to create a whole wardrobe of fashionable clothes that will fit every shape and size – with no patterns required. Based on a traditional Nigerian technique, Chinelo has developed her own freehand cutting method. The emphasis is on the individual’s own body measurements, and getting the perfect fit. This is a surprisingly simple technique that anyone can learn. No fancy equipment is needed – just a sewing machine, measuring tape, chalk and of course a good pair of scissors. Using step-by-step illustrations, the book shows how to draft, cut and construct the five basic blocks that are used – either singly or in combination – to make every item of clothing in the wardrobe. Once you have your basic blocks, you are ready to tackle the projects – practical garments that are fashionable, modern, stylish and versatile. There are tops, skirts, day dresses and eveningwear. This is an exciting sewing technique that will be brand new to most people, even experienced dressmakers. There really are no limits – and the beauty of this technique is that it can be applied to any body shape.Trade Review'With Chinelo's guidance, I'm inspired to nail freehand drafting' * A Stitching Odyssey *‘All you need to know to get started on freehand cutting’ * Sewing World *‘Packed with bold and striking designs exuding pure elegance and style’ * Simply Homemade *‘A really fresh, elegant book that is packed with luscious images and projects’ * Simply Sewing *‘The Sewing Bee’s most glamorous star’ * Sew *
£18.00
Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd The Dress Code: A Man's Guide to Flawless Style
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£11.68
Murdoch Books Vegan Style: Your plant-based guide to fashion +
Book Synopsis'...this little gem....will be my constant companion on my continued journey to a kinder lifestyle.' - Shelly Vela, former fashion director at Cosmopolitan UK Your ultimate guide to living a luxurious, cruelty-free life. Ready to take vegan living beyond the kitchen? Vegan Style is an informative and inspiring guide to compassionate living, featuring cruelty-free beauty products, style advice from some of today's most creative and innovative vegan designers, and pointers on everything from sourcing faux leather jackets to travelling as a vegan and so much more. Filled with beautiful photography, interviews with industry leaders and inspiring home, style, travel and beauty tips, Vegan Style is a luxurious dose of lifestyle inspiration for the conscious crowd.
£13.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC How to Read Fashion: A Crash Course in
Book SynopsisA practical introduction to key fashion trends from the little black dress and bowler hat to the ladies trouser suit and 2:55 bag. Fashion is all around us, and few of us are unaffected by it; yet, how many people know the origins of the little black dress, bowler hat or ladies trouser suit? How many people can pin down the famous brand of leather jacket Marlon Brando wore in The Wild One, or why the Chanel bag is known as the 2:55 bag? How to Read Fashion identifies the main fashion trends of the past 200 years and shows you how they relate to contemporary styles. From Neo-Classical to Gothic, Empire to Punk, Military and Designer Branding, explore the defining characteristics of each ‘look' and read about the techniques and materials for some additional technical grounding. Finally, find out how all these trends are applied in the world of men's and women's fashions, including formal, casual and leisure wear, as well as accessories, jewellery, hair styles and make-up. As both a dip-in reference and stylish resource, How to Read Fashion equips you with the visual vocabulary to understand, investigate and interpret styles.Trade ReviewFashion is all around us but many people don't know the origins of classic pieces...Help is at hand from a new book, How to Read Fashion, which gives a crash course in understanding styles. * Glasgow Sunday Mail *Table of ContentsIntroduction Grammar of Styles Techniques Materials Male Formal Female Formal Male Casual Female Casual Male Leisure Female Leisure Male Accessories Female Accessories Jewellery Hair & Make-up Designers & Brands Appendices - Glossary - Resources - Index - Acknowledgements
£13.49
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Coco Rules: Life and Style according to Coco
Book SynopsisCoco Rules takes 30 quotes from the inimitable Coco Chanel and translates them into modern, practical style rules to live by.With her trademark acerbic wit and no-nonsense attitude, Coco Chanel has always been a wonderfully entertaining source on matters of life and style. Coco Rules gathers her words of wisdom on both fashion and empowerment and uses them to provide solutions to many of the style-based conundrums you might encounter, as well as inspiration on how to be the very best version of yourself - strong, fearless and confident - no matter what you wear. Written by acclaimed fashion journalist Katherine Ormerod, each rule is accompanied by a bold and stylish illustration from Carolina Melis.
£11.69
Whitefox Publishing Ltd Fashion After Fifty New Edition
Book SynopsisThe trouble with being over fifty is that everything starts to change. By sixty, gravity has started to pull hard and by seventy there is an urgent need to cover up some of the wobbly bits. The female ageing process has not been helped by society's worship of youth and airbrushed beauty. Yet despite the youth-obsessed society of which the fashion industry is only one reflection, women continue to need to feel good about themselves, to nurture their self-confidence; to re-educate themselves about what works and why, to seek new doyennes of style and to retain beauty that is attainable past the first blush of youth.In this timely new edition of her tongue-in-cheek look at the fashion world, Kaaren Hale gives us her take on the industry and how to confidently find your own style in an ever-changing and confusing landscape.The women of her generation are the product of the conservative Fifties, the Swinging Sixties, the boom-boom Eighties and sober Nineties. They have enjo
£14.24
Murdoch Books Why Did I Buy That?: Fashion mistakes, life
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Maggie Alderson and Marian Keyes's Making It Up As I Go Along. Musings, style tips and thoughts on being a woman from one of Australia's leading fashion experts.'Like chatting to a - hilarious - best friend, who happens to be an A-list fashion insider.' -Maggie Alderson'It's possible to both love fashion and see through it at the same time . . . Kirstie Clements is a very wise woman.' -Laura Brown, Editor-in-Chief, InStyleKirstie Clements has seen trends come and go, from the sublime to the ridiculous, but she knows real style when she sees it. This is about how to spot those wardrobe gems, from a classic loafer that makes you feel comfortable in your own skin, to a beautiful winter coat to take you through more than one season. Why Did I Buy That? is for those with an interest in style and fashion who want to know what to wear, what to buy and how to age stylishly in these changing times.Sharing personal stories, musings on fashion trends and thoughts on everything from gender to selfies, Why Did I Buy That? is about how to successfully edit your wardrobe and lifestyle, how to live decadently on a budget and how to spend your money more wisely. Oh, and how to kick ass in your career with a well-chosen blazer. It's also for those of us who want to look good in our thirties and beyond without becoming a slave to fashion (or the surgeon's knife). Including loads of clever style hints and tips and a foreword by Brooke Boney, Why Did I Buy That? will take you by the hand and help you confidently navigate the often-challenging world of fashion trends and impulse buys. Seasonal updates allowed.Table of ContentsForeword by Brooke Boney A life in fashion - making sense of the nonsensical Chapter 1: It's all in the edit Chapter 2: My mother's magical ensuiteChapter 3: The oldest person in the office Chapter 4: The khaki parka -fashion and the human conditionChapter 5: Size matters Chapter 6: The age of influence Chapter 7: Timeless style and wardrobe classics Chapter 8: The joy of shoes and bags Chapter 9: The dress code - somethingfor every occasion Chapter 10: Family matters Chapter 11: Elasticated waists and velcroshoes - not such a big stretch In conclusion
£13.49
Professor Smart Egirl Style Coloring Book: A Fun, Easy, And
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£7.59
Smith Street Books New York Style: Walk, Shop, Eat & Play: As guided
Book SynopsisGiuseppe Santamaria has photographed the evolution of street style across the world. As he’s snapped, he’s asked his subjects about the cities they live in and the places they love to visit. New York Style is the culmination: part fashion book, part city guide, and all NYC. New York Style features photos of NYC’s residents and asks them one question: what’s their “third place”? What is the spot they love to go when they’re not at work or home? Flick through the pages and take a tour of New York’s street fashion and the best picks of cafés, bars, stores, and much much, picked by the people who live in the city. A guide to New Yorkers’ New York, and a must-have for anyone exploring the five boroughs. Santamaria’s book marries fashion and city guide in a collection of everything that makes NYC what it is, from its people to its places.
£13.50
Smith Street Books How to be French: Eat, drink, dress, travel and
Book SynopsisWhat does it mean to be French? Is it pausing to enjoy a glass of good wine or a spread of cheese? A flâneur down laneways steeped in history? Knowing just how to dress so you always look effortlessly chic? This book is a celebration of the French lifestyle – an education in drinking to savour the moment, travelling indulgently, and cherishing food and culture. A lesson in the joy of taking things slowly. We may not all live in France, but anyone can learn how to be un petit plus français with this guide by Janine Marsh.
£13.50
Smith Street Books How to Keep Your Clothes Forever
Book SynopsisMake your wardrobe last a lifetime with this practical beginner's guide to caring for your clothes. The average person buys 56 items of new clothing each year and wears them seven times before getting rid of them. Over fifty percent of the clothes we purge ends up in landfill overseas, so it's about time we slowed down to find a solution to our fast-fashion addiction. In How to Keep Your Clothes Forever, textile designer Leah Giblin shares thoughtful and easy ways to repair, renew and care for the clothes you already love and own that are not just good for your wallet, but the planet too.
£17.00
B Styled for Life BSTYLED for Life: Living With Sass And Style Over
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£17.05
Oro Editions Weddings, Butterflies & The Sweetest Dreams
Book SynopsisFollowing the success of her first book, Butterflies and All Things Sweet (ISBN 9781939621016, Goff Books), which won a number of important international design awards, style icon Bonnae Gokson is back this time focusing on weddings from different cultures, and celebrating beauty, creativity, individuality, artistry, and love in all its forms. Weddings, Butterflies & The Sweetest Dreams is a book like no other. With contributions by Vera Wang, world-renowned couture wedding gown designer, and Iris Apfel, iconic fashion industry personality, it is a unique visual feast, exploring couture wedding celebrations in a completely fresh and unexpected manner. Through exquisite, sophisticated and surprising imagery - from Paris haute couture to a ranch in Montana - it reveals the way Bonnae sees the world, inspired by everything from poetry to fine art resulting in a timeless, contemporary aspirational journey through a treasure trove of multi-cultural artistry.
£45.00
BenBella Books Get It!: A Beauty, Style, and Wellness Guide to
Book SynopsisHey, gorgeous! You know how you're always thinking about getting more organized? More focused? Healthier? Changing up your hair routine? And so many other things? It's time to stop thinking about it and do it! We know getting started seems overwhelming; we've been there. We're both busy professionals and moms, so we know how self-care gets pushed to the side. But that's not the way it should be! We want to help you become your best self--that's why we teamed up to write Get It! And gathered all our favorite tips, tricks, and secrets to help you get whatever "it" you want: Get Centered, Get on Track, Get Organized, Get Healthy, Get Fit, Get Beautiful Hair, Get Flawless Skin, Get Made Up, Get Stylish and Sexy--in just minutes a day. From finding a calm center amidst chaos and dressing for your body type in your 30s, 40s, and beyond, to getting in shape no matter what your schedule looks like and saving time on hair, makeup, and looking and feeling young, Get It! is the ultimate handbook to finding style, beauty, and wellness within yourself while getting exactly what you want out of life. We're so excited to share this book with you. Whatever you want--it's time to get it! XOXO, Jacqueline and JeneTrade Review"We 'GET IT' and so should you! A terrific guide for a 'GO TO GAL'!" --Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb "As an avid health and wellness advocate myself, I found Get It! to be a great guide for all women who want to be the best they can be." --Joan Lunden, award-winning journalist and bestselling author
£14.24
Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale Queer Eye: Love Yourself. Love Your Life.
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£21.00
Tenderbooks You gotta keep your head straight about clothes
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£13.30
Editions Flammarion Get Gorgeous: Twenty-One Days to a More
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£12.33
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Editions Flammarion [Sur]Naturel Cartier: High Jewelry and Precious
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£76.50
Editions Flammarion Anatomy of Style
£12.33
Editions Flammarion Fred: The Sunlight Jeweller
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£41.25
Editions Flammarion Fred (Chinese edition)
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£41.25
Editions Flammarion Fred (Korean edition)
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£41.25
Editions Flammarion Fred (Japanese edition)
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£41.25
Editions Flammarion Cartier: Le Voyage Recommencé: High Jewelry and
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£63.75
Editions Flammarion Africa: The Fashion Continent
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£41.25
Editions Flammarion The Parisian Field Guide to Men's Style
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£12.33
Editions Flammarion Parisian Chic Look Book: What Should I Wear
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£12.33
Books on Demand 12 Aroma-Öle, die Frauen das Leben erleichtern: Mit ätherischen Ölen entspannt durch die verschiedenen Lebensabschnitte
£16.62
Books on Demand Ernährungstagebuch: Abnehmen durch Dokumentieren
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£12.90
Georg Callwey The Fashion Yearbook 2022: Best of campaigns,
Book SynopsisThe fashion world is creative, expressive, impressive, and is always fast moving. The Fashion Yearbook 2022 is a beautifully illustrated book showcasing the best fashion series and photos from the international fashion scene of 2021. A jury of international experts like Donald Schneider (former art director of French Vogue and creative mind of the H&M designer collaborations), or Masha Fedorova (former editor-in-chief of Russian Vogue and Glamour), have selected the best editorials, covers and campaigns to feature in this must-have volume. The creative people behind it, such as photographers, stylists, Models and make-up artists are also presented here in detail.
£49.50
Ju20th Century Fashion Italien Espagnol
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£28.84
EI Publishing Co., Ltd Riders Jacket Stylebook
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£19.35
Sterling Publishers Pvt.Ltd 5 Steps to Maintain Good Health & Beauty: Do You
Book SynopsisBoth health and beauty are an integral part of a perfect personality. This book is a complete guide to perfect health and beauty. It gives a detailed account of the anatomy of the skin, discusses various common skin problems like acne and pimples and provides solutions to make your skin supple and healthy. It also tackles other health and beauty problems.
£5.99
B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd Be Beautiful Slim & Trim
Book SynopsisTo be a real beauty one should be a winner in life, one should stand out amongst others and make an impression wherever one goes. Today beauty is not only external beauty but also inner beauty.
£5.32
Random House, India Be Stylish With Pernia Qureshi
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£9.59
Random House, India Be Stylish with Pernia Qureshi
Book SynopsisPernia Qureshi offers fashion advice on what to wear for different occasions, body confidence, and style trends in her book "Be Stylish." The book guides readers on dressing smartly, boosting body confidence, and staying fashionable.
£26.24
Damiani Azzedine Alaia Thierry Mugler
Book SynopsisEstablished in Paris in 1956, Azzedine Alaïa accompanies his female friends in their desire for a demanding yet discreet wardrobe. Azzedine has acquired the reputation of a great cutter heir to an academic tradition that places him in the direct line of Cristóbal Balenciaga or Madeleine Vionnet. Couturiers and fashion designers know they can count on him to refine certain complex designs or lend a hand on a collection that needs finishing. This was the case for Yves Saint Laurent. It was also the case with Thierry Mugler, whom Alaïa met in 1979 and with whom he forged a real friendship. For his autumn-winter 1979-80 collection, Mugler invited Alaïa to design the series of tuxedos for his fashion show, and in the press kit that accompanied the presentation of his creations that season, he thanked him publicly. In the hands of the man who never wanted to transgress the laws of cut, powder-grain and satin trouser suits acquired a form of notability and fluidity that was much appreciated. This collaboration encouraged Alaïa to become a designer himself. Mugler strongly encouraged him, and his support proved both vital and unfailing. On Rue de Bellechasse, where Azzedine has set up his workshops, Mugler, always flanked by his bicycle, brings in the top fashion journalists. In 1982, at the request of the American department store Bergdorf Goodman, Alaïa presented a show in New York. It was Mugler who persuaded him to do so, Alaïa imagining that the invitation was a joke! The designer, friend and admirer, accompanied him, organized and built the show himself, answered and translated interviews, and supported his comrade in the smallest tasks, for which he was eternally grateful. In the summer, they spend their vacations together in Tunisia at the home of lifelong friend Latifa and Leila Menchari. Companions for a decade that they preempted stylistically, Alaïa and Mugler freely let their influences influence each other's creations. In the 1980s, both divinized the woman, proclaiming the return of glamour in glory and Hollywood as their inspiration, a world away from the folkloric fashions of the 1970s. They shared a common silhouette where majestic shoulders contrasted with choked waists and blossoming hips, memories and fantasies of the fashions of the 1930s and 1950s and the couturiers Adrian, Jacques Fath, Christian Dior and Cristóbal Balenciaga in the lead. If Mugler had a flair for showmanship, orchestrating the biggest ever parade of his creations and fantasies at Zenith in 1984, Alaïa had a taste for intimacy and perfection. But it's with a shared spirit that their collections respond to each other. United by mutual love at first sight, Mugler always showed the young couturier a preview of his collections. He even agreed that Zuleika, his lifelong muse, and Mirabelle, his no less regular collaborator, would marry into the Alaïa family and company, which he firmly supported in its development. Contemporaries, friends, both deceased within six years of each other, the two designers showed deep respect for each other's careers throughout their lives. Azzedine Alaïa, the couturier and collector behind a vast and renowned fashion heritage, has preserved over 200 Thierry Mugler-branded creations.
£33.75
BIS Publishers B.V. Never Leave the House Naked: And 50 Other
Book SynopsisA list of inspirational/delusional fashion jargon for the world to judge.
£22.52
BIS Publishers B.V. Dear Fashion Diary: Discover Your Taste-Become
Book SynopsisDear Fashion Diary is an illustrated diary full of fashion assignments for young fashionistas to explore their taste and style and trust their deepest fashion longings to. It is a highly creative activity book letting you collect your favourite outfits, create inspiration collages, list your must-haves and much more! This diary is a wonderful way of recording your fashion life and collect your style inspiration between two covers!
£11.69
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