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Book SynopsisLaunching a new series, What Coco Chanel Can Teach You About Fashion breaks down Coco Channel's life, work and legacy into 36 highly visual lessons. Covering the iconic looks, Chanel's inspiration and the details that define her sartorial tastes.

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Book Synopsis'Rebecca Vincent is a genius. I'll be tattooed by no one else.' - Sali HughesTiny tattoos are big news. With celebrities showcasing them on social media (step forward Kendall Jenner, Hailey Baldwin and Bella Hadid), micro tattoos are a major trend.This sourcebook of 1000 mini works of art, in a range of styles and carefully-organized subjects, is curated by talented tattooist and insta-star Rebecca Vincent.A source of inspiration for tattoo artists or for anyone browsing for a foray into ink.

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Book SynopsisForeword by Anya Hindmarch Decade by decade, the lavishly illustrated Vintage Handbags recounts over 100 years of handbag history, from Elsa Schiaparelli's mesh bags for Whiting & Davis in the 1920s through the Hermès Kelly bag in the 1950s to the Fendi Baguette of the 1990s.Accompanied by archive images, fashion photography and specially commissioned photographs of period pieces, the most collectible and beautiful handbags are showcased. An invaluable and visually stunning reference, the book explores the key designers, technical developments and cultural influences that shaped handbag design, revealing exquisite and groundbreaking work from such luminaries as Salvatore Ferragamo, Coco Chanel, Hermès, Fendi, Bonnie Cashin and Judith Leiber.Table of ContentsForeword by Anya Hindmarch • Introduction • 1900-19: The Birth of the Bag • 1920s: Movement and Modernism • 1930s: Decoration and Surrealism • 1940s: Austerity and Innovation • 1950s: Structure and Decorum • 1960s: Youthquake • 1970s: Freedom, Fun and Fantasy • 1980s: The Designer Decade • 1990s to Now: Future Collectibles • Shopping and Collecting • Glossary of Designers • Index • Further Reading • Acknowledgements.

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Book SynopsisCreate the Cosplay Dress of Your Dreams Design and sew a ballgown fit for cosplay royalty! A crucial part of any cosplayers wardrobe, the right ballgown can transform you into an elegant princess or a dramatic sorcerer. But it takes more than just magic to create jaw-dropping gowns and ball-worthy dresses. Follow along with world champion cosplayers Cowbutt Crunchies as they walk sewists of all skill levels through building a ballgown with all the flourishes. This book contains everything you need to know about silhouette, planning, patterning, construction, corsets, hoop skirts, and trims. Craft your own magical fairytale masterpiece from start to finish! Curtsy with confidence! Sew elaborate cosplay ballgowns from scratch Take your builds to the next level with tips from award-winning cosplayers Regan and Kelley This complete guide helps new and experienced sewists build stunning showpiece gowns

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Book SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''The book is meant to spread joy, personal acceptance, and most of all understanding. Each of us is living our own private journey, and the more we know about each other, the healthier and happier the world will be.''Growing up gay in a traditional South Asian family in South Yorkshire, Tan France could never have imagined he'd become part of a worldwide phenomenon. One of the few people of colour at his school, he experienced racist bullies, found solace at his grandad's denim factory and eventually discovered his true calling at fashion college. Told with his trademark humour, for the first time Tan reveals the experiences that have made him the witty, compassionate man he is today.From meeting the love of his life Rob (a Mormon cowboy from Salt Lake City) to juggling three demanding businesses, Tan charts the highs and lows on his path to Queer Eye. And of course he can't help but pepper this bTrade ReviewSo good and moving. Great advice about marriage, faith and jeans * Zadie Smith *Frank and courageous ... blazes with light and honesty * The i *One of the few books I've read and thought “I get that”. Honest, joyful and relatable * Nadiya Hussain *Who hasn’t tried the French tuck? Peppered with fashion dos and don’t s, the memoir of arguably Doncaster’s most famous TV export is a must for any Queer Eye fan. * Evening Standard *Tan's book is moving, insightful, and hilare. Any bad stories about me are totally untrue, but the rest is brilliant. Best book of the millennium! * Jonathan Van Ness *

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Book SynopsisComplement your cosplay with incredible wigs – custom-designed and created by you! Regan Cerato of Cowbutt Crunchies shows you how to make dozens of extravagant wigs for cosplayer needs, from dyed spikes to dragon scales to fibre flowers and so much more!

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Book SynopsisGet the wardrobe you’ve always wanted, filled with only those pieces that you love to put on and that make you look and feel amazing.Trade ReviewThis chic, thoughtful book is full of genius methods for taking control of your look, your habits, your budget, and your wardrobe. Best of all, it helps you discover your own unique style rather than follow the trends – authenticity is always in fashion! * Alison Freer, author of How to Get Dressed *In a world inundated with fast fashion and rapidly changing trends, it's easy for our closets to become graveyards of misguided purchases. In the midst of plenty, identifying our personal style can feel harder than ever. Anuschka Rees's The Curated Closet is a smart, straightforward manual that encourages readers to discover what they like and to develop a wardrobe that makes getting dressed easier. Anuschka's pragmatic book should be required reading for anyone familiar with staring at a closet full of clothes and stil feeling like they don't have anything to wear.' * Erin Boyle, author of Simple Matters *

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Book SynopsisRedefining cool for a new generation, Pharrell Williams is a creative force, using music, fashion, and design to express his distinctive style. Originating at the crossroads of art, design, popular culture, and street savvy, Pharrell Williams’s output is unique. By playing off different disciplines—namely music, fashion, street art, and design—and using each as an element in the other, Pharrell has redefined the role of the contemporary recording artist, blazing a trail for other musicians and prominent cultural figures. Illustrated with lavish photography, this book also explores his musical career in depth, charting his many projects from his production team The Neptunes, to the band N.E.R.D., and his collaborations with friends Kanye West, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, and other hip-hop royalty. This unprecedented volume documents Pharrell’s prolific body of work and his contribution to contemporary culture. In his own unique graphic language, he details his extensivTrade Review"Illustrated with lavish photography, this book also explores his musical career in depth, charting his many projects from his production team The Neptunes, to the band N.E.R.D., and his collaborations with friends Kanye West, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, and other hip hop royalty. He details his extenseive creative pursuits, including clothing lines, jewelry, and accessories designs for Louis Vuitton, furniture and other product designs..." ~Highsnobiety"Pharrell: Places and Spaces I've Been, includes interviews between him and notables ranging from Buzz Aldrin to Kanye West to Anna Wintour to Jay-Z. " ~Spin Magazine"Pharell's intellectual curiosity will have your favorite budding artist finding inspiration in unexpected places." ~Complex.com“His book is an experimental and multimodal meditation on contemporary cultural context and its implications. The presentation encompasses commentaries and visual images, conversations and interviews with an eclectic A-list cast…” ~NY Journal of Books “An intimate look at the music mogul’s life, this volume highlights Williams’ constant need to redefine his art through collaborations with greats…” ~Miami Magazine “Tap into the life of one of time’s most innovative figures, Pharrell Williams with his new publication…redefining contemporary culture for an entire generation…” ~Plastik Magazine

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Book Synopsis'Any woman can wear shoes and handbags: it's not a question of how tall you are, how skinny you are, how blonde or blue-eyed or tanned or whatever.' Marc JacobsCarolyn Asome reveals the fashion accessory that can make any woman feel fabulous - from the myriad surrealist creations of Karl Lagerfeld at Chanel to Prada's democratic nylon backpack, from the exclusive Hermés Birkin bag to individual vintage gems, the handbag is fashion's most inventive accessory. No shock, then, that the handbag market today is worth more than a hundred billion dollars. From each season's must-have to five-figure rarities, the handbag symbolizes the inexplicable power of fashion desire. Vogue Essentials: Handbags explores all the greatest hits in a collection that any fashion devotee will covet.Published simultaneously with Vogue Essentials: Little Black Dress. This irresistible new series from Conran Octopus and British Vogue explores the key pieces in a stylish woman's wardrobe and features photographs from Vogue's peerless archive of more than a million pictures.

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Book SynopsisReach your peak personal style in 30 days with this unique, interactive guide to dressing for the life you want to live Personal styling and life coaching come together in The Style Solution, an action-filled guide to curating a closet that supports your goals and takes the stress out of getting dressed. Authored by Lauren Messiah, a Hollywood stylist-turned-entrepreneur who has built two successful online businesses, The Style Solution surpasses all other wardrobe planning books by helping you identify and clear the roadblocks that hold you back from putting the best (and best-dressed) version of yourself out into the world. Lauren breaks down the process of defining and building your style into a week-by-week plan that you can complete in 30 days or follow at your own pace. Throughout, the book offers advice based on Lauren's experiences working with hundreds of women, and provides writing prompts and space for reflecting on your own style journey. Maybe your closet is jammed with

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Book SynopsisAn unparalleled moral panic gripped the people of Britain during the spring of 1964 as two bitterly opposed domestic factions, the like of which had not been seen before, clashed in the nation's seafront towns. The Mods and the Rockers had grown in numbers throughout the decade's early years and by Easter '64 their ranks and their differences had become so great that they could no longer be ignored. The overt hostility these two groups displayed toward each other rose until conflict was inevitable. The ominous signs of this impending explosion were spectacularly missed by the authorities until it was way too late. In Mods & Rockers, author Gareth Brown explains the genesis of both movements right through from their conception to the cell splitting that separated them. It closely studies their development, and most importantly, highlights their enduring impact on the popular culture of today.

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Book SynopsisJoyful Mending shows you how to repair and improve old items of clothing by turning tears and flaws into beautiful features.Simply by applying a few easy sewing, darning, felting, or crocheting techniques, as well as some sashiko and other favorite embroidery stitches, you can repair your favorite pieces in a transformative way.Along with her own philosophy of mindfullness and Wabi-Sabi mending, author Noriko Misumi teaches you how to: Repair any kind of fabric that is torn, ripped or stained—whether knitted or woven Work with damaged flat or curved surfaces to make them aesthetically pleasing again Create repairs that blend in, as well as bold or whimsical visible repairs Darn your handmade or expensive gloves, sweaters and socks to make them look great again The joy to be found in working with your hands and the personal artistry you discover within yourself lie at the heart of this book. While nothing lasts forever, there's pleasure, as well as purpose, in appreciating age and imperfection. Joyful Mending allows you to surround yourself with the things that truly give you joy, whether they were given to you by a loved one, picked up in your travels or simply have a special place in your heart.Trade Review"…a resource as practical as it is whimsical… Misumi visually guides readers through visible and invisible mending techniques that bring new life to well-loved materials…Anyone wishing to preserve and repair their favorite clothes will find plenty of ideas and useful techniques here"-- Library Journal "Starred Review""…It's perfect for those of us seeking practical and creative ways to reduce our environmental footprint…If you have an interest in this sort of thing, get a copy of the book to see the numerous examples of clothing restoration. It is inspiring. Your repairs can be as subtle or creative as you like, and it's so satisfying to keep that beloved jean jacket going."-- Empress of Dirt blog"…Filled with practical mending techniques, both visible and invisible, Noriko approaches every mending project as an opportunity for creative expression…this book has the classic minimalist 'zakka' aesthetic that we've all come to love about Japanese craft books. Overall, Joyful Mending is a lovely read. It's full of practical instructions and lots of creative ideas to approach your next mending project with a touch of whimsy." -- My Poppet Makes blog

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Book SynopsisTartan is so much more than just a cloth. From its clan origins in the Scottish Highlands to the catwalks of Milan, London and New York, from its regimental history to its anti-establishment status, tartan has not only shaped a nation but has become an international style icon.The Secret Life of Tartan is as colourful and interwoven as the threads of the fabric itself. From troops in Black Watch tartan controlling Highland rebels to the Balmoral tartan exclusively worn by royalty, from the first tartan on the moon to the pattern of choice for punk and high fashion alike, tartan truly has a remarkable universal status.Today, tartan evokes history, kinship, tradition, romance, irreverence, fashion and style. The Secret Life of Tartan unravels the truths and the myths of the cloth that shaped a nation to reveal how it has captured hearts around the world.

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Book SynopsisNow in a beautiful tenth-anniversary special edition, Fashion House is the first book from international illustration sensation and bestselling author Megan Hess, full of inspirational interiors from the world of fashion, past and present. Ever dreamed you could live in the suite of a Manhattan socialite? Or the grand estate of one of London's men-about-town, or a Parisian vintage loft? Within the sumptuously illustrated pages of this collection, Megan Hess has assembled some of the most decadent and indulgent interior designs from around the world, along with suggestions for how you can incorporate their fashionable style into your own spaces. With a gorgeous updated design and format, Fashion House will inspire and delight anyone with a love of fashion, a penchant for interior design or an appreciation for the signature illustrations of Megan Hess. Trade Review"Ms. Hess has injected a fair amount of wit and insight into the subject as well as quite a bit of tongue in cheek humor ... Put it on your coffee table while your summer guests await that freshly squeezed lemonade. It's tart but sweet." – New York Journal of Books "This whimsical collection of beautifully illustrated interiors is a departure from the standard design coffee table book ... Fashion House celebrates both designers and style, and helps us look at the interior design process in a new way." – ARRAY MAGAZINE

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Book SynopsisThe Hats of the Crown examines 50 iconic headpieces adorned by the Queen during her reign, uncovering the royal, political and fashion landscape of the time. In her 70 years in power, Queen Elizabeth II has made her mark on history, navigating the ups and downs of the past century and wearing many hats – literally and figuratively. In 1933, little Elizabeth, sits in a carriage alongside her grandfather King George V, wearing a round, pink hat hemmed with flowers. In 2020, the year the world fell into crisis with the covid pandemic, the sovereign dons a very similar hat. Nearly 100 years have passed between these two images, a century of politics, diplomacy and fashion, which is told, in these pages, through the little-known story of the Queen's hats. With a foreword by royal correspondent Alastair Bruce, The Hats of the Crown is a beautiful and informative look back on the life and times of her majesty through these iconic accessories.

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Book Synopsis"... fashion journalist Claudia Joseph opens the door to the world’s most coveted closet." — Elle "Diana: A Life in Dresses chronicles Princess Diana’s sartorial evolution from her early shopping days at Harrods to working with world-renowned designers like Catherine Walker." — Harpers Bazaar "This stylish survey traces Di’s evolution from unsophisticated debutante to fashion icon, telling the stories behind her most famous, and infamous, dresses." — New York Post ‘I literally had one long dress, one silk shirt, one smart pair of shoes and that was it’ – so Princess Diana said of the day she and Prince Charles got engaged. Sixteen years later, Diana would die, no longer the girl with one dress, but a global fashion icon who had raised more than £2 million for charity by selling 79 of her dresses at Christie’s auction house in New York. This chic and stylish book opens Diana’s wardrobe to the world. From the Regamus debutante’s dress Diana wore at a ball at Althorp, her family estate, to her infamous Christina Stambolian ‘Revenge’ dress, which she wore on the night Prince Charles publicly admitted his adultery with Camilla Parker Bowles, each iconic moment is captured in these pages. Claudia Joseph chronicles Diana’s style evolution from the days she shopped with her mother for her wedding trousseau at Harrods, to her discovery of her wedding dress designers, the Emanuels, and her relationship with Vogue fashion director Anna Harvey, who introduced her to designers such as Catherine Walker, Jacques Azagury and Versace. She looks at the designers who shaped Diana’s image and tracks down her most symbolic dresses to museums around the world.Trade Review"Fashion journalist Claudia Joseph says Diana's impact on British culture was 'vital' highlighting how she 'spoke for a section of society that had been ignored up until then'." - LBC radio"A new book out from ACC ART BOOKS, fashion journalist Claudia Joseph opens the door to the world’s most coveted closet." - Elle"Diana: A Life in Dresses chronicles Princess Diana’s sartorial evolution from her early shopping days at Harrods to working with world-renowned designers like Catherine Walker." - Harpers Bazaar"See never-before-seen sketches of Princess Diana's most iconic outfits." - Tom + Lorenzo"Princess Diana’s legacy reaches far beyond fashion, but she is still the 20th century’s greatest style icon." - Yahoo News"Diana, Princess of Wales's wardrobe was the envy of women all over the world and her trailblazing sense of style inspired copycats everywhere." - Hello"The American press dubbed the showstopper the "Revenge Dress," while Britain’s Telegraph newspaper described it as the "pièce de résistance," and claimed it was "possibly the most strategic dress ever worn by a woman in modern times."" - InStyle"This stylish survey traces Di’s evolution from unsophisticated debutante to fashion icon, telling the stories behind her most famous, and infamous, dresses." - New York Post"Diana used the dress to reclaim her space in the narrative—asserting herself and her independence." - Town and Country Magazine"Before she was to marry the future King of England, Lady Diana Spencer was a shy young debutante with a sparse – and far from designer – wardrobe. Now a new book traces her style journey from ingenue to icon and the moments that led to the most famous dress of all time." - Australian Women's Weekly"look no further than Princess Diana’s ski outfits as they serve as the ultimate inspiration. In fact, the experienced skier’s bold, bright ensembles proved that she was the original queen of the slopes." - The Zoe Report"The stories behind the gowns." - ICONSA suggested read from Polit - PolitCommerce"Princess Diana knew the 'importance of dressing' - would often choose 'bright colours'" - read an interview with Claudia Joseph - Daily Express"Princess Diana really wanted her “revenge dress” be made in white colour as she was not convinced it would look better in black." - Geo.tv"Princess Diana almost chose a very different revenge dress — until someone super close to her intervened." - She Knows"Now, Claudia Joseph, author of Diana: A Life in Dresses, is sharing a well-kept secret about that ensemble that set the fashion world on fire." - Yahoo!"When she was with Charles, she didn’t wear heels because she didn’t want to stand towering above him. But once they divorced, she could wear what she wanted." - Marie Claire"While Diana has continued to inspire style in the years after her death, the U.K. native’s wardrobe wasn’t always so expansive." - Us WeeklyClaudia Joseph gives an interview to Royally Us Podcast from US Weekly - Royally Us Podcast"You cannot talk about the late princess without talking about the picture of her walking out of that car in that black Christina Stambolian dress." - Huffington Post UK"The mystery of how three of Diana's famous dresses were found in a second-hand shop... after being left there by Fergie's mother!" - Daily Mail"Magnificent portraits, detailed individual photographs as well as dress designs including cuts, fabrics and colours in which they are to be created make this book a fashion diary of the princess of hearts." - Lovely Books GermanyArticle by Diana author Claudia Joseph on an auction inspired by Hepburn, Garbo and Hollywood glamour. - The Daily MailTable of ContentsINTRODUCTION From Young Ingénue to Style Icon 6 The Christie’s Auction 8 REGAMUS The Debutante Dress 10 COJANA The Pretty Woman Moment 12 THE EMANUELS 14 The Engagement Blouse 16 The Black Ballgown 18 The Wedding Gown 20 The Tartan Suit 28 The Fairytale Ballgown 30 The Bahrain Day Dress 32 The Bahrain Evening Gown 34 BELLVILLE SASSOON 38 The Going Away Outfit 42 The Caledonian Ballgown 46 The Black Watch Frock 48 The Cocktail Dress 52 GINA FRATINI 54 The Black Polka Dot Number 56 BILL PASHLEY The Honeymoon Suit 58 JASPER CONRAN 60 The Red Suit 62 CAROLINE CHARLES 66 The Braemar Dress 68 The Burgundy Dress 70 BRUCE OLDFIELD 74 The White Lace Gown 78 The Black Velvet Ballgown 80 The Crushed Velvet Gown 82 CATHERINE WALKER 86 The New Zealand Ensemble 88 The Back to the Future Gown 92 The Mermaid Dress 94 The Grace Kelly Gown 96 The Stately Gown 98 The Bangkok Ballgown 100 The Peach Polka Dot Dress 102 The French Gown 106 The Tulip Gown 108 The Elvis Dress 112 The Burgundy Velvet Gown 114 The Scottish Gown 116 The Liza Minelli Gown 118 The India Dress 122 The Spencer House Gown 124 The Madame Grès Gown 126 The Petal Pink Ballet Dress 128 The Red Cross Gown 130 The Mughal Dress 132 THE FINAL SHOOT 134 The Grey Gown 135 The Tuxedo Dress 136 The Ivory Gown 137 The Gala Gown 138 VICTOR EDELSTEIN 140 The Travolta Gown 142 The Terence Donovan Gown 146 The Spanish Dancer Dress 150 ARABELLA POLLEN The Ruffled Suit 154 HACHI The One-Shouldered Gown 158 ZANDRA RHODES 162 The Cherry Blossom Gown 164 The White Silk Chiffon Gown 168 JACQUES AZAGURY 172 The Red Mini 174 The Black Fishtail Dress 178 The Ice Blue Shift 180 The Lady in Red 184 The Black Chantilly Lace Dress 186 KATHERINE CUSACK The Blue Velvet Gown 190 YUKI The Diplomatic Dress 192 MURRAY ARBEID The Star Attraction 194 ESCADA The Pink Suit 198 CHANEL 200 The Red Coat 202 The Mint Green Suit 204 TOMASZ STARZEWSKI 206 The Cocktail Dress 208 VERSACE 210 The Patrick Demarchelier Gown 212 CHRISTINA STAMBOLIAN The Revenge Dress 214 EPILOGUE Diana’s Legacy 220 Acknowledgements 222 Featured museums 223 Image credits 224

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Book SynopsisIn a culture inundated by personal branding, a fashion stylist and creative consultant offers invaluable lessons, tips, and advice, to help you define your personal style in a whole new way, by enhancing not just how you look, but how you feel.Trade Review"How to Date Your Wardrobe is an earnest and quick read for those who want to revitalize their style." — Booklist

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Book SynopsisGok Wan was born in 1974 to a Chinese father and English mother. He grew up on a Leicester housing estate before becoming one of Britain's leading stylists. He dominates the Channel 4 schedules with no less than three shows: How to Look Good Naked, Gok's Fashion Fix and Miss Naked Beauty, and has published three bestselling style guides to go with them.Trade ReviewAs funny as it is moving, Gok's inspirational story is a fab read ***** * Closer *It's the autobiography we've all been waiting for - the incredible story of how a 20st Chinese kid from a housing estate grew up to become a fashion guru ... this intimate memoir is full of insights about bullying, fashion and celebrity. Witty, honest and inspirational! ***** * Woman's Own *A revealing and unglitzy autobiography, about being a podgy, spotty teenager in Leicester, feeling out of place and out of luck and without much hope for a better future ... honest and moving -- Susan Hill * Spectator *Told with the wit and warmth we know and love him for * Best *Immensely readable, touching and at times funny * Sunday Express *

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Book Synopsis''An inspiring guide to developing your personal brand, achieving your career goals and shaping the future of work'' Red''Everything every career woman needs to know and yet is rarely shared so honestly'' Anya Hindmarch''Refreshingly relevant and practical'' Roksanda IlincicWomen have made great advances in the workplace, but despite that - and the overwhelming amount of career advice out there - the same issues continue to arise: how to succeed in a man''s world, how to combine a career with a family, how to be authentic and fit in, and whether it is even possible to achieve a work-life balance while chasing career goals.Unfortunately, much of the advice women are offered is badly out of date and lacking in ''cut-to-the-chase'' strategies that really tally with their experience of the workplace now. What''s more, the advice often tends to be defensive, focused on overcoming obstacles rather than drawing upon strengTrade ReviewThis is a kind book. Everything every career woman needs to know and yet is rarely shared so honestly * Anya Hindmarch *A fiercely feminine guide to power dressing * Daily Mail *A refreshingly relevant and practical perspective on the importance of prioritising female empowerment through self-expression * Roksanda Ilincic *An inspiring guide to developing your personal brand, achieving your career goals and shaping the future of work * Red *

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Book Synopsis''Hands down the most useful guide to pull yourself out of a style rut & master the beauty basics, full of things I wish I''d known'' Ashley James''Packed full of brilliant tips and ideas to live your best and most stylish life'' Hello!''Real-life advice from busy women for busy women'' Harriet Walker, Fashion Editor, The Times''They won''t just transform your wardrobe or your beauty regime, Sam and Gemma''s book is full of time saving tips, hacks and tricks; it''s the modern woman''s guide to life'' Deborah Joseph, Editor in Chief, Glamour''A really useful guide to streamline life, your wardrobe and to help you master the beauty basics'' Sarah Jossel, Beauty Editor, Sunday Times StyleBalancing a busy social life, maintaining healthy friendships, managing the motherload, focusing on family, running a home and working on your career goals leaves little time for anything else. Finding the headspace to look and feel great while you are trying to do it all can be completely overwhelming. Beauty journalist Samantha Silver, and fashion stylist Gemma Rose Breger, founders of This is Mothership, have the perfectly honed hacks to make it feel effortless.This is Beauty. This is Fashion. This is Life. will help you to simplify your daily routines, and empower you to become the best version of yourself. Whether you''re looking to revitalise your skincare, master pro make-up techniques, detox your wardrobe, learn how to style your body type, refresh your home or reclaim your ''me time'', This is Mothership can show you how.Featuring step-by-step beauty routines, hero products, capsule wardrobe planning, simple styling tips, lifestyle hacks and down-to-earth, relatable advice, Sam and Gemma will provide you with the expert guidance and tools to feel confident, look stylish, and find yourself again.This is the only lifestyle guide you need.

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Book SynopsisMove over Color Me Beautiful, an Emmy Award-winning costume designer shows women how to find their authentic style archetype. David Zyla has made women look sensational on the runway, television, and Broadway for twenty years. In Color Your Style ,David shows how every woman can unlock her authentic style based on a combination of her personality, her eight true colors, and one of twenty-four color-palette archetypes-from the Wholesome Flirt to the Romantic Poetess to The Maverick. Through quizzes, charts, and stories, women can discover the colors, clothes, and accessories that will attract love, power, energy, and attention. Color Your Style is like getting an astrological reading-only color-inspired-allowing you to learn more about yourself while you make over your wardrobe. We are at our best when we feel comfortable, confident, and know we look fantastic. Zyla and Color Your Style shows women how to be their best-without being

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Book SynopsisA dawn-to-dusk instruction manual for living effortlessly and elegantly in the modern world.Trade Review'An immaculately designed instruction manual' - 10 MagazineTable of ContentsIntroduction • 1. Morning Routine • 2. Fitness • 3. Grooming • 4. Work • 5. Wellness/Mental Health • 6. Eating & Drinking • 7. Socialising • 8. Home • 9. Play

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Book SynopsisA whole wardrobe in a book. Imagine a pattern. A pattern for a simple skirt. Let’s call it “The Skirt.” Now, imagine that this pattern is magic—it not only yields one stylish skirt, but in fact can be used to make six stylish skirts. By following different markers on the pattern, “The Skirt” can be: 1) an A-line skirt; 2) a maxi skirt; 3) a flirty pleated hem skirt; 4) a smart-looking pencil-wrap skirt; 5) a flared bias skirt; 6) a ruffled mini. But wait, there’s more! Following each look are six fabric recommendations, some of them easily repurposed. So now, not only does each pattern turn into six patterns, but each of the six patterns can turn into six different garments. With six magic patterns in the book, the end result is 216 original designs! The skill level is basic, and there’s a complete sewing primer included, with recommendations for basic tools, step-by-step in

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Book SynopsisMake 40 leather bags and miscellaneous goods with very simple, clear-cut instructions!

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Book SynopsisWith an international population bringing culture from all over the world, a reputation for cool minimal style (read: black), and a party scene where what you wear is everything, Berlin has a reputation as one of the most stylish cities in the world.From the turbulence of the early twentieth century to today''s status as a beacon for artists, writers and hedonists, Little Book of Berlin Style is your fully illustrated guide to Europe''s edgiest city. From street style to the catwalk, and from the club to the atelier, over 100 images depict the buzzing fashion scene of this cult capital of contemporary fashion.

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Book SynopsisA giftable illustrated guide to wearing socks, packed with history, upkeep and maintenance tips, and style advice. Socks, a bare necessity in anyone’s wardrobe, are often a one-and-done, wear-it-if-it’s-clean kind of garment. You put them on, pull them up, and go about the rest of your day. But there’s a lot more to a good sock than meets the eye, or the foot. Within the world of socks, there are a staggering number of options, from material to style to length to, of course, color and print. How to Wear Socks teaches you everything you need to know about socks. Written by fashion editor John Jannuzzi, the book includes a deep dive on the history, the basics, the key styles, and proper upkeep and maintenance. Once you have a solid foundation, Jannuzzi shows you exactly how to pair socks with different types of shoes. Whether they’re black, white, short, long, or patterned, there are rules. The book also includes fun sidebars

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Book SynopsisLearn how to create the coolest makeup looks from creative makeup MUA, Rachel Duffy. Choose from 12 key looks covering all the key makeup trends from everyday looks using glitter and crystals, floating eyeliner and neon through to more complex looks for special occasions.

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Book Synopsis"This book features the portraits and stories of fashionable seniors across Chinatowns in San Francisco, Oakland, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York City, and Vancouver, in a celebration of aging gracefully and Asian-American culture"--

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Book SynopsisLove those curls! “Embracing your natural curls is essential to self-acceptance. What a gift to be able to start children off right––loving their textured hair from the jump––with this beautiful, information-packed celebration of curly kids!”––Peggy Orenstein, New York Times bestselling author of Girls & Sex and Boys & Sex On its surface, Curly Kids is a creative, practical handbook about curly hair: how to care for it, how to style it, how to solve problems like frizz and knots. But it’s also a book about empowering your kids and helping their self-esteem, because how we feel about our hair is more than follicle-deep––and that’s especially true for curly kids who are known to go through bouts of self-consciousness and straight-hair envy. So by helping you and your kids learn new techniques like the Curly Girl Method of “co-washing” (using conditioner to cleanse the hair) and following an easy set of curly dos and don’ts (never “blow-fry” curly hair), Curly Kids delivers a powerful promise: Teach your children how to love those fabulous curls––and with Massey’s help, those curls will be fabulous––and they’ll have the confidence to love all of themselves. Includes: ·The nature and science behind curly hair ·Names for every curl shape ·What to tell the hair stylist ·Recipes for gentle rinses, washes, gels, and detanglers ·How to sleep with curls ·Special curly hairstyles for sports ·Plus true tales of Curly Kid inspiration

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Book Synopsis'A treasure trove of the best brands, inspired styling ideas and fashion editor insider knowledge' - Sarah Tomczak, Editor, RedThis is the ultimate confidence-boosting style guide you need in your life. Erica Davies is here to help you reignite your love of clothes reclaim your style and ditch the archaic fashion rules and language that hold you back from your happiness. Grounded by personal stories and twenty years of career learnings as a fashion editor and journalist, Leopard is a Neutral offers practical advice on how to make bold, assured style decisions, harness the power of dressing and curate a wardrobe of joy. Erica unpicks the damaging framework we use to think about our bodies and confronts the negative pressures placed on women - encouraging us all to explore and celebrate our sense of self every day.'This book is as amiable, relatable and stylish as Erica herself. Crammed with useful tips and advice, it's a treasure trove of the best brands, inspired styling ideas and fashion editor insider knowledge (like how to 'scan' the shops). Best of all it gives you the confidence to break the 'style rules' and instead, carve out your own. Bravo!' - Sarah Tomczak, Editor, Red'A brilliant style guide.' - Candice Brathwaite'Erica is one of those women who radiates joy and makes you feel good about yourself, so of course this book offers the same sentiment (along with some amazing style tips), I loved it.' - Alex Stedman, The FrugalityTrade ReviewThis book is as amiable, relatable and stylish as Erica herself. Crammed with useful tips and advice, it's a treasure trove of the best brands, inspired styling ideas and fashion editor insider knowledge (like how to 'scan' the shops). Best of all it gives you the confidence to break the 'style rules' and instead, carve out your own. Bravo! * Sarah Tomczak, Editor, Red *Erica is one of those women who radiates joy and makes you feel good about yourself, so of course this book offers the same sentiment (along with some amazing style tips), I loved it. * Alex Stedman, The Frugality *'A brilliant style guide.' * Candice Brathwaite *

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Book SynopsisAt once a lexicon of fashion and a style guide, The Style Thesaurus is the essential wardrobe companion for all fashion lovers.Style can be used to fit in or to stand out, to send different messages and, with the right knowledge, it can also be adjusted according to mood or occasion. The Style Thesaurus examines a wide range of looks, investigates their roots in history and culture, and shows how they can be curated or combined.Organized into groups reflecting the origins of the style - Utility, Music & Dance, Leisure etc - and fully illustrated, each entry includes examples, near synonymous styles, styling details, pairings and colour story. Entries include everything from Neo-Victoriana, Dandy and Rockabilly to Normcore, Modest or Afrofuturist.Trade ReviewThe "clothes we wear... function as a language that can, to some extent, be read," asserts journalist Kane in her comprehensive debut survey of clothing styles that "reappear time and time again" on city streets and in high-fashion magazine spreads. In each brief entry, Kane distills a style's history, signature garments, and role in popular culture... Students of fashion will be enlightened and delighted by this detail-rich resource, and even novices will be persuaded that "we are all stylists, assembling meaning to find our tribes." * Publisher's Weekly *A genius concept aimed at enhancing everybody's wardrobes, Kane's brilliantly structured Style Thesaurus models a wide range of fashion combinations for all occasions. * Waterstones Best of 2023 blog *

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Book SynopsisThe official authorized companion to the much-loved Netflix show Emily in Paris.Paris, J'Adore! is Emily Cooper's diary about her life in France so far. From leaving her boyfriend in Chicago to starting at marketing firm Savoir in Paris, it reveals all the thrill, fear and confusion Emily experiences as she embarks on her new life. She becomes acquainted not only with French workplace etiquette - the long lunches, the arguments, the determined reluctance to use social media - but also with Gabriel, the hottest chef in town. Some things, though, are beyond comprehension: like why the first floor in a Parisian apartment building is the second floor and the first floor is the ground floor.As the months go by, Emily learns how it's perfectly normal to have a glass of Sancerre for breakfast and how you should never turn up early at work. But more than anything, she learns about love, female friendships, and how exciting it is to step out of your comfort zone in this beautiful and intriguing city.Paris, J'Adore! is also a guidebook to how to be a Parisian, with tips on fashion, romance, and where to capture the perfect selfie in the City of Lights.Written in Emily's voice, it will contain the following sections:1. Emily's Fashion Paris - all about Emily's favourite outfits and designers - from Cadault to Chanel - as well as tips on what to wear to the beach, where to find the best boutiques, and how to dress like a Parisian; 2. Emily's Romantic Paris - the best bridges to kiss and break up on, where you can find the most breathtaking views and the most perfect backstreets, why the magic of the Eiffel Tower twinkling at night is the most intoxicating backdrop to falling in love, and a selection of the most evocative French songs to sing along to;3. Emily's Secret Paris - where Parisians show Emily the real Paris, from the hamman in the Mosquée de Paris to the Atelier des Lumières, and from small independent French cinemas to delightful neighbourhood restaurants; 4. Emily's Workplace Paris - how to navigate tensions and emotions in a French boardroom, lunch and coffee break rituals, Sylvie's own version of Savoir's Employee Handbook, and how to teach the French about social media; 5. Emily's Escapades from Paris - including the delights of the Champagne region, the sheer glamour of Saint-Tropez and the opulence of the Château de Versailles.Packed with four-colour photographs, exquisite illustrations and beautiful shots of Paris, Paris, J'Adore! is a hugely desirable gift book for all the fans of the show.Trade ReviewTrès exquisite! * My Weekly *

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Book SynopsisA beautiful guide with ideas and tips on how to elevate your everyday outfits, Dior-style.Learn how to create achievable and timeless Dior-inspired ensembles using your existing wardrobe by following these ten style principles. From how to work bold prints into your daily outfits and picking the skirt length that suits you best to establishing that one ''wow'' piece to impress, this practical look book shows you how to dress like you''ve been styled by one of the world''s best-known fashion designers.Along the way, also discover everything you also need to know about the personality, history, and extraordinary legacy of the classic French fashion creator. This is an essential companion for the fashion-forward and fans of Christian Dior.

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated guide on how to transform your everyday outfits, Gucci-style.Bring the defining principles of Gucci''s style to your own wardrobe with this celebration of one of the world''s most renowned fashion houses. From channelling the super brand with your beauty choices, finding your inner extrovert in the clothes you choose, and even bringing the influence of the house''s equestrian beginnings into your streetwear - this is an essential handbook for going Gucci, your way.Including the stories, history and personalities who have defined a legacy like no other, there''s no better companion for fans of Gucci.

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Book SynopsisThis invaluable guide will solve the perennial 'What to wear?' problem for women everywhere. A woman who is immaculately dressed and impeccably groomed will appear confident, sophisticated and chic. Witty and informative, Tracy Martin offers practical advice on how to appraise every situation and dress accordingly – from classic to extravagant. Learn how to adapt your style according to your inspirations and personality and avoid fashion faux pas. Starting with the classic Little Black Dress, with tips on how to wear and accessorise it, each part of your wardrobe is explored, from dresses and skirts, suits, and shirts to those all-important bags, shoes, scarves, and jewellery that finish a look perfectly. Plus, don’t forget what’s underneath – your lingerie is just as important as your outfit, and every element of underwear is covered here, including how to obtain a seam-free silhouette. So whether your style icon is Audrey Hepburn, Grace Coddington, or Kate Moss, you’ll learn how to put together an outfit with confidence and ease, knowing you have just the right Instagram-perfect look.

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Book Synopsis40 easy-to-sew projects with a timeless appeal that will transform your home into a pure and pretty tableau of handcrafted detail. If you long to give your rooms a vintage air and country-cottage appeal, you will love the retro floral prints and timeless designs of Home-Made Vintage, your perfect guide to creating handmade, easy elegance in your home. The book offers simple-sew projects to transform every room into the romantic retreat you’ve always wanted. In this step-by-step guide, Christina Strutt shows readers how to make a wealth of projects for the kitchen and bathroom, conservatory and bedroom – and for giving as gifts as well. A skilled stylist and designer, Christina reveals how to create a look that is personal and unique, but not at all labour-intensive. Reusing old fabrics and accessories in new ways allows the vintage and modern to mingle beautifully – and also saves money and time. The charming projects highlighted in this delightful illustrated book include crisp linen chair covers, a chic fabric headboard, pretty flower aprons, dreamy voile bed curtains and soothing scented herbal pillows. Home-made Vintage is a fantastic new edition of the previously published title by the same name.

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Book SynopsisBy Louise Young and Loulia Sheppard, 2018 Academy Award nominee for her hair and make-up design on Victoria and Abdul.'If you haven't heard of Louise Young and are interested in period makeup, or any makeup in fact, then we highly recommend you check out her latest book.' - PIXIWOOThe definitive step-by-step guide to recreating the most striking make-up and hair styles of the 20th century.Timeless is a beauty bible for the golden ages of style from renowned film, television and make-up artist Louise Young, along with Academy Award-nominated film industry hairstylist Loulia Sheppard.Step-by-step photography and clear, concise instructions help you to recreate make-up and hair looks from the past 100 years of beauty, from the dark, smouldering eyes of the jazz-age flapper to the red lips and victory rolls of the 1940s, right up to the electric colours of the 1980s and beyond.Accurate, practical and beautiful, this is the ultimate guide to the most classic looks of all time.Between them, Louise and Loulia have provided make-up and hair styling for stars such as Scarlett Johansson, Keira Knightley and Selma Hayek, and on films including Victoria and Abdul, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Pride and Prejudice, Florence Foster Jenkins, Anna Karenina and The Duchess, among many others.

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Book SynopsisThrust into the global spotlight on her engagement to Prince William, Kate wore a sapphire blue wrap dress by London-based label Issa that promptly sold out. It was the first step in Kate's evolution to become the modern royal style icon she is today – the Duchess of Cambridge. In the decade since, Kate has become the Duchess of Cambridge, a future Queen and a mother of three. Her outfits range from high street to haute couture, with women worldwide fascinated by her style and eager to copy it. The Duchess has used her clothing to make diplomatic gestures, to send messages of solidarity and to show respect. One day, her wardrobe underscores her status as a senior royal; the next it's all about being just like any 30-something Mum. But thanks to an explosion of 24/7 news coverage and social media, her choices are analysed more closely than those of any royal before. In this book, Bethan Holt marks the tenth anniversary of Kate’s royal life by taking readers on a highly illustrated journey through the Duchess’s style evolution.Trade ReviewWill thrill any royal fans - People.com With meticulous research, The Duchess of Cambridge both documents Kate’s style and unearths the behind-the-scenes stories of how it all came together - vanityfair.comFashion and royal lovers are going to love this book and how they can go back in time to see the Duchess’s fashion from her pre-engagement days to now, where her role as a senior member of the Royal Family has put her at the forefront - Royalcentral.co.uk

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Book SynopsisFantastic fashion that won't cost you the earth.What is a 'fashion footprint'? What's the problem with fast fashion? And is there any alternative to it? This inspirational guide is your sustainable sourcebook full of activities and practical tips on how you can cut ties with unethical fashion practices and form new fashion habits that work for you - all without compromising your signature style! Author Laura Strutt will help readers identify the approach that will work best for them - are you a seasonal clothes swapper or would you rather get crafty? Covering topics such as motivational mindset changes, trusted brands to try, buying and selling secondhand clothes, inspiration for upcycles, mending techniques and questions to ask companies before you shop, this is the ultimate book for the closet-curious who want to create a wardrobe that doesn't cost the Earth.

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Book SynopsisSeminal and subversive. Iconic and experimental. Radical and underground. This collection of over 500 vintage T-shirts has them all. Symbols of rebellion – worn by skaters, punks, metalheads and surfers alike – T-shirts have dominated pop culture for decades. Featuring stunning photographs of each tee, interviews from die-hard collectors and rare treasures from celebrated designers, Cult T-Shirts is a nostalgic dive into the world of 70s and 80s rebel subcultures.Table of ContentsThrash 'n Burn (skate, beach shirts, BMX) • Feel the Noize (let it rock, metal, jersey shirts, punk, new wave and beyond, superstars of the 70s, new romance, 80s megastars, Def Jam) • Pop Culture (TV & film, comics & cartoons, advertising) • Collecting & Sources • Index.

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Book SynopsisFor its luminescent beauty and timeless elegance, the pearl has been prized for centuries, from ancient civilizations and royalty to society girls and Hollywood celebrities. Not only a symbol of wealth, status and power, this rare gem is a moon-like talisman associated with healing, protection and purity.Weaving myth and history, art and literature, the sacred and the secular, this book unfolds the fascinating 4,000-year-old story of the pearl, including tales of pearl-divers in the Pacific, the jewellery of ancient Rome and legendary pearls such as the 500-year-old La Peregrina and the 14-pound Pearl of Allah. Here you will learn of the various types of pearls, both cultured and costume styles, how to wear and care for them, as well as pearls in popular culture and in fashions through the ages.Table of ContentsIntroduction • Ancient History • Natural and Cultured Pearls • Royal Gemstones • Legendary Pearls • Pearls in Fashion • Index.

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Book SynopsisA symbol of power, a promise of marriage and a girl's best friend, the diamond is unmatched by any other gemstone in the world. From ancient civilizations and the royal courts of Europe to modern culture, film and fashion, the mystique and glamour of the world's most brilliant natural treasure is told in a story that merges history with gemology, collecting with couture. Celebrating our everlasting fascination with this prized jewel, The Story of the Diamond gives background on merchants, traders and jewellers, from Cartier to Harry Winston, as well as legendary and rare stones, such as the cursed Hope, the stolen Koh-i-Noor and the ransomed Idol's Eye.With indepth information on styles, cuts, colours and carats, and both natural and lab-grown stones, as well as a chapter devoted to engagement rings, there is advice on selecting and buying sustainably sourced diamonds.Table of ContentsThe History of the Diamond • Gemology & Jewellers, Including: Natural and Laboratory Diamonds; Cut; Colour; Clarity & Carat; Brands • Legendary Diamonds, Including: Beau Sancy; DeBeers Millennium Star; Koh-I-Noor; Star of Africa; Taylor-Burton; Tiffany • Fashion & Culture • The Engagement Ring • Glossary • Index • Acknowledgements.

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