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Book SynopsisFrom choosing the right pair of eyeglasses to properly coordinating a shirt, tie, and pocket square, getting dressed is an art to be mastered. Yet, how many of us just throw on, well, whatever each morning? How many understand the subtleties of selecting the right pair of socks or the most compatible patterns of our various garments-much less the history, imperatives, and importance of our choices? In True Style, acclaimed fashion expert G. Bruce Boyer provides a crisp, indispensable primer for this daily ritual, cataloguing the essential elements of the male wardrobe and showing how best to employ them. In witty, stylish prose, Boyer breezes through classic items and traditions in menswear, detailing the evolution and best uses of fabrics like denim and linen, accoutrements like neckties and eyeglasses, and principles for combining patterns, colors, and textures. He enlightens readers about acceptable circumstances for donning a turtleneck, declaims the evils of wearing dress shoes without socks, and trumpets the virtues of sprezzatura, the artistry of concealing effort beneath a cloak of nonchalance. With a gentle yet firm approach to the rules of dressing and an incredible working knowledge of the different items, styles, and principles of menswear, Boyer provides essential wardrobe guidance for the discriminating gentleman, explaining what true style looks like-and why.Trade ReviewPut This On "There are dozens of new titles every year on men's clothing. About half of them are just rehashed press releases; the others give the kind of tips-and-tricks you see everywhere online and in magazines. Bruce's work has always been worth reading because he's one of the few authors who deal with genuinely classic style, but in a way that doesn't feel like it's just about rules. True Style is a great read for guys who find joy in clothing, but aren't necessarily looking for an instruction manual on how to dress." "Bruce Boyer is the Robert Caro of the cufflink, the Boswell of the bow tie. Any man wondering why he wears what he does--or how to wear it better--should avail himself of this indispensable volume." --Jay Fielden, editor in chief, Town & Country "Bruce Boyer is the Raymond Chandler of menswear journalism, a weight to carry. Writer and man of style Boyer walks the 'mean streets' of fashion with little armor save his pen and inimitable wit. Pushers of bad taste beware; he's out to get you." --Michael Drake, designer and founder of Drake's London New York Times Book Review "'True Style' is...a collection of peppery meditations from a man who has spent decades refining a theory and practice of dressing." Jeffrey Felner, New York Journal of Books "G. Bruce Boyer has, in essence, created an encyclopedia of men's fashion and style... True Style is the most comprehensive and all-encompassing volume on the topic of men's fashion that has ever passed in front of these eyes... Besides the advice, the wonderful and knowledgeable narrative, Mr. Boyer offers the reader the history, an aspect of fashion and style that is so often overlooked within this genre of books." Wall Street Journal "Where fashion was once dictated from the top down, it now rises from the street up. But as G. Bruce Boyer shows in True Style, islands of elegance still survive... [A] cheerful attempt to define the underlying principles for dressing well, while at the same time providing some of the history behind what we wear." "True Style charts a unique path to understanding men's style using a combination of pithy commentary, practical instruction, and historical insight--a heady mixture only Bruce Boyer could provide. It will be a reference on menswear for decades to come." --Mark Cho, The Armoury "A great read for anyone who is interested in gentlemanly style, by the world's best writer on the subject." --Francesco Barberis Canonico, creative director, Vitale Barberis Canonico "True Style combines historical insight, an elegant turn of phrase and sartorial authority, all enhanced with timeless illustrations. It is the perfect complement to the connoisseur's wardrobe and book shelf." --Christopher Breward, University of Edinburgh "The Ivy Style exhibition at The Museum of the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, for which Mr. G. Bruce Boyer was a consulting curator, is still being talked about among fashion leaders in Japan. We respect Mr. Boyer, whose appraisal of Ivy Style always influences new fashion trends worldwide." --Minoru Onozato, editor in chief, Free & Easy magazine It's Raining Menswear "In his new book, True Style, the fashion writer G. Bruce Boyer, who has an encyclopedic knowledge of the history of men's clothing, puts today's menswear culture in historical perspective." No Man Walks Alone "True Style is like a fireside conversation with an immensely knowledgeable and charming old friend, who also brought the brandy... Boyer has perfected a sort of literary sprezzatura, a studied nonchalance of approach that actually reveals complete control and mastery of his subject... [A]n immensely pleasurable read." Roanoke Times "There is a casual nature to [Boyer's] prose -- casual without being sloppy. He knows the rules of writing, and he knows how to manipulate the medium to provide interesting reading without being ostentatious. Boyer's history of men's clothing and style is informative and entertaining." The Hogtown Rake "Mr. Boyer is the most important and influential menswear writer of the last forty years." Macleans, CAN "Into the clatter of bathroom-mirror selfies comes this soothing waltz through the history of men's dress. Boyer...calmly takes the bewildered (and poorly shod) contemporary male by the hand and leads him from the red-soled brocaded excess of European court fashions, through the birth of the modern suit, and into the era of 'heritage denim' and the 400 T-shirt." San Francisco Chronicle "[An] erudite and charming new book." Timeless Man "Perhaps the greatest value in each chapter is contained towards the end, where Bruce highlights how best to wear the item in question, common mistakes which are made and how to choose the right item for you. Where may other books miss the mark is to give a historical account, but offer no advice on how to wear something well. I'm glad Bruce chose to go down the path he did, as it will be of enormous help to many men who read it... True Style is a true treasure." Apparel "[A] collection of articles and essays that not only helps make men better dressers, but also loads them up with fascinating historical trivia to display at cocktail parties."Table of Contents1. Ascots 2. Boots 3. Bow Ties 4.. Business Attire 5. Craftsmanship 6. Denim 7. Dressing Gowns 8. The English Country House Look 9. Evening Dress 10. Eyewear 11. Fragrances 12. Grooming 13. Italian Style 14. Ivy Style 15. Maintenance 16. Maxims 17. Mixing Patterns 18. Pocket Squares 19.Shirts 20. The Shoe-Hosiery-Trouser Nexus 21. Shorts 22. Sprezzatura 23. Suits 24. Summer Fabrics 25. Turtlenecks 26. Weather Gear Appendix: The Best Fashion Books for Men

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Book SynopsisA global, up-to-the-minute guide to navigating the fast-changing world of skincare, written by an expert at the heart of the business.Trade Review'Excellent, brilliantly researched and wonderfully comprehensive' - Funmi Fetto, Vogue Contributing Editor'The new skincare beauty bible' - Sarah Jossel, Sunday Times'Unbelievably comprehensive' - StylistTable of ContentsPreface: Skin is In • Introduction: The Big Issues • 1. Get the Glossary: The Essentials of Good Skincare • 2. Wakeup to MakeUp: Beauty Tips for Brighter Skin • 3. On the Go: Skincare Outside the Bathroom • 4. The Night Shift: Skincare Before Bedtime • 5. SOS: Skincare Saviours • 6. At the Derm: Your Guide to Skincare Procedures • 7. The Back of the Bottle: Decoding Cult Products • Tips and Notes • Acknowledgments • About the Author • Index

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Book SynopsisFrom one of our culture''s most important changemakers, a memoir of breaking barriers.When Edward Enninful became the first Black editor-in-chief of British Vogue, few in the world of fashion wanted to confront how it failed to represent the world we live in. But Edward, a champion of inclusion throughout his life, rapidly changed that. Now, whether it’s putting first responders, octogenarians or civil rights activists on the cover of Vogue, or championing designers and photographers of colour, Edward Enninful has cemented his status as one of his world’s most important changemakers.  A Visible Man traces an astonishing journey into one of the world’s most exclusive industries. Edward candidly shares how as a Black, gay, working-class refugee, he found in fashion not only a home, but the freedom to share with people the world as he saw it. Written with style, grace, and heart, A Visible Man

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Book SynopsisA photographic anthology behind the scenes of Philip Treacy.Trade Review"Lovely... All the most iconic designs are here."—The Observer "How did one man change our minds on headgear? Philip Treacy by Kevin Davies celebrates [...] backroom moments of Treacy's career, no less striking than the headpieces he creates... The unseen stories behind all the 'moments'."—The Independent "An usually revealing insight into the designer's work."—Harper's Bazaar "Revealing [...] photos of Treacy at work. He looks determined and serious, but he has a kind face and he's never a poseur... In short, this is a cool book about a great guy."—VICE "The head-topper extraordinaire gets a tip of the cap in the new book... Featuring over 200 images of the milliner's museum-quality lids, including head-turning snaps of mega-fierce singer and Bond villainess Grace Jones."—InStyle "Inside the pages are 200 intimate pictures covering everything from Treacy's years at 69 Elizabeth Street to the scene backstage at fashion shows to the dignified funeral held for Treacy's beloved Jack Russell terrier, Mr. Pig."—The New York Times Style Magazine blog

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Book SynopsisThe much-anticipated first book by photographer Kevin Amato, a leading influencer in fashion todayTrade ReviewAs featured in The Globe & Mail, The New York Times, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, W Magazine, and on American Photo, Cool Hunting, Crave, The Cut, DazedDigital, Highsnobiety, Refinery29, Slate, and TIME Lightbox"The design of Amato's book flows seamlessly with the energy of his photographs. A constantly moving layout, images dance across the pages, overlap, and bleed into one another; never creating a consistent pattern for the reader." —TIME"Amato is a pioneer...The gold hardcover [is] a celebration of diversity and fluidity." —Cool Hunting"Bringing street to art (and inversely, art to street) is his forté, and in a sparkling, gilded journal containing his most prized and expressive photos, his spirit and talent are both showcased and immortalized in print for the first time." —Milk Studios"New beautiful gold book." —American Photo"[A] delightfully gaudy, bright gold volume that is part retrospective of his work, part mood board, and part bible of youth culture." —Highsnobiety"Amato follows the generation of photographers before him, including Nan Goldin, Larry Clark and Ryan McGinley, who were interested in capturing new faces. For Amato, "the importants" are young New Yorkers that exemplify diversity and inclusivity." —JocksAndNerds.com"This set unfolds a like a multi-layered onion of surprises." —American Photo

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Book SynopsisAn unprecedented and intimate behind-the-scenes look at London designer fashion over the last fifteen years, edited by Tania Fares and Sarah Mower and profiling 50 leading London fashion designers, from Paul Smith and Stella McCartney to Erdem and Simone RochaTrade Review"A backstage pass into the studios of the capitals coolest designers... A gorgeous tome."—Sunday Telegraph, Stella Magazine "London has always been a creative hub... This handsomely illustrated volume explores the studio spaces of the city's fashion designers, from tiny, one-room start-ups to internationally successful businesses. Each chapter is written by a fashion authority... The book celebrates the people who bring so much sartorial exuberance to the capital."—Harper's Bazaar "Anyone with an iota of interest in British style will disappear into London Uprising... Reveals what makes London fashion tick."—Daily Telegraph, Saturday Magazine "A fashion capital that pulsates with verve... A fabulous account of London's style scene."—Red "Taking us to the studios of London's most renowned designers, we're granted access to the practices and philosophies of a multigenerational, multinational fashion community... The book 'brims with the brilliance of London's creative talents."—Refinery29.uk "Fashion fairy godmother and BFC Fashion Trust co-founder Tania Fares has teamed up with Sarah Mower to offer a behind-the-scenes tour of the British fashion landscape in the new tome London Uprising."—Evening Standard, ES Magazine "Insiders Sarah Mower and Tania Fares share rare access to London's hottest brands... Interviewed by fashion's top journalists."—Grazia "The book is a paean to 50 London-based talents."—Women's Wear Daily "Scours the studios of Jonathan Anderson, Simone Rocha, Duro Olowu, Christopher Kane et al, unpicking what lead to the rebirth of London's fashion scene in the early noughts."—Wallpaper.com "While the influence of UK designers - from Alexander McQueen to Vivienne Westwood - can be felt worldwide, the industry can often feel elitist and impenetrable. A new book London Uprising hopes to demystify this pocket of the creative industry that contributes £28 billion to the UK economy with interviews with the biggest names who work in the capital."—Independent.co.uk "Delves straight into the heart of what it means to be a fashion designer in England's capital today... London Uprising asserts London's unique position as a huge driving force in commercial fashion, as well as the city's punk approach to entrepreneurship... A lush snapshot of a time full of uncertainty."—AnOthermag.com "London is often where the world looks for a creative lead - and now there's a book to celebrate this... A rare look at the behind-the-scenes processes involved in what makes London designer tick."—DazedDigital.com "London's designers know how to mix art and commerce and have become such an important part of the cultural geography - and economy - of the city."—BecauseLondon.com "An insider's view of the fashion game."—Drapers "A tribute to the wild, weird, magical, mysterious, talented, and visionary designers who make London such a fashion forward place. From big brands working out of big historic houses to big dreamers working out of Seven Sisters studios, it's got a little bit of everything, a little bit for everyone. Buy it, buy two! Buy it by clicking on this link. Treat yourself. You deserve it."—I-D.Vice.com "You know those walking tours you sometimes pass in London? The ones with lots of excited tourists and a guide that is possibly holding up an umbrella. Well, consider this, London London Uprising: Fifty Fashion Designers, One City, written by Tania Fares and Sarah Mower, as the equivalent for fash lovers in book form."—10magazine.com "Fashion bible... The fashion world's great and good celebrated the publication of London Uprising: Fifty Fashion Designers, One City at an elegant party."—ES (Evening Standard) Magazine "Tania Fars and Sarah Mower were joined by the great and the good of the fashion world to toast their new book."—Grazia "An unprecedented insight into a kaleidoscopic, dynamic world of creativity and enterprise and an essential read for fashion insiders and anyone serious about understanding the business of fashion in the twenty-first century."—MatthewWilliamson.com "A book to celebrate British designers... Fabulous... Full of beautiful imagery and exclusive interviews."—The-Pool.com "More than just a coffee-table book, and perfect gift for the clothing-obsessed in your life."—Mail on Sunday, You "Some stories are begging to be told. The authors of London Uprising: Fifty Fashion Designers, One City know this... If you are passionate about London fashion or looking to dive deeper into the city's fashion heart, London Uprising will be your bible... If you want a first-hand experience behind the scenes of London fashion, in the company of a true insider, look no further."—SideStory.co "A riveting profile of the city's leading talents. With studio tours, intimate musings and interviews."—Sphere "An unprecedented and intimate behind-the-scenes look at London designer fashion... Stunning."—MrsD-Daily.com "For me, this perfectly captures everything I love about London and why it's the best place for innovation."—Alice Temperley, Porter "The best book I've read in the last year is London Uprising... It's beautifully produced... but it's also a sensitive, behind-the-scenes into this amazing creative hub. The depth and variety of designers and their studios is lovely."—Amanda Wakeley, Financial Times, How To Spend It "This is the most comprehensive guide to how to be in fashion, London-style."—Hong Kong Tatler (Hong Kong) "With diversity, innovation and talent adding fresh lustre to the capital's brands, a new book goes behind the scenes with the designers."—TheWeek.co.uk"The definitive resource for British fashion fans... It's the closest thing to a studio tour that you can wrap and put under the tree." —The Daily Telegraph

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Book SynopsisA cabinet of curiosities that captures the essence of Anna dello Russo - stylist, editor, and fashion icon like no otherTrade Review"Expansive... Includes Dello Russo's editorials, intricately styled outfits, and a wealth of personal anecdotes, fittingly larger than life - who else's retrospective would come complete with a pop-up book and trading cards?"—Vogue.com"Anna Dello Russo has been a powerful and visionary icon and a champion of fashion for decades... She inspires all of us."—Roopal Patel, Fashion Director, Saks Fifth Avenue"She's an absorbing presence at the international collections, what with her myriad daily outfit changes and fabulously risquéstreet style. And for those who have ever wondered what's going on inside the head of fashion icon Anna Dello Russo, insight is in sight... AdR Book: Beyond Fashion, unpacks Russo's world in one insatiable cabinet of curiosities. Everything from her holy commandments for how to dress and behave during fashion week to an autobiographical diary retracing her childhood to her present life as an international fashion plate is included."—Evening Standard, ES Magazine"Phaidon's monograph opens up the glittering and colorful universe of one of fashion's most photographed women. Made closely with Anna Dello Russo, this personal tome chronicles her work across Vogue Italia, L'Uomo Vogue and Vogue Japan to her street style legacy with the help of 800 photographs and illustrations. As well-accessorized as the woman herself, this volume is packaged in a keepsake box filled with tokens - like a deck of signature fashion trading cards, a pop-up book and a life-sized poster of Dello Russo, as well as excerpts from her personal diary and meticulously kept show notes, written from the front row."—Net-a-Porter.com"[A] pop culture history of the time when street style became a phenomenon."—New York Times"A unique insight in to the world of stylist, editor and fashion icon Anna Dello Russo, one of fashion's most eccentric characters. With a wealth of street style, editorial from her life in magazines, extracts from her personal diary and a few surprises, this book is fuel to feed her cult following."—Tatler.com"For decades, Anna Dello Russo [...] has defined fashion... AdR Book: Beyond Fashion is not so much a book, more a cabinet of curiosities."—The Times Magazine"In Anna dello Russo's fashionable world, more is definitely more... An ethos that has made AdR the undisputed queen of street style... It should come as no surprise, then, that dello Russo's debut tome is less a book than a personal stylist, best friend and babysitter rolled into one. AdR's commandments [...] take care of the first; her 'diary', the second. And the third – the babysitter – comes courtesy of a flip book, a pop-up book, dress-up-Anna paper dolls and sheets of stickers. Bene, no?"—Daily Telegraph, The Telegraph Magazine"Anna Dello Russo is one of the most influential women in fashion... There is no fashion event where photographers don't snap her looks, which are always daring, ironic and disruptive, capturing the imagination of her followers the world over. Now, she's decided to immortalise her career in a new book, AdR Book: Beyond Fashion, published by Phaidon, which takes readers on a journey through the whimsical world of her digital alter ego, AdR"—Tempus"A treasure trove of fabulous fun - complete with flip book, dress-up paperdolls and extracts from her personal diary. Reflecting on her career as a stylist, editor and fashion icon."—HungerTV.com

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Book SynopsisThe first book to document Los Angeles's remarkable explosion onto the global fashion sceneTrade Review"This gorgeous coffee-table book... Tracks L.A.'s ascension through the talents who put it on the map."—EnRoute"The book makes a compelling argument for the City of Angels as the newest fashion epicenter."—Modern Luxury Angeleno"Steeped in California cool."—Vanity Fair"Beyond red carpets and boardwalks, Los Angeles has exploded as a capital on the global map."—Vanity Fair"Cali-girl your style. Phaidon's new fashion bible spotlights LA designers."—Grazia"Your new favourite coffee-table read is a joyous study into transatlantic apparel. Fashion in LA reads like a smooth road trip through the states. It accelerates your history knowledge, maintains speed with informative brand memoirs and shifts things up a gear with striking photography. A non-fiction hardback bursting with local pride... Upon unboxing the book one can marvel at its cover, decorated with a vibrant font and graphic photo collage... Its inch-thick spine is inscribed with a list of brands that feature inside, demonstrating the efforts Fares and Smith have gone to in order to curate this behemoth fashion bible."—_Shift magazine"Published by preternatural maker of beautiful tomes, Phaidon, [and] digs deep into the roots of Los Angeles style, from its cache of design talent... [A] gorgeous, technicolor book."—PaperCity Dallas"A lush tome profiling 41 L.A.-based designers."—Vogue Online

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Book SynopsisDiscover the truth about weddings with this fun, witty, self-help book for brides-to-be.A Modern Girl''s Guide to Getting Hitched gives tips, guidance and case studies on how to plan for your big day, cope with your families and friends, and achieve your own goals. Entertaining and informative, it tells the truth about weddings that the magazines don''t dare to mention.Topics covered include: *Coming to terms with never being able to pull men again! *Dealing with the details that will drive you mad - and discovering the available options*Looking like a princess - without having to behave like one*Creating the right service for you*Speeches - choosing the right people for the job and controlling their content*Choosing a bridesmaid without losing all your female friends*Learning how to balance being a wedding bore with a full-time job *Judgement Day - including common disasters and last minute fixes. A Modern Gir

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Book SynopsisLouise Roe-internationally renowned fashion journalist, TV host, and makeover guru-knows style. It''s not about trends but about being your own person and sharing the things you love in your appearance, your home, and your personality. In Front Roe, Louise shares her expertise on cultivating personal style and feeling like a confident leading lady in your own life. In her first book, Louise has compiled the practical tips and secret tricks that she''s picked up through years of working in the fashion industry with magazine editors, stylists, celebrities, and most importantly, real women. Front Roe helps a woman discover her personal style through looks she loves-images in magazines that speak to her, quotes that inspire her, fashion or styles she is taken with, and family photos. Once the foundation is laid, Louise expands into the specifics of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, offering helpful advice from today and yesteryear on everything from finding the right un

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Book SynopsisExplore two dozen of the most glamorous, scandalous, and history-making Oscar looks in Beyond the Best Dressed, film and culture critic Esther Zuckerman's personality-filled romp through red carpet fashion, complete with original fashion drawings from illustrator Montana Forbes. From the show-stoppingly elegant (Halle Berry winning the award for Monster’s Ball in a breathtaking Elie Saab) to the decidedly kooky (Adam Rippon in a formal harness), the Academy Awards Telecast is one of the few nights of the year devoted entirely to glamor (in all its forms). Even in the age of streaming, millions upon millions of people sit down at the same time, turn on their televisions, and watch celebrities strut down the red carpet (and, sure, win some awards). Now fans can relive the glamor, drama, and lasting legacy of some of the most influential outfits from more than ninety years of the Oscar in Beyond the Best Dressed: A Cultural History o

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Book SynopsisAnd then he said it''s just a dog''s birthday party.Dump him.Barbie isn''t perfect-far from it. Honestly, she''s just like us. Barbie has bad hair days. She''s late to work (that oat latte had nothing to do with it). Nothing is fitting right. She''s also thinking about brunch after yoga. And she''s definitely so over having her job explained to her. Yet, Barbie can still find empowerment and strength through it all. For fans of books like Men to Avoid in Art and Life, Barbie IRL (In Real Life) pairs real-world thoughts and everyday problems with images from the popular and fashionable @barbiestyle Instagram. Beneath perfect Instagram posts and highlight reels, we all have our own insecurities and issues-and this hilarious take on Barbie by humorist Kristen Mulrooney is a much-needed reminder that even the most flawlessly presenting dolls have issues of their own. A perfect gift for any Barbie lover or fan of the Barbie f

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Book SynopsisThese are the uniforms not normally seen on an everyday basis by Air Force members, and include both formal and informal examples. With over 1,000 images, it is possible to trace the introduction of the various uniforms and the changes made over the years. Recognizing that uniforms come and go, this study provides the collector and historian with the uniform, and where possible, the story behind the uniform. Dave Schultz and Johnny Schlund provide a combination of decades of research, and cover aspects of the formation of such distinctive career fields as Flight Nurses, WAF Utility Uniforms, Physical Training Uniforms, the USAF Honor Guard, and the largest of USAF career fields, the Security Forces.

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Book SynopsisThis lively volume celebrates the contributions to inventive fashionable living by the New York– based style innovator Opening Ceremony—a bible for the fashion-forward and culturally savvy alike.In 2002, when Carol Lim and Humberto Leon opened the downtown Manhattan retail shop Opening Ceremony, they created what has become the most innovative fashion and culture destination in New York. Bringing together the best emerging American talent with international designers and historic brands, Opening Ceremony represents the best in fashion and has played a vital role in launching the careers of many young designers. Celebrating the company’s tenth anniversary, Opening Ceremony is a visually rich documentation of Leon and Lim’s diverse inspirations, collaborators, and creative community, including Ryan McGinley, Rodarte, and Alexander Wang. A celebratory look at New York’s quintessential style headquarters, this book will captivate and inspire readers frTrade Review“…an eye-popping scrapbook that—jammed with Terence Koh doodles, Terry Richardson portraits, and amusing conversations—is as enticing as a trip to the store itself.” —W Magazine “…published in honor of Opening Ceremony’s 10th anniversary, captures the brand’s approachable downtown cool using personal photographs, interviews with family members, and look-book images to chart the company’s history by year. The scrapbook like volume has a surprisingly intimate feel making it the perfect coffee table acquisition for the street smart stylephile.” —Details Magazine "The title richly captures the diversity and spirit of the store's first decade through an eye-popping visual documentation." —Sleek Magazine

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Book SynopsisFood meets fashion in these playful fashion illustrations of stylish ladies creatively garbed in fresh produce.Gretchen Roehrs’s art uses line drawings along with perfectly placed foods to represent the forms, colors, and textures of fashionable clothing: the result is stylish ensembles that would not be out of place in fashion magazines and look good enough to eat!From oyster shell dresses and pea pod pants to radicchio frocks and tomato handbags, Roehrs’s charming drawings delight with their inventiveness. The illustrations are paired with humorous captions and quotes commenting on the whimsy of fashion. A cornucopia of color and flavor, The Edible Ensemble is a tantalizing treat for the senses, a perfect gift for anyone who loves food and fashion as well as those who like to play with their food.

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Book SynopsisA celebration of the fashion missteps of otherwise stylish individuals—from celebrities and fashion and media insiders to regular humans.   In everyone’s closet, there is one article of clothing that truly demonstrates a momentary lapse in fashion judgment. I Actually Wore This is the first book to celebrate these fashion blunders and lets us in on how and why they happened: the purple velour jumpsuit that was supposed to make you look dangerous, the Baron von Trapp–ish Tyrolean jacket that seemed like a good idea after six beers in Munich, and the cocktail napkin–sized swimsuit. Each of these cringe-inducing items somehow managed to find its way into the wardrobe of a typically fashionable person, and the authors are here to tell you how that happened.   In I Actually Wore This, otherwise stylish individuals, from Bergdorf Goodman’s fashion director to actress and SNL alum Molly Shannon, choose the one item fTrade Review"This book is such a fun take on some awesome people’s worst fashion mistakes."—Dose of Glamour "When it’s time to sort out your wardrobe, isn’t there at least one garment that has you thinking: “What was I thinking?” A new book celebrates those moments. And some of those stories will likely bring a huge smile to your face and possibly a chuckle. 'I Actually Wore This: Clothes We Can’t Believe We Bought' with words by Tom Coleman and photography by Jerome Jakubiec is a collection of personal accounts where different celebrities, fashionistas, media personalities and everyday people discuss a dress, suit, jacket, or pair of shoes that were tragic mistakes—but they can laugh about them now."—Transatlanticmode

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Book SynopsisFounded in 1989 and based in Tokyo, United Arrows is one of the leading fashion and retail companies to ever come out of Japan. Their first book offers a fresh and comprehensive look at the brand and its evolution into one of the most influential figures for style, while their iconic shops quickly became must-visit places for all visitors to Japan. Now Promotionally Priced!

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Book SynopsisIf you ve seen images of the biggest entertainers Mariah Carey, Miley Cyrus, Katy Perry, Lil Kim, Britney Spears, Rihanna, J. Lo, or Madonna on stage in a crystallized costume, you ve seen the work of The Blonds.

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Book SynopsisThis lavish volume celebrates the acclaimed leather goods of Piero Guidi, with the publication aimed to coincide with the opening of its first American store in New York. Piero Guidi was founded in 1970 and has earned a devoted following worldwide for its high-quality accessories and leather goods. The brand is especially known for combining whimsical prints with cutting-edge design, such as the signature Magic Circus line with colorful motifs depicting circus scenes and the Lineabold collection of canvas handbags. Piero Guidi designs are inspired by the simple joy of beautiful objects, with each piece created to inspire both imagination and happiness. Having just opened its first boutique in New York’s SoHo district after opening boutiques in China, Japan, and Hong Kong, Piero Guidi is poised to bring Italian craftsmanship and luxury design to the world.

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