ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: 1 Author(s): Marie-Anne Lecoeur Publisher: Marie-Anne Lecoeur Number of Pages: 87
Constantly worried about how you look Cannot put an outfit together Do not know how to make the most of your shape
If shopping is not the pleasurable experience it really should be and you dont know which way to turn Houston you have a problem Your confidence is suffering and it shows Oh ma pauvre dame
If you ever thought that chic and elegance were beyond you think again Give me a little of your time and I shall convince you that effortless style can be yours in my new book How to be Chic and Elegant
Over 200 simple tips will propel you to sidewalk model in no time at all
How to be Chic and Elegant is divided into the following chapters:
General Tips Body Shapes Clothes Lingerie Shoes Accessories Skin Make-up Hands & Nails Hair
Many women are crying out for the secrets of effortless French chic Here in one small book you have those secrets and more besidesThe book is direct and straightforward with no waffle or padding
You can take this book with you anywhere on your ereader or mobile phone and read it at any time Apply the tips right away and literally see results in the mirror immediately Save money on impulse purchases and learn to sharpen your style eye After just a little while chic and elegance will be effortless because you will be chic and elegant from the inside out naturally
Here are just a few of the subjects covered:
How to achieve an individual look while saving money What timeless accessories we should all own What clothes to avoid at all costs The simple trick to perk up your breasts The secrets of achieving a French womans look A strange (but effective) way to whiten your nails in minutes A technique that helps You will always be well put together even if you have to leave the house at 5 am Natural products to fight against acne How to make your legs appear longer A simple trick to avoid morning hair The three essential tips that you should never forget to achieve the perfect look
Why should you buy this book The secrets of effortless chic and elegance are here for the taking You do not have to spend a fortune or take hours trawling the shops
Follow my simple instructions and start hearing the compliments roll in
ISBN: 1591745195 Binding: Spiral-bound Edition: Author(s): N/A Publisher: Klutz Number of Pages: 58
Paper fashions get glam In the Klutz paper fashions custom young designers get to turn colorful paper ribbons beads sequins and jewels into glamorous fashions and accessories But with Paper Fashions Fancy we designed a unique set of patterned and colored papers some with glitter foil and velvety black flocking and the emphasis is on combining shapes to make elaborate fancy couture: gowns red-carpet-ready ensembles prom-pretty frocks and more The possible combinations of papers stencil shapes and embellishments are limitless Which is a good thing because when it comes to glamour too much is never enoughComes With: 12 tiny wire hangers 17 sheets of double sided patterned paper 4 sheets of specialty papers glue 3 plastic stencils 500 sequins 300 seed beads organza and satin ribbons 120 sticky jewels Create wonderful things Be good Have fun
ISBN: 1847885330 Binding: Paperback Edition: Reissue Author(s): Valerie Cumming, C. W. Cunnington, P. E. Cunnington Publisher: Berg Publishers Number of Pages: 320
- What is an earthquake gown - Who wore eelskin masher trousers - What did the word "dudes" mean in the 16th centuryA Dictionary of English Costume by C Willett Cunnington Phillis Cunnington and Charles Beard was originally published in 1960 A monumental achievement and encyclopaedic in scope it was a comprehensive catalogue of fashion terms from the mid-medieval period up to 1900 It was reissued and updated several times for the last time in 1976 For decades it has served as a bible for costume historiansThe Dictionary of Fashion History completely updates and supplements the Cunningtons' landmark work to bring it up to the present day Featuring additional terms and revised definitions this new edition represents an essential reference for costume historians students of fashion history or anyone involved in creating period costume for the theatre film or television Itis also fascinating reading for those simply interested in the subjectClear concise and meticulous in detail this essential reference answers countless questions relating to the history of dress and adornment and promises to be a definitive guide for generations to come
The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk
ISBN: 1419700022 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): N/A Publisher: Abrams Number of Pages: 424
Dubbed the enfant terrible of fashion ever since his prt--porter collections were first shown in 1976 Jean Paul Gaultier whose avant-garde and bold fashions very early on reflected the issues facing contemporary society is one of the leading designers in recent decades
Published by the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and Abrams in conjunction with the first-ever retrospective on Gaultier this stunning hardcover book in a slipcase explores the ties between the designer and the poprock music scene film and dance and sheds light on his sources of inspiration which are as eclectic as they are impertinent
The first major monograph on Gaultier brings together archival documents and over fifty interviews with Gaultiers muses and colleagues as well as the artists he has created costumes for: Pedro Almodvar Catherine Deneuve Madonna Helen Mirren Carla Bruni-Sarkozy Martin Margiela Pierre Cardin Dita Von Teese Marion Cotillard Kylie Minogue Polly Mellen and Tom Ford to name just a few
It features many previously unpublished illustrations thanks to the collaboration of renowned fashion photographers and the Maison Jean Paul Gaultier The publication also includes two interviews with Gaultier one by Florence Mller art historian and the other by Thierry-Maxime Loriot as well as an interview with Valerie Steele fashion historian and director of New Yorks Museum at Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) An essay written by Suzy Menkes looks at Gaultiers fashion shows and examines their visionary reflection of societys evolution over the past thirty-five years
ISBN: 1856696839 Binding: Hardcover Edition: Author(s): Hywel Davies Publisher: Laurence King Publishers Number of Pages: 208
Fashion Designers' Sketchbooks provides a revealing insight into the design process of some of the major names in the fashion industry Garments on the catwalk are juxtaposed with lookbooks original research material and finished illustrations giving a new perspective on the working methods of leading international designers This unique approach makes the book a fascinating resource for both students and designers
Roots of Style: Weaving Together Life, Love, and Fashion
ISBN: 0451230175 Binding: Hardcover Edition: 1 Author(s): Isabel Toledo Publisher: Celebra Hardcover Number of Pages: 384
Roots of Style is a rare look into the mind life and journey of one of our generations most coveted fashion designers Isabel Toledo From the nostalgic and permanent influence of her upbringing in Cuba and the serendipitous love that materialized her vision and fueled her conviction to the timeless mark she continues to make on the fashion industry Isabel weaves together all of her impressions to express her true inspiration and authenticity
Isabels wordsinterpreted by artwork from her husband one of fashions most prolific illustrators Ruben Toledotell an eloquent and visually stunning story about how fashion gave a form of communication to a curious girl who was fascinated by design craftsmanship and sewing
Through Isabels personal and engaging accounts Roots of Style inspires readers to follow their instincts trust their individuality and discover their own personal style signature
ISBN: 1851775722 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Lucy Johnston Publisher: V & A Publishing Number of Pages: 144
Now in paperback with a new cover this volume celebrates 19th-century fashion in lavishly illustrated detail From the delicate embroidery on ballgowns to the vibrant synthetic colors of crinolines the major themes of 19th-century fashion are explored as never before in this exquisite book Featuring specially commissioned color photographs of garments from the V&As superb collection and many close-up details alongside accurate line drawings of each garments underlying structure the book's 150 pieces capture the opulence and variety of this fascinating era
Perfect for those who want an authentic take on the latest Victorian trend In Style
ISBN: Binding: Kindle Edition Edition: Author(s): Tanna Settle Publisher: MakeRight Publishing Number of Pages: 21
If you would like a "crash course" in how some of today's highest paid fashion consultants help movie and TV stars dress and look fabulous then this short book will show you how
The book is called:
"The Hollywood Style And Fashion 'Cheat Sheet'"
And it's a very short and to-the-point book
In fact you can easily read it in one sitting
And afterwards you'll know EXACTLY how to dress and what outfits to buy that look so good you'll friends will wonder what happened and how you do it
Here are some of the secrets inside the book:
How to get Hollywood fashion consultants to pick your outfits for you without paying them a single penny
How to "force" your clothes to fit you perfectly every time
How top fashion designers match colors
The color wheel secret for having perfect color coordination with your clothes
How to "cheat" your way to dressing with style (even if you have zero fashion sense now)
The grocery store checkout counter "style manual"
And much more
Again this book is a QUICK read
And it was purposely written so you can read it in about 10-15 minutes and then immediately go shopping for the best looking outfits for your exact body type personality and other unique features
So grab your copy today and be transformed by tomorrow
ISBN: 0786851341 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Charise Mericle Harper Publisher: Hyperion Book CH Number of Pages: 96
FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY After a stack of fashion magazines falls on Kiki Kitty's head while she is blowing out the candles on her birthday cake Kiki turns into Fashion Kitty a feline superhero who saves other kitties from fashion disaster
ISBN: Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Caroline Tatham Publisher: Barron's Educational Series Number of Pages: 144
A superb reference book and an ideal instructional textbook for classroom use this beautifully illustrated guide is organized into units that reflect required courses at leading design colleges Twenty step-by-step exercises cover methods of finding inspiration developing observation techniques and creating fashion drawings in both color and black-and-white media Separate sections are devoted to getting started and understanding figure proportions planning and designing garments and creating and assessing flat specification drawings The book also features cross-references to its various art instruction techniques a designer's glossary and a helpful index This book guides students through their first steps in fashion illustration covering everything that is presented in the best college-level courses It makes a fine starting point for all students of fashion introducing them to fashion drawing as a first step toward a career as a creative costumier More than 250 illustrations in color and black and white
