Sunday, 21 December 2014

5 Books Every Fashionista Should Read

With only a few days before Christmas, here are my suggestions for books every fashionista should have:
Not only Hermès aficionados, but everyone who appreciates high quality products and fast-paced action would be delighted to find this novel under their Christmas tree. Michael Tonello chronicles his adventures that take him from country to country and from one to another continent, in order to avoid the dreaded waiting list for the most iconic bag on earth. He manages to buy Birkin bags on the spot. How? He reveals all in this witty and humorous account.
Diane Von Furstenberg`s new book is packed with great advise, like how to have the best legs in business even if you are not a model. Climbing stairs is the answer here, but you would also find many more learnings from the woman whose mother was a concentration camp survivor, and whose own life had so many twists and turns, you will be eager to turn those pages, to find out more.
There are many paragraphs in this thriller that describe pretty dresses, but the main focus is on a mysterious world of club dancers in Japanese Roppongi district. The author has a talent for plotting and you may find yourself staying late or even into the small hours, to find out what happened next to a missing hostess. The stories are well-researched and bring us closer to the murky and fascinating world of Japanese hostess bars, where every girl has her price.
Back in the world of Hermès, Nadine Coleno penned a coffee book called `The Hermès Scarf – History and Mystique` in which she eloquently presents the case for wearing one of the most desired accessories – a Hermès scarf. Worn by royals and celebrities, as much as well-dressed taste-makers, the subject matter is photographed and illustrated in 292 different images and analysed in great detail. This book will increase your expertise, and enable you to buy (if you choose so) with confidence.
Nicky Haslam is the undisputed king of glamorous interiors and here he shares his tips on `faking it` and creating the most desired designs inside and outside of the home. His clients include royals and rock stars and he generously discusses many projects that generated fantastic results, sometimes with a lot, often with not so much cash. You will find real gems of wisdom here, and be equipped with great understanding of Nicky Haslam`s diverse inspirations. Watch out for original plans, scrapbooks, photographs and images.  You may not become a world-renown interior designer, but you will feel confident enough to start on your own project.
 

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