Fashion

"I read Free Spirit all in one go as I literally couldn't put it down.Tanya Sarne's courage and resilience are utterly awe-inspiring.You could read no better book than this on the zeitgeist of London and Hollywood in the Sixties and Seventies and the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781915343314Author Michael O'NeillFormat HardbackPage Count 144Imprint Sona BooksPublisher Danann Media Publishing LimitedWeight(grams) 748gDimensions(mm)...

The story of Coco Chanel in her own words, as told by her to Paul Morand Told in her own words, Coco Chanel's memories offer a rare glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential women in fashion history. During a visit to St. Moritz at the...

The work of one of the most influential and innovative hat designers of this century. Philip Treacy's career over the last two decades has been prolific and high-profile. A visual delight, this book shares Treacy's favorite designs in 250 striking...

Far from worrying about the onset of war, in the spring of 1938 the burning question on the French Riviera was whether one should curtsey to the Duchess of Windsor. Few of those who had settled there thought much about what was going on in the rest of...

Four stunning pocket-sized fashion books in one box set. Includes Little Book of Chanel, Little Book of Dior, Little Book of Gucci and Little Book of Prada - telling the stories of four iconic fashion houses. With images of the four houses' most timeless...

Rock stars to royalty, society to sobriety, get to know the real Susannah Constantine in the hottest memoir of the year! 'Sensational, juicy, gossipy, filthy and bravely honest in equal measure, Susannah Constantine's memoir is a rollicking romp through...

'A gripping but utterly heartrending read' - The Sunday Times 'A must-read for beauty fans and budding entrepreneurs alike' - Glamour Jo Malone is the inspirational British businesswoman responsible for creating her globally renowned beauty business...

'What a fabulous book - a must for any royal watcher! It's elegant, stylish and gloriously illustrated. I didn't want it to end. I loved the original and innovative approach to the subject, and the new insights I gained. I cannot recommend it highly...

Waris Dirie (the name means desert flower) lives a double life - by day she is a famous model and UN spokeswoman on women's rights in Africa, at night she dreams of her native Somalia. Waris, one of 12 children, was born into a traditional family of...

***'Warm, thought-provoking and honest.' - Victoria Hislop'Clever, emotionally intelligent, revelling in style without making us yearn to shop.' - The Times'Self-deprecating and stylish, this is sure to become a classic.' - Vanity Fair'Thoughtful, wry...

The House of Chanel is synonymous with not one, but two, iconic designers. First there was Gabrielle, and then there was Karl. Chanel is a house known for its signatures that not only changed the course of fashion history but still resonate today - the...

'Honestly and candidly captures fifty sublime years of fashion' Manolo Blahnik Discover what truly happens behind the scenes in the world of high fashion in this detailed, storied memoir from style icon, bestselling...

'He makes us see a subject we thought we knew so well from a completely different angle; in writing that is deeply researched, but inviting, warm, and full of personality' Katy Hessel 'Charlie Porter is a magician' Olivia...

A beautiful gift for those with a fashionable eye Long before Diana's revenge dress took the world by storm or Princess Anne's sunglasses went viral, there has always been a fascination with members of the Royal Family and the significance...

**THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**From the star of Netflix's My Unorthodox Life, a riveting, inspiring memoir. Julia Haart tells the story of her extraordinary journey, from leaving an ultra-Orthodox Jewish community to her rise from housewife to shoe...

The past 70 years have seen a 25-year-old Princess transform into a nonagenarian monarch who was respected and loved the world over. A woman whose views were never heard, Queen Elizabeth II deployed fashion as a means to communicate and signal her...

WINNER OF THE BIOGRAPHERS' CLUB SLIGHTLY FOXED BEST FIRST BIOGRAPHY PRIZE'Full of love, wisdom and yearning' Kit de WaalA coming-of-age story set in Birmingham in the 1980s and 1990s, The Go-Between opens a window into a closed migrant community living...

The first authorised biography of eternal legend Elizabeth Taylor. Known for her glamorous beauty, soap-opera personal life and magnetic screen presence, Elizabeth Taylor was the twentieth century's most famous film...

**THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER**A riveting, inspiring memoir from the star of Netflix's My Unorthodox Life'Haart is a hustler, a born entrepreneur, charismatic enough to attract investment like a pop ingenue attracts talent scouts and a fighter.' POLLY...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781912914494Author Theo FennellFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Mensch PublishingPublisher Mensch Publishing

The first-ever, comprehensive and authorized showcase of legendary fashion designer Bob Mackie's fabulous life and work, featuring hundreds of photos and dozens of never-before-seen sketches from his personal collection.Cher, Carol Burnett, Bette Midler,...

A special enlarged edition of the international bestseller Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon celebrating 50 years since Coco's death, 100 years of Chanel No.5 and five years since the original release of this beautiful illustrated...

This beautiful book takes a photographic journey through Queen Elizabeth II's ten decades of colour-blocked style. The photographs, which span the colours of the rainbow and a century of style, are gloriously accessorised with captions and commentary by...

"A vibrant, inspiring celebration of fashion, family and passion. I love this colourful celebration of all things shoes." - Fearne Cotton"I really enjoyed the personal insights into what makes Sophia so unique and wonderful. A brilliantly bold, colourful...

* AS HEARD ON STEPHEN BARTLETT'S DIARY OF A CEO * * THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK * 'I wish he could be editor of the world!' GRAHAM NORTON 'Courageously truthful' SALMAN RUSHDIE 'Inspiring and fascinating' BERNARDINE...

* AS HEARD ON STEPHEN BARTLETT'S DIARY OF A CEO * * THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK * 'I wish he could be editor of the world!' GRAHAM NORTON 'Courageously truthful' SALMAN RUSHDIE 'Inspiring and fascinating' BERNARDINE...

From the iconic stylist and fashion provocateur whose designs transformed culture - bringing the glitz of Studio 54 and the sophistication of Sex and the City to the mainstream - comes a playful yet intimate memoir of a life spent...

The bombshell expose that reveals-for the first time-exactly what happened at Glossier, one of America's hottest and most consequential startups, and dives deep into the enigmatic, visionary woman responsible for it all.Called "one of the most disruptive...

'A woman can carry a bag, but it is the shoe that carries the woman' - Christian LouboutinAmong designers of luxury shoes, there is one whose designs are instantly recognizable: Christian Louboutin. His iconic red soles can be seen everywhere from the...

Sir Norman Hartnell (1901-1979) was the star of London couture during the interwar years, gaining international fame as dressmaker to the British royal family. His autobiography, first published in 1955, tells the story of the creation of his couture...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781915343215Author Michael O'NeillFormat HardbackPage Count 144Imprint Sona BooksPublisher Danann Media Publishing LimitedWeight(grams) 794gDimensions(mm)...

Dame Mary Quant is a fashion icon. The first focused study of her career, this book shows how she revolutionized fashion, harnessing youth, streetstyle and mass production to create a new look for everyone. It surveys the development of her business in...

Christian Dior: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Master is a stunning illustrated biography of legendary designer Christian Dior from internationally renowned fashion illustrator Megan Hess.Discover the key moments of Dior's fascinating life and iconic...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781250177087Author Anne De CourcyFormat PaperbackPage Count 320Imprint St. Martin's GriffinPublisher St. Martin's GriffinWeight(grams) 137g

In 1970, the young Japanese designer Kenzo Takada opened his first boutique, Jungle Jap, in Paris and revolutionised the fashion world. His colourful, ethnic, and nomadic- influenced collections, made with luxurious and vibrantly patterned textiles,...

Dressed to Swill contains sixty original cocktail recipes inspired by style icons from the 20th century to today, including fashion designers, models, photographers, stylists, influencers, and more. Karl Lagerfeld's tipple is made for royalty: it's...

SLEEK. CHIC. NOTORIOUSLY GUARDED. WELCOME TO THE SECRET WORLD OF COCO CHANEL. Justine Picardie's definitive biography explores the dark mysteries hidden beneath the shimmering surface of a fabled fashion icon. Unveiling remarkable details...

Audrey Hepburn: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon is a stunning illustrated biography of style and screen legend Audrey Hepburn, from internationally renowned fashion illustrator Megan Hess.From Sabrina to Breakfast at Tiffany's, Audrey Hepburn is...

*** 'This powerful, speaking-truth-to-power book is an essential read for everybody who wants to stop feeling clueless and helpless about the impacts of cosumerism, and start doing their part to help create a more sustainable world' - Layla Saad 'A...