Biography & Autobiography - Fashion

Known for her throwaway chic style, effortlessly cool 90s streetwear and elegant yet pared back red-carpet attire, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy is forever fashion royalty. The Calvin Klein PR rose to prominence when she married JFK Jr in 1996, becoming akin to an all-American people's princess....

Dressays is an anthology of thought-provoking essays exploring how clothing can reveal the complex, deeply felt bonds we have with ourselves, our communities and the worlds through which we move. These deeply personal narratives demonstrate how, whether saturated with emotion or charged with political...

This charming memoir provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of high fashion in eighteenth-century France, including the author's work as a hairdresser to Queen Marie-Antoinette. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of fashion and France's ancien régime.This work has been selected...

Step into a world where luxury is not defined by excess, but by humanity, beauty, craftsmanship, and purpose.This captivating and emotionally rich book takes readers deep into the cinematic world of Brunello: The Gracious Visionary, exploring the inspiring life, philosophy, and legacy of Brunello...

You Could Launch Your Fashion Hat Business in 90 Days or Less! Master the art of hat-making and turn your passion into a thriving business, or create your perfect hat that wows everyone at your next momentous affair. In this step-by-step guide, renowned Couture...

This beautifully illustrated book invites you into the world of Yves Saint Laurent, the iconic French designer who revolutionised fashion with his fearless creativity, androgynous styles, and confident use of color and culture. The Yves Saint Laurent label was founded by Yves Saint Laurent...

Author: Precious Joseph,Writers Of the WestISBN-13: 9798227923301Publisher: Writers of the WestLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2024Pages: 268Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.76lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.61d

When I left a very strict religious group, I had no idea how to start blending into the everyday culture around me. There was so much that I had never learned and been sheltered from. In one way, it was very freeing to be...

The illustrated biography of fashion designer Louis-Francois Cartier, from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess.Louis-François Cartier: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon explores the remarkable life behind one of the world's most influential luxury design houses.Tracing the birth and rise of Cartier, this visually...

This beautifully illustrated book shares the timeless vision of Tiffany & Co., the legendary jeweller who transformed a small stationery and fancy goods emporium into a global luxury empire. Charles Lewis Tiffany founded his company in 1837 in New York City, initially selling stationery...

As I was writing this book, I realized that my grandmother was a soft girl. She taught me to be the same but not thru instruction. Instead, she taught me about self-care and how to treat oneself well just by living her life before...

From its debut in the 1920s to its reinvention on the runway, this timeless two-piece has come to define the effortless sophistication of the Chanel woman. This book traces the evolution of the Chanel suit through rare archival photography, detailed design analysis, and exclusive...

This audiobook, features a dual narration Bahni Turpin, and foreword by Michael Kors, read by Daniel Henning.Reminiscent of style icon Iris Apfel's New York Times bestseller Accidental Icon and echoes of Andre Leon Talley's The Chiffon Trenches comes the entertaining and thoughtful long-awaited memoir...

Knit a stunning collection of 20 colorful, cozy shawls, from popular designer and internationally published author, Melanie Berg (Mairlynd). Create a statement shawl for every season with this stash-busting collection, which features a range of textures, colorwork designs and shapes. Perfect for using up...

This book presents a visual and narrative journey through transformation.Created by Percy Villalobos Pettersson, YCRAE represents the moment when a life marked by trauma and fragmentation is consciously reorganized into creation.Through symbolic artwork and reflective text, the book explores themes of: - survival- identity...

Dazzling, regal and timeless, Cartier is one of the world's most iconic names in luxury jewellery. From iconic watches to enduring jewels, Cartier has embellished patrons from K-pop royalty to the Windsor Dynasty. Commissioned by aristocrats and sought after by celebrities, it boasts over...

From his earliest days working at the colossal movie studio MGM, at the young age of 24, Gilbert Adrian had a vision that would showcase a new era in costume design for the screen. So fresh were his ideas, so original were his designs,...

Henrietta Moraes first discovered Soho when she was eighteen - or so she tells us. Her favourite sport was social climbing (heaven knows she enjoyed the exercise) and she was good at it, going to all the right parties and simply gate-crashing others. From...

An Incredible Account of Overcoming Adversity and Trauma to Find Love, Success, and FulfillmentDarlene Parris Young's fascinating, exciting, nearly 50-year career as a NYC fashion fit model, working with such luminaries as Diane von Furstenberg, Chanel, Ralph Lauren, Gloria Vanderbilt and others, is counterbalanced...

This beautifully illustrated book tells the incredible story of Dame Vivienne Westwood, a British fashion designer largely responsible for bringing modern punk and new wave fashions into the mainstream. Traditionalist, provocateur, utterly contemporary: Vivienne Westwood was one of British fashion's most famous - and...

The information about this forthcoming Rizzoli title will be coming soonAuthor: Bella Hadid,Yasmine DibaISBN-10: 0847877698ISBN-13: 9780847877690Publisher: Rizzoli International PublicationsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/06/2026Pages: 288Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.25lbs

What do our clothes say about who we are - and who we're striving to be?In Clothes Minded: Fashionable Essays About Finding Yourself, renowned journalist Christine Morrison weaves together fashion, memory and identity in a collection that's as emotionally resonant as it is sharply...

Reminiscent of style icon Iris Apfel's New York Times bestseller Accidental Icon and echoes of Andre Leon Talley's The Chiffon Trenches comes the entertaining and thoughtful long-awaited memoir from the irrepressible groundbreaking fashion powerhouse Audrey Smaltz. There has never been, nor will there ever...

Over the course of the last 180 years, designers have transformed fashion from an elite craft into a cornerstone of global popular culture. This brilliantly written classic guide to the lives and collections of 59 iconic fashion designers was first published in 2009 and...

A revealing history that explores the artistry, craftmanship, and traditions behind the royal wardrobe. From tours and walkabouts to the dazzling spectacle of a wedding or Coronation, the clothes worn by royal women have always been a fascination. Starting with Queen Victoria and moving...

Nick Cave's profound devotion to his wife Susie is present in the images he has crafted through words and lyrics since they met in 1997. Their longstanding friend, photographer Dominique Issermann, has spent years with Susie attempting the same elusive task on camera. The...

Internationally acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess brings her signature style to a celebration of Barbie's most iconic fashion moments. From Barbie's original 1959 black-and-white swimsuit to dazzling Bob Mackie gowns, the refined beauty of the Silkstone Collection, and the couture collaborations with Dior, Chanel...

In the world of American fashion, Marc Jacobs is a giant, with a star-studded pedigree and status as an instantly recognizable icon. Little Book of Marc Jacobs features the designer's many unforgettable moments - bringing grunge to the catwalk with his controversial 1993 show...

What if the most powerful revolution in modern luxury began not in Milan or Paris, but in a quiet Italian village where a farmer's son refused to lose his soul? In this extraordinary true story, discover how one gentle, determined young man rose from...

Step into Megan Hess's luxurious world of fashion with this sophisticated colouring book, perfect for fashion enthusiasts, Megan Hess fans, and anyone with a flair for style.Featuring more than 40 beautifully detailed illustrations, this book invites you to bring the world of fashion and...

"Relationships among siblings don't follow precise rules. Rather, they follow the ups and downs of life, like waves on the sea. You come together, you separate, you grow apart, and then together again. You play it by ear. Through calm seas or storms. Someone...

When Barbara von der Osten flies to New York City to attend open interviews at modeling agencies, more in support of her new friend Maria than the desire to model, she stumbles into a contract and soon enters the fast-paced world of fashion.Before she...

This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of Giorgio Armani, the Italian fashion designer who transformed the world of fashion with his elegant, minimalist, and timeless designs. Innovative master of understated luxury, Giorgio Armani founded his eponymous label in 1975. Since then, he has...

Words from a Fashion Icon: Hubert de Givenchy is a beautifully illustrated collection of quotes, featuring Megan Hess's iconic and widely beloved artwork. This elegant gift book features the best and inspiring quotes from one of the most celebrated figures in fashion history. Words...

Words from a Fashion Icon: Yves Saint Laurent is a beautifully illustrated collection of quotes, featuring Megan Hess's iconic and widely beloved artwork. This elegant gift book features the best and inspiring quotes from one of the most celebrated figures in fashion history. Words...

Over the course of the last 180 years, designers have transformed fashion from an elite craft into a cornerstone of global popular culture. This brilliantly written classic guide to the lives and collections of 59 iconic fashion designers was first published in 2009 and...

Elegant and immersive, this book honours Tom Ford's enduring legacy of craftsmanship and confidence, while offering an intimate look at the future direction of this iconic label. Through striking imagery and thoughtful commentary, it traces his journey from transforming Gucci into a global powerhouse...

Rediscovering the art of being a true gentleman has never been more urgent. In a fast-paced, digital world where notifications often carry more weight than words, this book offers a complete guide to living with elegance, dignity, and respect.Through the refined lens of Italian...

This lavishly illustrated book explores the origins and legacy of one of fashion's greatest innovators "Elsa Schiaparelli was more than a dressmaker; she was an image maker." --Daniel Roseberry Elsa Schiaparelli sent shockwaves through the fashion establishment with her witty, ingenious, and artful designs....

Marilyn Monroe wore some of the most iconic dresses in cinema history, and many of them were designed by one man - William Travilla. Marilyn's Style focuses on the striking dresses that Travilla created for the silver screen legend, from the hot pink dress...

Hermès was founded in Paris in the 19th century as a saddlery workshop that catered to the needs of horse riders. The company quickly gained a reputation for its exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail and has evolved into one of the world's most...

This beautifully illustrated book for every lover of fashion includes never to be forgotten images of Christian Dior's designs, and illuminates the talent of the man who was France's most unpredictable and spectacular fashion designer. Christian Dior was a French fashion designer who founded...

The Icons of Fashion Chanel book is the story of a young girl who transformed herself from an impoverished orphan to one of the wealthiest and most famous women in the world. The book features images and photographs of Chanel's many iconic contributions to...

A lively, idiosyncratic, and fascinating account of the life and career of Elsa Schiaparelli--in her own inimitable voice "I merely know Schiap by hearsay. I have only seen her in a mirror. She is, for me a kind of fifth dimension." - Elsa Schiaparelli...

Tracing its evolution from its origins in the 1980s to its status as the ultimate fashion statement, this book unveils the craftsmanship, exclusivity, and mystique behind the world's most sought-after accessory. Featuring rare archival images, insider insights into Hermès ateliers, and a behind-the-scenes look...

A survivor's account of what working in the fashion/clothing industry is really like. From junior designer for chain-store suppliers in the Swinging Sixties to creating her own unique range of tweed country-wear, Jill Fitzgerald-O'Connor was part of the first wave of women entrepreneurs, and...

Follow the evolution of Queen Elizabeth II's style in the first archive of her fashion, on display at Buckingham Palace in 2026. Queen Elizabeth II was one of the most stylish and recognizable women of the twentieth century, and her fashions have influenced subsequent...

This book, filled with stunning images of some of Balenciaga's most iconic pieces, explores the brand's evolution from Cristóbal Balenciaga's Spanish roots to its current role as a pioneering force in luxury fashion. The Balenciaga label was founded by Cristóbal Balenciaga in 1919 in...

Trace the evolution of a global phenomenon - From gritty skate parks to the runways of Paris, discover how streetwear grew into a cultural and fashion powerhouse. Explore key decades and turning points - Each chapter breaks down the major shifts, from the underground...

Sebastian Masuda is a Japanese creator who is globally known as the father of Japanese "Kawaii" (cute) subculture which originated in Harajuku. His work is characterized by bright neon colors that led to the emergence of Decora fashion. He wears several hats in the...