Karen Homer

Little Book of Dior

A pocket-sized, illustrated book depicting the work and life of Valentino Garavani.

The Story of the Iconic Fashion House

The Little Book of Valentino

The iconic bags, the instantly recognizable packaging, the celebrity fans – Hèrmes is the last word in luxurious accessories. Through the generations, Hermès have created innovative and exquisite accessories for the most glamorous customers. From their nineteenth-century saddlery workshop to 1960s Paris and beyond, Hermès has graced the arms and wardrobes of style icons from Grace Kelly and Jane Birkin to Victoria Beckham and Kim Kardashian. The Little Book of Hermès tells the story of the evolution of the House of Hermès, through beautiful illustrations of the most coveted items and authoritative text by fashion historian Karen Homer.

The Little Book of Hermès

Little Book of Hermès

A pocket-sized and fully illustrated story of one of the world's most luxurious fashion houses.

Little Book of Louis Vuitton

Christian Dior's spectacular rise to the upper echelons of Parisian haute couture is one of the most compelling stories of twentieth-century fashion. An art gallerist with a contemporary vision, Dior's debut collection invented the "new look" silhouette and revolutionized the way women dressed, shopped, and saw themselves. Little Book of Dior tells the story of the designer's early life, the brand's inception, the triumphs of the couture collections on the catwalk and the red carpet, and the brand's journey after the death of its founder.

The Little Book of Dior

One of the oldest Italian fashion brands in existence today, Gucci was founded in Florence in 1921. Guccio Gucci established his company with the goal of creating opulent luggage for Italy's wealthy and fashionable upper-classes. With the signature Gucci print of dark brown diamonds on a tan background, interlocking G logo and red and green stripe, the brand has gone on to become the last word in Italian luxury. Gucci's signature items - the belt, the bag, the loafer - transcend fleeting fashion trends, and have remained central to the house's identity into the twenty-first century. Under the stewardship of Tom Ford, Gucci epitomized the louche and mischievous 1990s aesthetic. Today, under Alessandro Michele, the brand's combination of romance and toughness is in hot demand. The Little Book of Guccitells the story of this historic yet flourishing house, and the visionary looks that have cemented its place in fashion history.

Little Book of Gucci

This richly illustrated entry in the stylish series tells the story of groundbreaking designer Christian Dior and the fashion house he founded. Christian Dior's spectacular rise to the upper echelons of Parisian haute couture is one of the most compelling stories of twentieth-century fashion. An art gallerist with a contemporary vision, Dior’s debut collection invented the “new look” silhouette and revolutionized the way women dressed, shopped, and saw themselves. The House of Dior’s unique style blended the traditional, artisanal skills of the French fashion house—tailoring and intricate embellishment—with a modern sensibility. Dior himself helmed the company for only a decade, but it has flourished under the creative direction of some of the most storied names in fashion. Currently, Maria Grazia Chiuri steers the brand as it stays true to its identity—of opulence, femininity, drama, and what Christian Dior called “the complete look,” from garments to perfume and shoes. Little Book of Dior tells the story of Christian Dior’s early life, the brand’s inception, the triumphs of the couture collections on the catwalk and the red carpet, and the brand’s journey after the death of its founder.

From the hazards of choosing underwear to finding the right wedding outfit, this book helps women discover why they can never have too many white T-shirts, how to choose the right shoes and when to say 'no' to this season's high-fashion trends.

Things a woman should know about style

An exhaustive yet compact bible to dressing well for all occasions. Whether one is faced with a black-tie dress code or concerned about what underwear to buy, this book will emphatically answer all sartorial questions. Offers in-depth advice on how to dress timelessly and to best suit one's shape, accompanied by interesting facts about how clothes have evolved over the years.

The Well-dressed Lady's Pocket Guide

Andrew Hansford

Follows one of the best costume designers of all time and his most famous client, includes original sketches, rare costume test shots, dress patterns, photographs, and never-before-seen extracts from interviews.

How a Hollywood Icon was Styled by William Travilla

Dressing Marilyn

Offering practical advice and tips on how to bring out the beauty that lies within every woman, this book demonstrates the cosmetics, treatments and small details that can not only improve improve attractiveness, but can also build self-confidence.

Things a Woman Should Know about Beauty

Revealing the fashion industry as never before, this beautiful book contains a wealth of invaluable information every fashionista should know. Written by fashion insider and bestselling author Karen Homer, and featuring stunning original illustrations, this stylish visual guide tells the stories behind trends such as the most iconic fabrics and prints, glasses as the ultimate fashion accessory, the ubiquitous Little Black Dress, and the rise of the metrosexual. Plus shining the spotlight on key fashion figures, such as Audrey Hepburn, Victoria Beckham, and Kate Moss.

The Essential Visual Guide to the World of Style

Fashion

Firm but always fair, Karen Homer lays down the law to ensure that you never commit another fashion faux pas. Discover why you can never have too many white T-shirts, how to choose the right shoes and lingerie, and when to say “no” to this season’s fashion trends. Packed with tips and timeless rules and enhanced with classic photos of style icons, this chic little volume will never let you down. Karen Homer, a fashion journalist, has worked for many of Britain’s leading publications, including Elle, The Times, and Vogue.

Things a Woman Should Know about Style

Things a Woman Should Know About Beauty

For every woman who is obsessed with stilettos, lusts for boots, longs for fluffy slippers, or dreams of sexy sandals, this is a whimsical look at shoes and the women who love them. For many the mere thought of new shoes prompts an involuntary sigh of pleasure. Is buying the perfect pair of pumps better than sex? It’s possible, or at least that’s what the advertisements would have us believe. Can the right shoes get you your man? A new job? Change your personality? Fashion journalist Karen Holmer explains how the right set of heels can alter the way you feel about yourself, not least by simply changing the way you walk. Full of advice on how to make your shoe-buying habit work for you, tips on downsizing your collection, or and how to pick the essentials each season, this guide is the next best thing to a new pair.

Things a Woman Should Know about Shoes

The story behind Marilyn Monroe's iconic dresses! William Travilla is one of the best costume designers of all time--and Marilyn Monroe was his most famous client. This gorgeous coffee-table book presents the striking dresses that Travilla created for Monroe, from his early work on the thriller Don't Bother to Knock, to the gorgeous pink gown in which Marilyn sang "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend," to the legendary white dress from The Seven Year Itch, which arguably contributed to the collapse of Marilyn's marriage to Joe DiMaggio. Featuring Travilla's original sketches, rare costume test shots, dress patterns, photographs of Marilyn wearing the costumes, and exclusive extracts from interviews with Travilla, this book offers fresh insight into the golden age of Hollywood . . . and Monroe's glamorous image.

How a Hollywood Icon Was Styled by William Travilla

Little Book of Louis Vuitton is the pocket-sized and fully illustrated story of one of the world's most luxurious fashion houses. Louis Vuitton's monogrammed bags have been seen on the arms of celebrities and royals alike for over 150 years. From the young Louis seeking his fortune in Paris through to two world wars, the Great Depression, the Jazz Age and the Swinging Sixties, there is no era in which this most opulent of brands hasn't thrived. Detailing the global expansion of Louis Vuitton in the 1980s, the creation of the powerful fashion conglomerate LVMH, and the appointment in 1997 of Marc Jacobs, this is the story of a transformation from luggage company to high-fashion label. Louis Vuitton's continued evolution under the creative direction of Nicolas Ghesquière and Virgil Abloh is also depicted through fabulous images and captivating text.

Emma Baxter-Wright

Darla-Jane Gilroy

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 and celebrated designs, plus captivating text on the personalities and lives of the creative geniuses behind the brands, Little Box of Style is the quintessential collection that will delight any fashion lover.

A Historical Review of Four Fashion Icons

Little Guides to Style II

William Travilla is one of the best costume designers of all time and Marilyn Monroe was his most famous client. This gorgeous book presents the striking dresses that Travilla created for Monroe, including the legendary white dress from The Seven Year Itch. Featuring Travilla s original sketches, rare costume test shots, dress patterns, and exclusive interviews with Travilla, this book offers fresh insight into Monroe s glamorous image."

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