This tandem of amusing, provocative books -- the perfect companions to Hats and Shoes -- takes a look at the whys and wherefores of two immediately identifiable elements of personal style.Be they horn-rims or Ray-Bans, glasses are undervalued accessories to fashion. This book explores the myriad ways in which glasses have defined image: from the charming, boy-next-door Buddy Holly look to Elton John's whimsical creations that evolved along with his stage personas. And, let's face it -- nothing makes us feel more like movie stars than our sunglasses.Our hair is no less an indication of who we w... View More...
This tandem of amusing, provocative books -- the perfect companions to Hats and Shoes -- takes a look at the whys and wherefores of two immediately identifiable elements of personal style.Be they horn-rims or Ray-Bans, glasses are undervalued accessories to fashion. This book explores the myriad ways in which glasses have defined image: from the charming, boy-next-door Buddy Holly look to Elton John's whimsical creations that evolved along with his stage personas. And, let's face it -- nothing makes us feel more like movie stars than our sunglasses.Our hair is no less an indication of who we w... View More...
* Milliner Philip Treacy has designed hats for some of the most respected names in fashion, and 36 of his creations were worn at the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton. This book explore the creative processes and working methods of the influential milliner. View More...
From skin care to hair care to special remedies for conditions such as sunburn and cuticle maintenance, this guide provides practical advice for a multitude of beauty concoctions. By using a blender and various natural ingredients it is possible to create potions for all skin and hair types. View More...
It's the perfect antidote to Bloomsbury's hit hair trilogy, Bad Hair, Big Hair, and The Mullet Kevin Baldwin's comprehensive book on the history and nature of baldness.Bald takes us into the world of those whose heads are covered by more air than hair. Entertaining but also extensively researched, Bald examines the cultural and sociological history of baldness--its varied significance (from wisdom to impending misfortune), the oddball theories on its cause (from too much cycling to excessive sex), and its outrageous "cures" (from rubbing the scalp with bat milk to the more extreme measure of... View More...
When women seek reliable information about the relative value and performance of specific beauty products, they consult Paula Begoun. From drug stores and home shopping to department stores and catalogs, Paula Begoun reviews all of the major cosmetic and skin care lines more than 25,000 including 75 new product lines in this edition. The comprehensive beauty bible from the Ralph Nader of Rouge The Detroit News Paula is nationally recognized ... She takes the cosmetics companies to task for their puffed-up claims and misleading information. The Miami Herald View More...
When women seek reliable information about the relative value and performance of specific beauty products, they consult Paula Begoun. From drug stores and home shopping to department stores and catalogs, Paula Begoun reviews all of the major cosmetic and skin care lines more than 25,000 including 75 new product lines in this edition. The comprehensive beauty bible from the Ralph Nader of Rouge The Detroit News Paula is nationally recognized ... She takes the cosmetics companies to task for their puffed-up claims and misleading information. The Miami Herald View More...
Want to see the hottest boys on the beach? Want to know what makes them tick? Bikini.com, "The World's Biggest Beach Party" online, evokes the fun and sun of the beach with their new book "Bikini.com Boys." Bikini.com scoured the beaches from coast to coast and found these handsome boys. This is an exclusive, all-access, behind-the-scenes guide to the suntanned surfers and supercute models of Bikini.com who have already melted hearts as calendar hunks. The book features in-depth profiles of the boys, accompanied by never-before-seen photographs of the boys at work and at play. Learn about the ... View More...
"One of the most original and influential people of the twentieth century to me and many others." --Alexander McQueenWith a career spanning thirty years in fashion, as an influential voice at Vogue, Tatler, and The Sunday Times Magazine--as well as a legacy as one of the industry's kingmakers for discovering Philip Treacy, Alexander McQueen, Sophie Dahl, and Hussein Chalayan--Isabella Blow had been a pillar of couture culture until her suicide in 2007 left the fashion world mourning one of its finest friends and patrons. Blow by Blow is a captivating journey through Issie's life, a one-of-a-ki... View More...
Shares guidelines for women on the ins and outs of men's fashions, including such topics as formal wear, outerwear, and grooming, and offers celebrity interviews and makeovers by women of their partners, fathers, and others. View More...
America's favorite "Style Guy," and author of two style guides for men as well as our own, Before You Put That On, now encourages and teaches women how to "shop their closets" first and buy with an intelligent eye. His style philosophy is: Less is Modern. The good news is: the most stylish clothes you can have are probably already in your closet. But savvy women are on a perpetual quest to find the perfect addition to their wardrobe: the perfect bathing suit, a traffic-stopping pair of jeans, that classic little black dress. While the editorial pages of high fashion magazines can offer inspira... View More...
Big can be beautiful, when a woman chooses clothes that flatter her curves, make her feel confident, and express her inner loveliness. Now, plus-size women can learn all the important fashion tricks, with a guide that puts style right at their fingertips. It s designed to help larger ladies cultivate that special signature look and see themselves objectively. The photos are the key: they ll tell you whether a sweater does hide that tummy or if a pair of pants minimizes the rear. There are also attractive solutions for specific problems every woman faces, and ideas for celebrating the best part... View More...
Celebrated makeup artist and the Today show beauty editor Bobbie Brown share the secretes that have made her one of the most sought-after names in makeup today. In this straightforward, refreshingly honest guide to makeup, no one perfect beauty standard is promoted; Bobbie knows that every woman has her own look, and her mission is to help readers maximize their individual potential. Learn the essential techniques necessary for any woman who wants to look and feel her best--day or night. Learning to appreciate your own beauty How to do makeup fast How to handle bad beauty days How to get out... View More...
On the eve of her 50th birthday, bestselling beauty-book author and cosmetics industry icon Bobbi Brown offers expert makeup tips that can redefine beauty for women in midlife. More than 200 full-color photos illustrate her advice. View More...
