Fashion
101 THINGS I LEARNED(R) IN FASHION SCHOOL
Written by Frederick, Matthew
A guide to surviving and thriving in fashion school, from an award-winning fashion designer and illustrator Success in fashion school requires more than a passion for fashion. It calls for the student to understand the cultural forces that shape what we wear and why we wear it; to develop a wide range of practical, aesthetic, and intellectual skills; and to work hands-on.
FASHION ILLUSTRATION BOOK: THE ART OF TANAKA
Written by Tanaka
Cute and cool fashion illustrations showcased in the artist's first art collection book.
JUST MARRIED: HOW TO MAKE YOUR WEDDING THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DAY OF YOUR LIFE
You've just said yes... but now what? Wedding planning can be a daunting task. When is the right time to start shopping for dresses? How to keep the budgets balanced? How to navigate the drama of seating charts? Tie the knot with Just Married, a beginning-to-end, tip-to-toe curated guide, filled to the brim with helpful planning guides and inspiration.
HOW TO BE A TASTEMAKER
How does Bumble-founder Whitney Wolf keep her cool while managing her tech empire? How did renowned Michelin-starred chef Skye Gyngell establish a sustainable kitchen? What inspired Luke Edward Hall's singular approach to decoration? What's Paris Hilton's view on climate change?
NEW BEAUTY
In recent years, the beauty industry has shifted the conversation towards the individual in a way it hasn't done before. While people, and women in particular, have historically been enticed into this industry to achieve rather rigid ideals set by society, the current conversations brands and consumers are establishing embrace individuality and celebrate identity.
NIKE: BETTER IS TEMPORARY
Written by Sam Grawe
At Nike, the desire to be the best is a journey, not a destination--better is always temporary. Phaidon commemorates the company's influence with Nike: Better is Temporary, a landmark publication that charts Nike's transformation from rebellious upstart to global phenomenon.
PUCCI. UPDATED EDITION
Written by Pucci, Laudomia
Emilio Pucci had a passion for women, a visionary sense of style, and an eye for color and design. With these talents, he created a fashion house unlike any other. By the early '50s, his boutique on the isle of Capri was catering to wealthy sophisticates, heiresses, and movie stars buying his "Capri pants," silk scarves, and lightweight separates.
COUTURE TAILORING: A CONSTRUCTION GUIDE FOR WOMEN'S JACKETS
Written by Shaeffer, Claire
Bestselling author Claire Shaeffer teaches you everything you need to know to plan and sew the perfect jacket. Based on couture techniques learnt from master tailors, this book begins with the equipment, materials, design elements, and sewing and construction techniques used in all types of tailoring.
PATTERN CUTTING
Written by Lo, Dennic Chunman
This practical guide explains how to take accurate measurements, introduces key tools and takes you from simple pattern-cutting ideas to more advanced creative methods. Step-by-step illustrations show how to create and then fit basic bodice, sleeve, skirt, dress, and trouser blocks, and how to adapt these to create patterns for original designs.
PATTERN CUTTING FOR MENSWEAR
Written by Kershaw, Gareth
Pattern Cutting for Menswear is a comprehensive guide to cutting patterns, from basic skills to advanced techniques.
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