Added on 09/12/09

Product Description Are You Ready To Take Control Of Your Image And Gain The Respect, Confidence, Admiration, And Success You Deserve? In this book you'll discover: -Common subconscious bad habits that will weaken an image, and how to prevent them... See more

Product Description Are You Ready To Take Control Of Your Image And Gain The Respect, Confidence, Admiration, And Success You Deserve? In this book you'll discover: -Common subconscious bad habits that will weaken an image, and how to prevent them from happening... page 12 -How to gain respect and attention from an audience... page 16 -Exploiting the myth of "never having a chance to make a first impression" ... page 28 -Just how effective an image truly is; everywhere you look... page 34 -Why excuses are not going to cut it anymore (they never did) ... page 45 "Every day people make instant decisions about you. If you'd like to make the majority of them positive, then Teresa Merchant will be your guide. She tells you what it takes to make people say 'WOW' after seeing you." -Matt Furey Author of Combat Conditioning See less

Highlights: $15.95

Added on 09/02/09

CAUTION: Reading this book will forever change the way you peruse the racks at Bergdorf's or flip through the pages of Vogue. Taking the reader through six months in a designer's life, Fashion Babylon follows an anonymous A-list British fashion... See more

CAUTION: Reading this book will forever change the way you peruse the racks at Bergdorf's or flip through the pages of Vogue. Taking the reader through six months in a designer's life, Fashion Babylon follows an anonymous A-list British fashion designer looking to break out across the pond. Structured around three of the annual "must" industry events, this irresistible work of reportage goes inside the well-cut seams of the fashion world, where women are paid tens of thousands of dollars for simply getting dressed and where a wrong skirt length can cost you your career. You'll find out how a collection is put together — from the objects of inspiration to the catwalk, into the shops and, hopefully, onto the cover of a magazine — and learn who goes to the shows and where they sit...and whose backside they have to kiss to get there. Witty, naughty and jam-packed with celebrity gossip, Fashion Babylon decodes the markups and the comedowns, the fabulous extremes and the shoddy shortcuts... See less

Added on 09/02/09

In the bestselling tradition of The Devil Wears Prada, Karen Yampolsky’s hilarious and disarmingly candid debut goes deep inside the glossy, glamorous, and completely ruthless world of magazine publishing, where bitchiness and betrayal are always in... See more

In the bestselling tradition of The Devil Wears Prada, Karen Yampolsky’s hilarious and disarmingly candid debut goes deep inside the glossy, glamorous, and completely ruthless world of magazine publishing, where bitchiness and betrayal are always in vogue, and this month’s hotshots are just one dud issue away from a pink slip and a one-line career obit on Page Six... As a teenager at a prestigious prep school, Jill White studied her roommate’s magazines, filled with airbrushed-beyond-recognition photos of whisper-thin blondes who hadn’t finished a meal since third grade. She dreamed of one day starting a magazine of her own that would feature women of all sizes and colors -- smart, witty, real women with aspirations beyond tinier thighs and shinier hair. Flash forward several years and a couple of giant leaps up the career ladder, and Jill has it all. Jill magazine is a huge hit, and her fabulous life comes complete with free designer clothes, an abundance of celeb friends, a... See less

Added on 09/02/09

The time when "fashion" was defined by French designers whose clothes could be afforded only by elite has ended. Now designers take their cues from mainstream consumers and creativity is channeled more into mass-marketing clothes than into designing... See more

The time when "fashion" was defined by French designers whose clothes could be afforded only by elite has ended. Now designers take their cues from mainstream consumers and creativity is channeled more into mass-marketing clothes than into designing them. Indeed, one need look no further than the Gap to see proof of this. In The End of Fashion, Wall Street Journal, reporter Teri Agins astutely explores this seminal change, laying bare all aspects of the fashion industry from manufacturing, retailing, anmd licensing to image making and financing. Here as well are fascinating insider vignettes that show Donna Karan fighting with financiers,the rivalry between Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger, and the commitment to haute conture that sent Isaac Mizrahi's business spiraling. See less

Added on 09/02/09

From the Vault Career Library - breakdown of different functions in fashion, with detailed looks at typical days for buyers, designers, resources and training programs, interior design careers, top buying programs for department and specialty stores.

From the Vault Career Library - breakdown of different functions in fashion, with detailed looks at typical days for buyers, designers, resources and training programs, interior design careers, top buying programs for department and specialty stores. See less

Added on 09/02/09

It's The Devil Wears Prada lite. Kira Parker has a summer internship at a fashion magazine called Skirt. Instead of the boss from hell she runs afoul of an evil intern, the beautiful daughter of the publishing magnate who owns the magazine, a girl... See more

It's The Devil Wears Prada lite. Kira Parker has a summer internship at a fashion magazine called Skirt. Instead of the boss from hell she runs afoul of an evil intern, the beautiful daughter of the publishing magnate who owns the magazine, a girl who feels entitled to all she surveys. Think Paris Hilton with less work ethic. Of course, Kira works harder than everyone else and has the real deal, fashion talent. Alas, she pines for the boy who seems to be Evil Intern's beau and then is distracted for a short time (nearly losing the V card, to use the book's phrase) by a handsome and charming con-man who uses her to get to the Evil Intern's side. Nevertheless, virtue, talent, and the Puritan work ethic prevail. This book is predictable, a safe place for teen girls who want to escape reality for a while and be assured of a happy ending. The text is also filled with some interesting (although maybe not entirely accurate: who knows?) insider information about the fashion industry. On the... See less

Added on 09/02/09

Crammed with facts and fascinating case studies, "Fashion Brands" explains how marketers and branding experts have turned clothes and accessories into objects of desire. This edition covers fashion bloggers and the rise of celebrity-endorsed... See more

Crammed with facts and fascinating case studies, "Fashion Brands" explains how marketers and branding experts have turned clothes and accessories into objects of desire. This edition covers fashion bloggers and the rise of celebrity-endorsed products. See less

Added on 09/01/09

The 20th century saw fashion evolve from an exclusive Parisian salon business catering to a wealthy elite, into a global industry employing millions, with new trends whisked into stores before the last model has left the catwalk. Along the way, the... See more

The 20th century saw fashion evolve from an exclusive Parisian salon business catering to a wealthy elite, into a global industry employing millions, with new trends whisked into stores before the last model has left the catwalk. Along the way, the signature feminine silhouettes of each era evolved beyond recognition: House of Worth crinolines gave way to Vionnet's bias-cut gowns, Dior's New Look to Quant's Chelsea Look, Halston's white suit to Frankie B.'s low-rise jeans. In menswear, ready-made suits signaled the demise of bespoke tailoring, long before Hawaiian shirts, skinny ties or baggy pants entered the fore. 20th Century Fashion offers a stylish retrospective of the last hundred years, via 400 fashion advertisements from the Jim Heimann Collection. Using imagery culled from a century of advertising, this book documents the unrelenting pace of fashion as it was adopted into the mass culture, decade by decade. An in-depth introduction, chapter text, and illustrated timeline... See less

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Added on 08/22/09

Lauren Goldstein Crowe has covered the fashion and luxury goods industries for Condé Nast Portfolio, Time, Fortune, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, the New York Times, British Vogue, British Elle, Wallpaper, the Financial Times, and the London Times among... See more

Lauren Goldstein Crowe has covered the fashion and luxury goods industries for Condé Nast Portfolio, Time, Fortune, Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, the New York Times, British Vogue, British Elle, Wallpaper, the Financial Times, and the London Times among others, and has appeared frequently as a fashion expert on television and radio. Sagra Maceira de Rosen is the head of the Luxury & Retail division of Reig Capital Group and a partner and investment director of RC Luxury Partners. She was an equity analyst and head of the Global Luxury Goods Research team at JPMorgan in London. See less

Added on 08/22/09

Rachel Zoe is Hollywood's most powerful stylist. She is the driving force behind today's major front-page trends and she personally decides what Hollywood's hottest stars are wearing, whether they're out on the town or on the red carpet. Now, Zoe... See more

Rachel Zoe is Hollywood's most powerful stylist. She is the driving force behind today's major front-page trends and she personally decides what Hollywood's hottest stars are wearing, whether they're out on the town or on the red carpet. Now, Zoe gives readers full access to the style secrets and tricks of the trade she bestows upon hot celebrity clients like Lindsay Lohan, Salma Hayek, and Mischa Barton. In STYLE A TO ZOE readers will learn how to develop their own personal style and go-glam in ever part of their lif—from wardrobe and jet-setting to entertaining and home decor. STYLE A TO ZOE includes practical advice on developing personal style like a star—on a realistic budget. Rachel makes the reader feel like her best friend with her inviting voice and insider strategies—with tips on everything from how to be your own stylist to must have accessories and wardrobe staples for every occasion. Her secrets include: How to look like a star on an extra's budget! How to create your own... See less

Added on 08/22/09

With her signature eye for style, Nina Garcia is best known for her appearance as the unerring, formidable fashion judge on the hit show Project Runway. An elite authority in the industry, she has worked in fashion houses and in fashion media, with... See more

With her signature eye for style, Nina Garcia is best known for her appearance as the unerring, formidable fashion judge on the hit show Project Runway. An elite authority in the industry, she has worked in fashion houses and in fashion media, with everyone from Marc Jacobs to Elle magazine and Marie Claire. Originally from Colombia, she now makes her home in New York City. See less

Added on 08/22/09

Ideal for sewers with an interest in quality, style, and individuality, this book reveals techniques once only known to the seamstresses in the couture houses of Paris.

Ideal for sewers with an interest in quality, style, and individuality, this book reveals techniques once only known to the seamstresses in the couture houses of Paris. See less

Added on 08/22/09

The ultimate shopping guide for the best of the best. This new edition has dozens of new entries, updated information, and new images. Included categories are cosmetics, home, jewelry, clothing, food & drink, health & beauty, leisure, and shoes &... See more

The ultimate shopping guide for the best of the best. This new edition has dozens of new entries, updated information, and new images. Included categories are cosmetics, home, jewelry, clothing, food & drink, health & beauty, leisure, and shoes & accessories. Included items are for both men and women, with price, place and online info for every item. See less

Added on 07/08/09

BARNES & NOBLE - Find Fashion Entrepreneur by Sandra Burke. Enjoy book clubs, author videos and customer reviews. Free 3-Day shipping on $25 orders!

BARNES & NOBLE - Find Fashion Entrepreneur by Sandra Burke. Enjoy book clubs, author videos and customer reviews. Free 3-Day shipping on $25 orders! See less

Highlights: $29.95

Added on 07/08/09

Fashion Computing has become an essential component of the fashion designer's portfolio of skills. This is the first book to comprehensively explain how to use fashion computing software to produce fashion designs and develop those skills. Through... See more

Fashion Computing has become an essential component of the fashion designer's portfolio of skills. This is the first book to comprehensively explain how to use fashion computing software to produce fashion designs and develop those skills. Through visuals and easy steps, you will learn the creative fashion computing design techniques used in the fashion industry internationally. Fashion Computing includes chapters on: • Flats / Working and Technical Drawings • Fashion Illustrations and Fabrics • Fashion Spreads / Fashion Presentations • PowerPoint Presentations • Digital Fashion Portfolio Specific computer software includes: Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Freehand, PowerPoint, Gerber and Lectra Systems. Fashion Computing is an invaluable textbook for students, designers and illustrators. It is currently being used on fashion courses and for self-learning programs internationally. See less

Highlights: $29.95

Added on 07/08/09

Fashion Artist guides you through key fashion drawing and fashion design techniques. From basic figure templates, you quickly progress to produce visually exciting and creative fashion illustrations, which are developed into dynamic presentations and... See more

Fashion Artist guides you through key fashion drawing and fashion design techniques. From basic figure templates, you quickly progress to produce visually exciting and creative fashion illustrations, which are developed into dynamic presentations and your design portfolio - the passport to your career. Through text, self-explanatory drawings, photographs of the fashion model, together with artwork from international fashion designers and fashion illustrators, this book demonstrates the accepted design standards used in the fashion industry. Fashion Artist also includes: • Nine Heads/Figure Template • Drawing from Life • Flats/Working Drawings/Technical Drawings • Fabric Rendering • Presentation Boards and Fashion Design Portfolio • Womenswear, Menwear, Childrenwear, Costume Design, CAD Fashion Artist is used internationally on fashion courses and as a self-learning program. It is an invaluable textbook for fashion students, fashion designers, fashion illustrators and those with a... See less

Highlights: $29.95

Added on 07/08/09

With her signature eye for style, Nina Garcia is best known for her appearance as the unerring, formidable fashion judge on the hit show Project Runway. An elite authority in the industry, she has worked in fashion houses and in fashion media, with... See more

With her signature eye for style, Nina Garcia is best known for her appearance as the unerring, formidable fashion judge on the hit show Project Runway. An elite authority in the industry, she has worked in fashion houses and in fashion media, with everyone from Marc Jacobs to Elle magazine and Marie Claire. Originally from Colombia, she now makes her home in New York City. Con su ojo experto para la moda, Nina GarcÍa es conocida como la acertada y extraordinaria jueza de la moda en el exitoso programa Project Runway. Como una autoridad en la industria, ha trabajado en imperios y medios de la moda, con todos desde Marc Jacob hasta la revista Marie Claire. Nacida en Colombia, ahora vive en la ciudad de Nueva York. See less

Added on 07/08/09

This comprehensive new book celebrates over 550 top quality handbags by leading and unknown designers the world over, dating from 1759 to 2004, with detailed information to describe their outstanding qualities. These carefully selected handbags are... See more

This comprehensive new book celebrates over 550 top quality handbags by leading and unknown designers the world over, dating from 1759 to 2004, with detailed information to describe their outstanding qualities. These carefully selected handbags are arranged by their primary materials and chronologically within each chapter, for easy reference and interesting comparisons. Here fine leather, fabric, metal, beaded, skin, and plastic handbags from all over Europe, England, Canada, The United States, and Asia appear in over 600 beautiful color photographs. Examples appear from the design houses of Adele Handbags, Asprey, Bergdorf Goodman, Bonnie Cashin for Coach, Cartier, Chanel, Coblentz, Collins of Texas, deLillo, Elizabeth Arden, Emilio Pucci, Fendi, Givenchy, Gucci, Halston, Hermes, I. Miller, Joret, Judith Lieber, Keiselstein-Cort, Llewellen, Mandalian, Mark Cross, Marvel, Nettie Rosenstein, Patricia of Miami, Pierre Cardin, Raoul Calabro, Rialto, Roger Van S., Ronay, Rosenfeld, sydney... See less

Added on 07/08/09

Music and fashion: the deep connection between these two expressive worlds is firmly entrenched. Yet little attention has been paid to the association of sound and style in the early twentieth century--a period of remarkable and often parallel... See more

Music and fashion: the deep connection between these two expressive worlds is firmly entrenched. Yet little attention has been paid to the association of sound and style in the early twentieth century--a period of remarkable and often parallel developments in both high fashion and the arts, including music. This beautifully written book, lavishly illustrated with fashion plates and photographs, explores the relationship between music and fashion, elegantly charting the importance of these arts to the rise of transatlantic modernism. Focusing on the emergence of the movement known as Neoclassicism, Mary E. Davis demonstrates that new aesthetic approaches were related to fashion in a manner that was perfectly attuned to the tastes of jazz-age sophisticates. Looking in particular at three couturiers--Paul Poiret, Germaine Bongard, and Coco Chanel--and three breakthrough fashion magazines--La Gazette du Bon Ton, Vanity Fair, and Vogue--Davis illuminates for the first time the ways in which... See less

Added on 07/08/09

Over the past five years a group of talented young New York-based designers of clothing and accessories has emerged to both international critical and commercial success. New York Fashion illustrates the best examples of the work of twenty of New... See more

Over the past five years a group of talented young New York-based designers of clothing and accessories has emerged to both international critical and commercial success. New York Fashion illustrates the best examples of the work of twenty of New York's latest generation of fashion designers, including Zac Posen, Proenza Schouler, Jean Yu, Behnaz Sarafpour, and Derek Lam. Sonnet Stanfill examines the reasons behind this exciting rise in new talent, focusing not only on emerging designers and their contributions to the changing fashion industry, but also exploring New York as a fashion capital in the 21st century: a whirl of chaos, inspiration, and beauty. Illustrations include Scarlett Johansson in a Derek Lam bustier dress, Natalie Portman in the Empire State dress by Zac Posen, and many more. See less

Highlights: * $55.00

Added on 07/08/09

Since 2004, New York magazine has been celebrating New York City style in a feature called "The Look Book": a centerfold-with its subject shot at random anywhere and everywhere across Gotham-along with an interview about the subject's personal style.... See more

Since 2004, New York magazine has been celebrating New York City style in a feature called "The Look Book": a centerfold-with its subject shot at random anywhere and everywhere across Gotham-along with an interview about the subject's personal style. The New York Look Book collects more than 200 of the best Look Book features, and a special "Where to Find It" section offers readers not only store listings, but also an insider's guide to New York's distinctive neighborhoods. See less

Highlights: * $24.95

Added on 07/08/09

A visual feast of 400 dazzling images, this is a comprehensive survey of the genre over the last century. The book also offers an overview of the development of fashion, as seen through the eyes of the greatest illustrators of the day. Early in the... See more

A visual feast of 400 dazzling images, this is a comprehensive survey of the genre over the last century. The book also offers an overview of the development of fashion, as seen through the eyes of the greatest illustrators of the day. Early in the century fashion illustration reflected new, liberating currents in art and culture, such as the exoticism of the Ballets Russes, while the postwar period saw inspiration from the great Parisian couturiers. After the dominance of the celebrity fashion photographer in the '60s, a new generation of illustrators emerged, embracing the medium of the computer, while many returned to more traditional techniques. See less

Highlights: * $40.00

Added on 07/08/09

Christian Dior was born in France in 1905. After serving as an officer during World War II, he opened The House of Dior in 1946 and launched the "New Look" in 1947. Dior brought the center of the fashion world back to Paris, where he reigned over the... See more

Christian Dior was born in France in 1905. After serving as an officer during World War II, he opened The House of Dior in 1946 and launched the "New Look" in 1947. Dior brought the center of the fashion world back to Paris, where he reigned over the fashion world until his death in 1957. See less

Highlights: * $19.95

Added on 07/08/09

Ever heard of c.neeon's Mondrian-inspired graphic prints or Peter Pilotto's mystical silhouettes? You will. Be one of the first to study their budding careers in this who's who of avant-garde fashion designers. This perfect coffee table book features... See more

Ever heard of c.neeon's Mondrian-inspired graphic prints or Peter Pilotto's mystical silhouettes? You will. Be one of the first to study their budding careers in this who's who of avant-garde fashion designers. This perfect coffee table book features amazing photos, along with summaries and Q&As from talents around the world. See less

Highlights: $39.99

Added on 07/08/09

Amazon.com: Elegance: The Seeberger Brothers and the Birth of Fashion Photography: Virginie Chardin,Xavier Demange,Sylvie Aubenas: Books

Amazon.com: Elegance: The Seeberger Brothers and the Birth of Fashion Photography: Virginie Chardin,Xavier Demange,Sylvie Aubenas: Books See less

Highlights: $18.99

Added on 07/08/09

* Paperback: 384 pages * Publisher: Harper Paperbacks (November 1, 2007) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0061544493 * ISBN-13: 978-0061544491 * Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 1.1 inches * Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)... See more

* Paperback: 384 pages * Publisher: Harper Paperbacks (November 1, 2007) * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0061544493 * ISBN-13: 978-0061544491 * Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8 x 1.1 inches * Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) * Average Customer Review: (12 customer reviews) * Amazon.com Sales Rank: #760 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books) Popular in these categories: (What's this?) See less

Highlights: $13.57

Added on 07/08/09

A, B, C, D, E, F-A-S-H-I-O-N... The Fashion Book is the A-Z of fashion, taking a look at the people who created and inspired it. Spanning 150 years, the whole industry is represented; from pioneering Coco Chanel and Issey Miyake to influential... See more

A, B, C, D, E, F-A-S-H-I-O-N... The Fashion Book is the A-Z of fashion, taking a look at the people who created and inspired it. Spanning 150 years, the whole industry is represented; from pioneering Coco Chanel and Issey Miyake to influential photographers such as Richard Avedon and Helmut Newton and the people they photographed. * Easy to use and filled the inspirational images * Contains over 500 clothes and accessory designers, photographers, models and iconic individuals * Uses a comprehensive cross-referencing system and glossary which explain the many collaborations and techniques used in fashion * Dimensions: 16.5 x 12 x 2.5 cm * Paperback * Publisher: Phaidon See less

Highlights: £6.95

Added on 07/08/09

Author and haberdasher Alan Flusser's Dressing the Man is an authoritative guide to the modern man's wardrobe, a surprisingly newsworthy subject thanks to the recent rise and fall of Silicon Valley's influence, and the cor-responding shifts at many... See more

Author and haberdasher Alan Flusser's Dressing the Man is an authoritative guide to the modern man's wardrobe, a surprisingly newsworthy subject thanks to the recent rise and fall of Silicon Valley's influence, and the cor-responding shifts at many companies from business wear to "business casual" and back again. Flusser leads off with the fundamentals, color and proportion, and builds all other associations from there. "Once you learn which colors enhance your complexion and why specific proportions flatter your physique," he writes, "you are halfway home." But Flusser is just warming up: The encyclopedic book continues with chapter-by-chapter discussions of everything a man might put on his body. With each description of socks, shoes, dress shirts and pocket squares, Flusser returns to his main point: that a man's clothes should harmonize with the tones of his skin and hair and with his physique. Style, like anything else a man wants to improve--his golf game, his public speaking, or... See less

Highlights: * $49.95

Added on 07/08/09

This is the first English language edition of the Dizionario della Moda . It is a collection of over 4500 entries from the fashion world - designers, fashion houses, brands, photographers, distributors - with particular attention to Italian... See more

This is the first English language edition of the Dizionario della Moda . It is a collection of over 4500 entries from the fashion world - designers, fashion houses, brands, photographers, distributors - with particular attention to Italian designers. The Dizionario was first published in 2004 and, due to its popularity, has been updated and translated into English, making this a rich and comprehensive manual, relevant for today, which is easy to use. Attention is focused not only on the bright lights on the runways, but also on the minor players - The Fashion Dictionary is a journalistic tome which tells the stories of the men, women, and events of fashion. There are roughly one hundred contributors to this encyclopedia and they range from fashion historians and writers to great names of lifestyle journalism and trade reporting. This dictionary will have appeal to fashion specialists, those involved with fashion and art schools, fashion magazines, as well as fashion editors and... See less

Highlights: * $49.50

Added on 07/08/09

Awesome book about shoe design. From the fiercely beautiful to the luxuriously decedant, New Shoes brings together a sublime mix of desirable shoes, sandals and boots to illustrate the unique blend of design skill and craftsmanship that is footwear... See more

Awesome book about shoe design. From the fiercely beautiful to the luxuriously decedant, New Shoes brings together a sublime mix of desirable shoes, sandals and boots to illustrate the unique blend of design skill and craftsmanship that is footwear design today. A must have for any shoe fiend! See less