September 30th, 2007 at 4:38pm |
Never failing to disappoint, the Kyoto Costume Institute delivers a perfectly catalogued history of clothing from the 18th century through the 20th century in Fashion.
Full-coloured glossy photos featuring designer and construction details round out this 2-volume set of corsets, dresses, head-coverings, and stockings.
It’s the evolution of apparel, and it’s clearly inspiration for any aspiring designer.
Fashion by: The […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Fashion | By: The Kyoto Costume Institute
June 27th, 2007 at 4:59am |
And they said dressing for less was impossible. Well, ladies, it’s quite possible. In fact, I’d venture to say that it’s a sure thing.
Dressing for less does not mean you sacrifice any style or quality. Quite the contrary. And it’s so easy to do.
1. Search for sales. Just because something is full price is not a sure […]
Read the rest of Hope’s How-To | Dress for Under $100
June 8th, 2007 at 4:43am |
Before the days of the digital age and fashion photography, designers and editors relied on creative illustrators to depict dazzling design at its best.
From 1900 to 1975, author Cally Blackman takes readers on a journey by illustration, providing historical and informational commentary on the development of fashion drawings.
100 Years of Fashion Illustration by Cally Blackman, […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | 100 Years of Fashion Illustration | By: Cally Blackman
June 1st, 2007 at 4:46am |
Without Audrey, women wouldn’t wear ballet slippers with such panache; we wouldn’t shape our eyebrows quite as thick; we wouldn’t sport cropped cigarette pants every summer.
Audrey Hepburn made a remarkable contribution to both the worlds of acting and fashion, and within the pages of Audrey Style, Pamela Clarke examines the life and work of the renowned […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Audrey Style | By: Pamela Clarke
May 11th, 2007 at 5:34am |
All praise for the man who made pants for women popular; the original innovator of clothing for women; the French couturier himself (aside from Dior), Paul Poiret.
Straight from the Costume Institute and the Metropolitan Museum of Art – both of which held the well-over-said “Party of the Year” – is a dynamic, full-coverage, and thorough examination of Poiret’s life […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Poiret | By: Harold Koda, Andrew Bolton, Nancy J. Troy
May 4th, 2007 at 4:53am |
Surf’s up, dudettes!
In the spirit of Summer, I can’t help but get excited when I think about Venice Beach, bikinis, and drive-in movies.
The Pop Surf Culture: Music, Design, Film, and Fashion from the Bohemian Surf Boom is both an insightful and an inspiring look at the cowabunga culture of the 1950s and 60s — from […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | The Pop Surf Culture | By: Domenic Priore
April 20th, 2007 at 4:56am |
While Westwood’s works are often more artistic than wearable, I do count her creations among the most inspired/inspiring.
Westwood’s life and daring designs are vividly presented by fashion expert Claire Wilcox in over 200 full-on-fabulous pages.
From the Sex Pistols to Sex in the City, Wilcox includes little-known details of Westwood’s avant-garde glory.
Yours today for $30.87 from […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Vivienne Westwood | By: Claire Wilcox
March 30th, 2007 at 6:54am |
Examples of Andy Warhol’s influence on both fashion and lifestyle, whether big or small, have been around since the 1950s. Today, with starlets like Sienna Miller helping to spark a mod revival, Warhol’s popularity is once again soaring to new heights.
Deep within the pages of Andy Warhol Fashion are fantastic original illustrations, fabulous images, and unique […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Andy Warhol Fashion | By: Simon Doonan, Chronicle Books, Andy Warhol
March 9th, 2007 at 9:37am |
More than 450 pages of fabulous photographs and details dedicated to decades of fashion ala Dolce & Gabbana.
More unique than any fashion-related book I’ve read yet, Casadio compiled a fascinating blend of articles and art pertaining to Dolce & Gabbana from famous fashion glossies the world over.
More than 375 colour illustrations featuring photos by Peter […]
Read the rest of Robertson’s Reads | Dolce & Gabbana Fashion Album | By: Mariuccia Casadio
February 28th, 2007 at 10:33am |
Though I love, love, LOVE the purple blazer, I’d have an easier time loving the entire look if the jodphur-esque pants weren’t army green, and if the socks weren’t grey. The wild-child plaid shirt I can handle.
My personal philosophy has always been understated elegance, and to achieve that, I always try to marry one flashy-unique-so-totally-me […]
Read the rest of Balenciaga | F/W 07 Collection
January 2nd, 2007 at 12:35pm |
What could be better than a place where bloggers everywhere can post their favourite picks from the worlds of fashion, technology, interior design…?
This femme says not much.
Read the rest of My Recommendations at ThisNext
December 22nd, 2006 at 2:19pm |
Surprise! Looking fabulous isn’t what life is all about.
Keep track of memories and and make quick notes with this uber-fab red leather journal from Banana Republic. It’s totable size makes it perfect for whatever bag you happen to be carrying.
Read the rest of Banana Republic | Leather Journal
