Robertson's Reads - Fashion

Let's just talk for a minute about Janie Bryant. She's a style genius, right? Studying at Georgia State University, and starting out as designer for two David Milch shows, Big Apple and HBO's Deadwood, Janie Bryant most recently took up residence as the costume designer for Mad Men. And what a designer she is! Inspiring real-life runway collections from Michael Kors and Prada, Janie Bryant has put classic clothing back on the map. The Mad Men costume designer is so sought-after that she's written her own book, entitled The Fashion File: Advice, Tips, and Inspiration from the Costume Designer of Mad Men, in which she delves deep into the dressing room from the style-setting AMC show Mad Men, and reveals her in-depth design process behind female characters' looks.

In Fashion File, Janie Bryant offers practical advice to assist real women in their quest to dress with style, but also personality. Bryant covers topic ranging from bra sizes to boys (yes, ladies, there is a section to help you style your guy like Don Draper). And — a woman after my own heart — Bryant's got her own list of ten essentials that every woman should have in her wardrobe.

This book is a must-have for any fashionista. Whether or not you're a fan of Mad Men, the clothes worn by the characters on the hit AMC show are classic, and this book will show you how to find your own timeless style.

The Fashion File: Advice, Tips, and Inspiration from the Costume Designer of Mad Men ($18.80 CDN, Amazon)