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Fab Read: Prada
Prada is jumping on the designer-book bandwagon. The Italian house has unveiled a 706-page book, titled Prada, that highlights the house's 30 years of fashion, art, and more. "For Prada, fashion, luxury and style go beyond producing an infinity of clothes and shoes, so the book wants to illustrate the various aspects through which Prada expresses itself," said Patrizio Bertelli, chief executive officer of Prada Group.
Fab Read: Italian Fashion Now
I've never seen a more polished-at-all-times group of people than Italians. I can always spot Italian tourists thanks to their spot-on style. Of course, Prada, Giorgio Armani, Missoni, Gianni Versace, Gucci, and Dolce & Gabbana are hugely responsible for that.
Fab Read: Mrs. O, The Face of Fashion Democracy
Michelle Obama is such an icon, there's a second book dedicated to her first-class style. Mrs. O: The Face of Fashion Democracy ($18) follows the first lady's wardrobe choices, from her wedding dress to her White House getups. You'll also find interviews with designers like Maria Pinto, Isabel Toledo, and Jason Wu, who have all dressed Michelle.
Fab Read: . . . Isms: Understanding Fashion
I'm always one to dig a little deeper when it comes to understanding where certain styles and fashions originate. If you're curious like me, check out the upcoming . .
Fab Read: Junky Styling, Wardrobe Surgery
Those of us who can't stop into London's Junky Styling boutique should try the next best thing: the new book, Junky Styling: Wardrobe Surgery ($32), by founders Annika Sanders and Kerry Seager. First read about the store's unique history and its forward-thinking founders — Annika and Kerry started out making clothes to wear to clubs in the early '90s. Then learn how to re-create some of their popular garments: a shirt wrap halter top, a scarf made from suit sleeves, and so on.
Fab Read: Foam Magazine
There are so many fresh things about Foam magazine, where to begin? Based out of San Clemente, CA, the magazine is brimming with fashion, the ocean, art, and music. It's inspiration information for the beach-loving fashion art hound.
Fab Read: Olivier Theyskens, The Other Side of the Picture
Olivier Theyskens may no longer be at Nina Ricci — major bummer — but that doesn't mean he's idle. The designer is penning a book — Olivier Theyskens: The Other Side of the Picture — to be published by Assouline. Come January, you will be able to experience the Belgian designer via decades worth of backstage photos documented by photographer Julien Claessens.
Fab Read: Rebel Rebel, Anti-Style
A bit of a rebel himself, British singer-turned-designer Keanan Duffty has penned a book that will appeal to, well, rebels. Rebel Rebel: Anti-Style ($23), debuting Sept. 8, is a 144-page book exploring how the "heritage and history" of fashion staples like the T-shirt and leather jacket have inspired that style.
Fab Read: Fierce Style, How to Be Your Most Fabulous Self
Christian Siriano has already created a makeup line, and now he's hitting the books. The Project Runway season four winner wants to bestow fierceness via his first title, Fierce Style: How to Be Your Most Fabulous Self ($17). Are you surprised by the sassy subject and cover?
The Sartorialist Pens a Book
I can seriously blow hours perusing The Sartorialist. So many people, so many fresh outfits. Snapping unique ensembles and fabulous people has become Scott Schuman's forte, so naturally, the next step is penning his own book.
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