Sex and the city 2: the stories; the fashion; the adventure
introductions by Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael Patrick King; text by Eric Cyphers; photographs by Craig Blankenhorn; designed by Number 7, NYC.
"Your bookshelf is about to get a whole lot sexier. As the highly anticipated Sex and the City 2 hits theatres, Running Press presents the official companion book, available both in paperback and as a deluxe hardcover edition. With style emulated by millions of women, Carrie Bradshaw has become the fashion icon of our day. Nearly half of this book is devoted to showcasing and detailing the wardrobe and accessories worn by the women in the movie. As a complete guide to Sex and the City 2, the book is also filled with exclusive plot details, interviews with cast and crew, and never-before-told stories about the making of the film. The fashions, the friendship, and the fun are all gorgeously illustrated by more than 500 downright fabulous photos of Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, Charlotte, and the rest of the stellar cast. Fans just can't get enough of Sex and the City. This book will be a must-have for the millions who made the show the highest-rated on cable TV; who bought $400 million worth of tickets to the first movie; and who made the book that tied in with that film a New York Times bestseller!" (Amazon)

How to never look fat again: over 1,000 ways to dress thinner - without dieting!
by Charla Krupp.
"The new groundbreaking style-guide from bestseller author Charla Krupp on how to look 10 pounds lighter, 10 years younger and 10 times sexier every day, all year--in summer, winter, at the gym, even in a swimsuit! You'll never get dressed the same way again once you discover: *smart, easy ways to hide arm flap, a big bust, a muffin top, back fat, Buddha belly, a big booty, wide hips, thunder thighs, and heavy calves-and that's only half the book. *which fabrics, colours, and styles make women look fat *absolutely the best shades, shapes, and brilliant buys to make the pounds invisible *clever solutions for special fashion situations--workout gear, evening wear, and even swimsuits! *which products, fashions, and services you shouldn't waste your money on *the top ten tips that will make you look thinner by tonight! So, if you've ever put on a piece of clothing and asked "Does this make me look fat?" Finally, here is the book that will answer your question." (Amazon)
Book reviewed: Spanx a million, by Daphne Guinness; The Sydney Morning Herald; 24/06/2010.

Fashion since 1900
by Valerie Mendes & Amy de la Haye
"The most comprehensive and detailed history available of women's fashion in the modern era.
From the styles of the early 1900s to those of the twenty-first century, John Peacock charts the development of women's fashion in all its aspects: couture wear, leisure wear, day wear, evening wear, bridal wear, underwear, and accessories. Fashion's greatest designers and designs are all here: from Worth's visiting dress, Chanel's suits, Balenciaga's classic gowns, Dior's New Look, and Mary Quant's mini-dresses to recent designs from the collections of Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, and others. Photography could never capture so faithfully the dazzling variety of these designs. Indeed, many that predate the advent of colour photography have never been shown in their original colours. John Peacock's wide-ranging research, using paintings, photographs, and the garments themselves, has allowed him to reproduce in meticulous detail lines, shapes, weaves, patterns, and colours. Arranged by decade, the drawings are accompanied by complete descriptions of each garment and accessory, including the fabric, cut, and pattern. In this revised edition of Peacock's standard book, 155 new drawings have been added, together with detailed descriptions. The updated reference section includes a time chart summarizing the development of fashion, biographies of couturiers and designers, and a bibliography. 1,250+ colour illustrations." (Real Groovy)

Crazy busy beautiful: beauty secrets for getting gorgeous fast
by Carmindy; illustrations by Amy Saidens
"Crazy Busy Beautiful: Beauty Secrets for Getting Gorgeous Fast unveils nearly 600 quick and easy beauty tips for everyday women in an accessible trade paperback original format, so it's easy to tuck in your handbag or makeup bag. Want your pout to look like Angelina's? Carmindy achieves full lips with this trick: 'Take a little highlighting cream or shadow and add a dab on top of the Cupid's bow of the lips and just below the lower lip. This gives the illusion of naturally fuller lips'. Blackheads be gone! Carmindy says that Elmer's Glue is just as good as a pore strip for removing blackheads from your nose. Forgot to pack your eye-liner? In a pinch, Carmindy says 'mascara can pull double-duty as an eyeliner. Use an brush to pick up a little colour from the mascara wand and smudge it into the lash line'. Can't get that last bit of blush to come off? Carmindy says to 'Swipe a cotton ball dipped in mineral oil across stubborn makeup. It will melt off'. Traumatised by age spots that just won't go away? Follow Carmindy's tip and 'Put lemon juice on age spots at night to help fade them. But never apply lemon juice to the skin right before sun exposure'. From creating perfect smoky eyes to a DIY sugar scrub, "Crazy Busy Beautiful" is chock-full of tips for daytime routines, night-time glamour, travel, and every other time you want to look and feel beautiful in your crazy, busy life." (Real Groovy)

American fashion menswear
by Robert E. Bryan, Council of Fashion Designers of America
"In the same series as the bestselling American Fashion and American Fashion Accessories, Assouline and the Council of Fashion Designers of America present American Fashion Menswear, the most authoritative and exciting book to date on the evolution of menswear in our country over the past century. From the outset, America was settled by individualists and adventurers who severed ties with the old world to find their destiny in an unknown land, a separation that opened the way for change in a less stratified society. To survive the challenges of a new environment, the American man needed garments that were functional and well-designed, qualities that continue to endure at the very heart of American menswear. From Levi Strauss to the Ivy League, lounge suits to Zoot suits, cowboys to counterculture, American Fashion Menswear celebrates the quintessentially American themes that are emulated throughout the world of fashion, as well as the designers and style icons who have made lasting contributions to the way men dress." (Amazon)

Australian fashion unstitched: the last 60 years
edited by Bonnie English & Liliana Pomazan
"Australian Fashion Unstitched provides a compelling and authoritative survey of the myriad influences and attributes of Australian fashion over the last sixty years. This post-war period saw Australia's fashion industry come of age. The word couturier became part of the Australian lexicon and glamorous Paris catwalk shows graced our shores, showcasing overseas styling to large audiences in our major cities. Displaying pride in our nationhood and paying tribute to our heritage, our young and emerging designers, in turn, embarked upon a long, sometimes arduous journey to offer Australian fashion to the world. Unique indigenous textile design, cutting-edge swimwear, and fresh interpretations of global trends infiltrated the international marketplace, sustaining and bolstering the trademark of Australian design. Australian Fashion Unstitched narrates this fascinating story through the eyes of the designers themselves, as well as the journalists, academics, fashion photographers and museum curators who represent this vibrant industry." (Amazon)

Harper's bazaar fabulous at every age: your quick & easy guide to fashion
by Nandini D'Souza; edited by Jenny Barnett
"With Harper's Bazaar, beauty knows no age - and fabulous is forever!
With nearly three million sophisticated readers, Harper's Bazaar has an audience with a well-honed eye for style. That's why this elegant and lively guide - filled with dazzling fashion choices and celebrity photography demonstrating the best looks - will quickly capture their attention and become the must-have accessory. Based on the magazine's most popular monthly column, this visually resplendent book showcases great styles for women in their 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, and 70+. It reveals the secrets of the world's most fashionable women (including such fashion icons as Gwyneth Paltrow, Demi Moore, and Iman), and how to identify the look that's just right for you. From building a perfect wardrobe to smart shopping secrets (including cost-saving ideas like fashion swaps with friends and how to shop your own closet); from flattering your figure to choosing sexy extras and classic buys that you'll love forever, Fabulous at Every Age covers it all, with advice on dressing for work, play, and going glam. Each chapter includes insider advice and styling tips, along with quotes from top designers and the stars of fashion, and an abundance of information no woman will want to be without." (Amazon)

Don't go to the cosmetics counter without me
by Paula Begoun with Bryan Barron
"Paula Begoun has been reporting on the beauty industry for more than 25 years. Loved by readers and feared by corporations, she has earned the name of "Cosmetics Cop" for her thorough, authoritative investigations of beauty products and her fierce consumer advocacy. From drugstores and home shopping to department stores and catalogues, Begoun reviews all of the major cosmetic and skin care lines product by product -- more than 30,000 in all. Regardless of the price tags, there are good and bad products in almost every line, and with the turn of a page, readers receive concise reviews and fast answers in this comprehensive, totally revised edition. Begoun covers product websites, efficacy, and whether claims such as youth extension are accurate. Individual chapters are devoted to best products, a cosmetic ingredients dictionary, and animal testing. A user-friendly rating system makes finding items worth trying a snap." (Real Groovy)