Customer Review: I really love Project Runway and have watched every season. So, I was very intersted to read this book by one of the judges, Nina Garcia, who I think is the best judge on the show. (Michael Kors is great, too.) In this book, she really tells women how to dress and how to do it without spending... more info
Customer Review: If you have never read a fashion advice book nor looked at fashion magazines, this might be a good beginning. However, if you have any interest in the subject, you probably will already know everything Garcia has to say. You also likely will feel that it's better expressed in many other books and... more info
Customer Review: The book is a good read, I really enjoyed. It gives you some ideas and guidance but it really lack some sort of images, pictures or drawings. I love reading all kinds of books, but when it comes to fashion, I believe we need more than words, we need pictures so we can have a better idea of what is... more info
Customer Review: This book was written in 2003. That should speak for itself. The layout is cluttered and belabored with page after page of ugly, outdated clothes (Sequin camis are a "must"?!? For who, strippers?) with a few chic classics mixed in (think a beige trench coat like the one Igrid Bergman wore in... more info
Customer Review: The best suggestion she has is to outline your silhouette on a piece of paper, and learn where all the important points, such as high and low hip height are located. After looking at my drawing for two weeks I realized I am a petite on top but not on bottom. Suddenly I was able to find clothes that... more info
Customer Review: I read a few reviews for this book and decided to borrow it from the library before buying it. I'll save my pennies on this one. Unfortunately this one was a disappointment though it had been recommended. Perhaps it might have been better had it included how the different body types could... more info
Customer Review: Style on a Shoestring is a must-have for every woman. The info on proper fit of clothing makes the book worthwhile. The book gives factors to consider when making a purchase. I will be able to avoid costly mistakes I have made.
Customer Review: The book starts out talking about a distinction between the concept of style and the concept of fashion. Style is different from fashion in the way that fashion trends come and go and style is timeless. It helps knowing exactly what works for your body type and your style personality. What pieces... more info
Customer Review: Overall a pretty good book. First chapter of the book is dedicated to talking about the wardrobe basic building blocks, such as 1. Dark lean suit
2. Pencil skirt or a-line skirt if more suitable for your body type0
3. Crisp white shirt
4. Great pair of jeans
5. Little... more info