All my favorite Brigitte-Bardot-movies are in this book. I am creating my own capsule wardrobe and wanted to know the must-have wardrobe pieces. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 1, 2014. SHEESH! And a little black dress. I have nearly no shoes. One of those books I'm sure I'll refer to frequently. Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2017. By InStyle Staff. I'm glad I didn't buy it only picked it up at the library. This was kind of silly but since it was a free download via my state library I was compelled to check it out since I'm a fan of Nina Garcia. But then I remember that I am a field biologist, and that my idea of a good evening out is drinking a craft beer in the unpretentious brewery district near my. by It Books, The One Hundred: A Guide to the Pieces Every Stylish Woman Must Own. What a great list of things comprising a great wardrobe. I did, though, actually like this book for the history lesson and the fun illustrations - some of which directly contradicted Garcia's rules (Fishnet, for example). From Nina Garcia—fashion judge on Bravo’s hit Project Runway and the New York Times bestselling author of Style Strategy—comes The One Hundred, the companion edition to her wildly popular The Little Black Book of Style. But, I do have looks, styles, clothing features that look best on me and make me feel my best. I'm not going to wait until my skin is a smooth as the proverbial baby's bottom. No, I don't agree with everything in this book, or even much, and I didn't like Nina Garcia as a judge on Project Runway, but I think her extorting us to experiment and make things our own is right - and didn't we know that anyway? Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2016. I just don't like Nina Garcia's personal sense of style. Choose one. In the wildly popular The Little Black Book of Style, fashion authority Nina Garcia showed women how to think about personal style in an entirely new way. I don't have 100 must haves, and I really don't think someone outside the fashion world would. She also gives great advice on classic color and choices for simple things like nail polish and lipstick. For every item, the author includes a history background of it, names of the brands who carry the best examples and where you could apply on that item in the most sophisticated and appropriate way. Obviously a light read, but Nina is right on about the 100 items every girl's closet needs. They are, in fact, not.”, T-Shirts, Purses, Corsets, Panties, Hats, Glasses, Gloves, Jewelry, Uniforms, Shoes, Brassieres, Boutiques, And Fashions Unique. Please try again. Wide legged pants are the only way to go, with boot-cuts being the narrowest that look really good on me. I was very pleasantly surprised to find my self learning such things as why is a cocktail ring so called? Fun and helpful. leather pants?) Please try again. For anyone who doesn't know the history of flats, caban jackets or biker boots (or even jeans), this book is a valuable source. She also recommends her favorite designers of particular items. This book annoyed me so much I couldn't even enjoy the frequent illustrations. Welcome back. Instead I have backpacks (from canvas Jansport to leather bespoke), a water through-the-door fridge, and a closet full of majority Lands' End/Target/thrifted/vintage. I sometimes struggle with the fact that I have only one outfit appropriate for going out anywhere vaguely fancy after work, and that I am totally averse to shopping and makeup and other things that make women look "presentable." Sold by bookwormmm and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. I don't agree with all of them but I still got lots of ideas. Please try again. Be the first to ask a question about The One Hundred. I don't think I've ever read a book featuring watercolor illustrations that I didn't like. I would now like a cape and jaunty cap to go with my wellies, though, so the advice in this book has not been entirely lost on me. That man has a gift, I tell you. Definitely isn't a guide of what to gather together, more like a summation of all the standards of "uptown" and aspirational fashion prevalent in the 00's. I've borrowed this one and the "Style Strategy" of Nina also. Read the book and make up your own mind. I would recommend this book to all fashionistas and anyone looking to build the best wardrobe, not for the brands, but the pieces that work best interchangeably and quality details to look for. Also, doesn't seem to need a body type to work. Who could foresee the comeback of visible headphones? The book gave me some things to think about and had the un intended effect of putting what is important in life into perspective. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. I did, though, actually like this book for the history lesson and the fun illustrations - some of which directly co. Ha, "Must Owns," eh? The "Musts" are too much! The contents of this book are exactly what the title says, the one hundred wardrobe pieces every woman should wear. I sometimes struggle with the fact that I have only one outfit appropriate for going out anywhere vaguely fancy after work, and that I am totally averse to shopping and makeup and other things that make women look "presentable." Instead I have backpacks (from canvas Jansport to leather bespoke), a water through-the-door fridge, and a closet full of majority Lands' End/Target/thrifted/vintage. Something we hope you'll especially enjoy: FBA items qualify for FREE Shipping and Amazon Prime. I've learned so much about fashion IN DEPTH reading this book. Originally from Colombia, she now makes her home in New York City. But, I do have look. I score 56 out of 100! Build your capsule wardrobe with these key pieces every woman should have in her closet. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. She took it a step further and writes about the history of many items (how the totally unaffordable Birkin bag came to be). For those not born with style confidence (ahem....me) this is a really helpful book. So a stylist actually suggested I bought this book to have it on hand for building essential wardrobe. The One Hundred: A Guide to the Pieces Every Stylish Woman Must Own, From Nina Garcia—fashion judge on Bravo’s hit. ... every woman took this advice we would all look like clones of each other, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2017, If every woman took this advice we would all look like clones of each other . Garcia allows mixing in a trend here or there for fun, but basically insists that the truly stylish don't follow disposable fashion. and what looks good on one, is going to look like crap on another. That man has a gift, I tell you. Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020. But then I remember that I am a field biologist, and that my idea of a good evening out is drinking a craft beer in the unpretentious brewery district near my house, or spending a few hours dreaming of garden box designs in the lumber section of the Home Depot, and I stop worrying about it. Sassy and classy. People have types (body, coloring, phycological, etc.) Also, the practicality of any middle class working stiffs acquiring many of the designer labels presented are nil. I could own a couple Investment Bags, have some Quality Champagne on ice, or have Pucci/Missoni/Stillettos cluttering my closet but I chose not to. There's a problem loading this menu right now. Como una autoridad en la industria, ha trabajado en imperios y medios de la moda, con todos desde Marc Jacob hasta la revista Marie Claire. Hopefull, Great great great book about things a classic fashionable girl should own in her closet! You are no fashion victim. If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. This Crenova Hot Glue Gun Kit That Takes Your Crafting to the Next Level. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. Such a useful guide for deciding when NOT to buy, and when to save up for something key. She recommends spending the money for a really good quality item that's going to last you a long time and remain current, and saving on trendier items or items that are not meant to last that long. A run-of-the-mill coffee table book. Start by marking “The One Hundred: A Guide to the Pieces Every Stylish Woman Must Own” as Want to Read: Error rating book. The Good: The focus here is how to build a wardrobe of stylish pieces that you can wear in to your 50s and beyond, and I totally appreciate that. I'm a 60-something trying to find my new style now that I'm in the winter of life. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. It breaks down what the author considered to be 100 pieces of clothing that every woman should own.

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