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The accessories worn with an outfit - gloves, hat, shoes, and handbag - are among the most important elements of an elegant appearance. Read the first page
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Pay no mind to modern curmudgeons - this is a book for women of timeless elegance or those who long to have a bit of that elan. We often see images from the post-war years and wonder how those women living without our mod-cons and credit cards managed to look so fabulous, so pulled together, so elegant. Tailoring was key but there are other tricks and the author reveals them one by one in petit-point chapters that will have you waxing nostalgic for an era you never lived in. Any fan of style icon Dita von Tees should run for a copy and any woman who aims for style and elegance and a proper wardrobe will find a treasure here too. Those looking for quick fashion tips of how to go from the office to China White will find happier hunting grounds elsewhere.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I once read a book which was based on "A Guide to Elegance". It was about a modern day tomboy finding her feminine side and although she could not follow the guide to the letter, she adapted it to suit her lifestyle and taste.....that was it! I wanted that book for myself. At the time I was living in Holland and could not get hold of it at all. Now 6 years later I have it, and it's eveything I thought it would be. Some people have said " its not for today" " its out of touch" well, yes that it may be, but if you read it and take tips and adapt then it really can become a modern day bible. It may not be for everyone, but for those of us that appreciate etiquette and take pride in our appearance it's a wonderful book that you will look at time and time again.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this with a little trepidation, fearing that beloved would see it as a suggestion that she lacked elegance (which she doesn't).
It turned out to have been an excellent move on my part. My wife adores it, seeing in it a guide to the kind of classical style she's always been hankering after but has never been quite sure how to achieve, the kind which is the elder sister to fashion, transcending it and making it look just a little silly.
Ladies - you'll love it. Girls - you probably won't, unless you already see Audrey Hepburn as more of a role model than Victoria Beckham. Gentlemen - buy it for the woman you love (and be ready with some fast talking if she takes it the wrong way - ideally have a large bottle of Chanel No.5 to hand just in case...!)
It turned out to have been an excellent move on my part. My wife adores it, seeing in it a guide to the kind of classical style she's always been hankering after but has never been quite sure how to achieve, the kind which is the elder sister to fashion, transcending it and making it look just a little silly.
Ladies - you'll love it. Girls - you probably won't, unless you already see Audrey Hepburn as more of a role model than Victoria Beckham. Gentlemen - buy it for the woman you love (and be ready with some fast talking if she takes it the wrong way - ideally have a large bottle of Chanel No.5 to hand just in case...!)
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Dress better
Some dated information, but there are many timeless and basic truths on being well-dressed, well-groomed and elegant. 'First, know theyself' is a very apt quotation. Read more
Published 4 months ago by mary s.
Gem of a find
I love this book. this is an easy to read A-Z guide of style, etiquette and great ideas to be stylish and elegant. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Angelique
Excellent Elegance
Ok some of it is out of date, but the basic information is sound. I found it motivating as it didn't make me feel a failure & the authoress recognises her own imperfections. Read more
Published on 7 May 2010 by Funnybunny
Shopping this way will up your green credentials
This book is a current obsession of mine, and I am now the proud owner of a set of pearls to prove it! Why? Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2010 by YourRani
Its ok.
I bought this book based on the review below. I am giving just 3 stars as its VERY old fashioned, and I can only use a small fraction of the advice in this book. Read more
Published on 19 Dec 2006 by Fiona
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