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Celebrity model Ines de La Fressange shares the well-kept secrets of how Parisian women maintain effortless glamour and timeless allure. Ines de La FressangeFrances icon of chic shares her personal tips for living with style and charm, gleaned from decades in the fashion industry. She offers specific pointers on how to dress like a Parisian, including how to mix affordable basics with high-fashion touches, and how to accessorize. Her step-by-step dos and donts are accompanied by fashion photography, and the book is personalized with her charming drawings. Ines also shares how to bring Parisian chic into your home, and how to insert your signature style into any spaceeven the office. The ultrachic red volume is flexi-bound with a wrapper band and features offset aquarelle paper. Complete with her favorite addresses for finding the ultimate fashion and decorating items, this is a musthave for any woman who wants to add a touch of Paris to her own style.
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100 of 104 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Several reviewers complain that much of the information in this book is of use only to women living in Paris. There is a reason for this: the original book was written in French, for French women living in France. This book is simply the English translation and the content has not been adapted to suit people living in the UK. Some reviewers have commented that the book contains no new ideas. There is a reason for this too: there is simply nothing new to say on this subject. Other books, and countless magazine articles, all give the same "guidance" which boils down to this: choose a few colours which suit you, choose shapes which suit you, choose a few quality timeless basics and build on them.
Anyone who is 5foot 11inches tall and has a figure like a stick insect (eg the author of this book)looks fabulous in almost anything, provided she struts her stuff with confidence, and does not need advice on style. Anyone who is 5foot 1inch and has a figure like a cottage loaf needs more help than any book can give, and certainly should not even think about the white jeans.
If you enjoy books of this type, buy it and enjoy it. But don't expect it to be life-changing.
Anyone who is 5foot 11inches tall and has a figure like a stick insect (eg the author of this book)looks fabulous in almost anything, provided she struts her stuff with confidence, and does not need advice on style. Anyone who is 5foot 1inch and has a figure like a cottage loaf needs more help than any book can give, and certainly should not even think about the white jeans.
If you enjoy books of this type, buy it and enjoy it. But don't expect it to be life-changing.
39 of 42 people found the following review helpful
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I heard the author being interviewed on radio 4 and thought the book sounded interesting My expectation was that it was all about fashion, when in fact half the book was about restaaurants, galleries and places to stay in Paris, if I had wanted these I would have bought a guide book.
The book started well with some good tips, but very much geared to the tall skinny person. Some intersting information on where to shop. She has some great ideas, such as dividing your clothing budget, spending half on good quality basic items and the other half on impulse buys. I'm definetely going to try doing this.
I think I was expecting more on how to make the most of yourself and to understand what suits you. I suspect that as a former catwalk model, she probably has never had to try too hard.
Overall the first half was good and the second half of the book might be interesting if you are planning a trip to Paris and need some suggestions on chic hotels, retaurants and galleries.
The book started well with some good tips, but very much geared to the tall skinny person. Some intersting information on where to shop. She has some great ideas, such as dividing your clothing budget, spending half on good quality basic items and the other half on impulse buys. I'm definetely going to try doing this.
I think I was expecting more on how to make the most of yourself and to understand what suits you. I suspect that as a former catwalk model, she probably has never had to try too hard.
Overall the first half was good and the second half of the book might be interesting if you are planning a trip to Paris and need some suggestions on chic hotels, retaurants and galleries.
41 of 45 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this after reading a very complimentary review in a newspaper. That review was misleading, this is not a book about how to dress with more style as I thought. There are some ok clothing tips but pretty basic and dull. You cannot get through life on a pair of white jeans, navy cashmere jumper and a trench coat. The majority of the book reads more like a guidebook to Paris and also to expensive boutiques in the city. Not much use to me. I'm really disappointed as the photos of the authors daughter look incredibly stylish (ok she is probably 20 years old with a wonderful figure) and enticed me to purchase this book in the hope of emulating that style. Sadly this book will not take me any closer to achieving this.
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I loved
For me every women should have this book! It's a simple and nice guide about wearing clothes easy and where to go in Paris. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Isabella
not worth the money
Bought this book despite some of the reviews. Wish i hadn't bothered - waste of money. Only use may be if we go to Paris and manage to search out some of the shops and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by stargazer
Good fun
This book is by no means a comprehensive guide to living a chic and fulfilled life but it is full of awesome little tips which are both useful and a little amusing. Read more
Published 3 months ago by cyberfink
I can't keep my own copy - all my friends want to borrow it or find...
The actions of my friends say it all BRILLANT BOOK.
I've purchased five copies of this book so far - (originally purchasing a copy for myself) each time I've spoken... Read more
I've purchased five copies of this book so far - (originally purchasing a copy for myself) each time I've spoken... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Janelle Howell
It's where to shop/stay in Paris introduced with a style guide for...
Well over 50% of Ines' book is a guide to where to shop or stay in Paris so if not planning a trip it's not such great value but there are a few pages with web addresses too. Read more
Published 4 months ago by ME
not quite a fashion book, not quite a guide book, not quite anything
This book has 239 pages, 69 of them are fashion advice. Don't make the mistake I did of thinking this is a book by a famous French model on dressing and personal style. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Laura
Love this book
Love this book! It's perfect for me, an American living living in the UK. I'm near Paris, but still far away enough that the online resources are a big help. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Abigail
how to look good clothed
Most other reviews here seemed rather harsh to me. I found her approach refreshing, relaxed and personally quite liberating. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Nina-Jo Rees
Delightful
For me it was a nice surprise. You could think that is all about brands but, it's more than that. Useful advises and it is easy to read
Published 8 months ago by Rosammb
Parisian Chic
I received the book on time and in perfect condition. It was carefully packaged and filled with nice vouchers and offers.
Published 8 months ago by Snoop
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