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What Not To Wear (Paperback) [Paperback]

Susannah Constantine (Author), Trinny Woodall (Author)

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Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson; New edition edition (10 July 2003)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1841882348
ISBN-13: 978-1841882345
Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 16.2 x 1.4 cm

Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (57 customer reviews)

Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 268,603 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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What Not to Wear is based on Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine's BBC television programme of the same name. The show has given a whole new meaning to the phrase "fashion victim": each week a member of the public (kindly nominated by their "friends") is done up (or, perhaps more accurately, done over) by Trinny and Susannah--a couple of Sloane-style gurus who are spikier than a pair of Manolo Blahnik stilettos. The pair mercilessly ridicule each poor specimen's dress sense until, browbeaten into submission, the unfortunate victim is forced to see the error of their sartorial ways. Ready to accept the experts' advice, the subject is then given £2000 for a wardrobe refurbishment. Infuriatingly, the diabolical duo is usually right and an astonishing number of ugly ducklings are duly transformed into swans.

Nowhere near as much fun as watching the girls at work but infinitely preferable to acquiring their advice first hand, this book provides an invaluable guide to avoiding fashion faux pas. Separated into chapters themed by body shape--"big tits", "flabby tummy", "short legs" and so on--it provides step by step instructions on how to choose flattering, fashionable cuts and colours. "Looking stylish", they unsurprisingly declare, "is as much about knowing what not to wear as it is about knowing what suits you." With lists of golden rules and an index of boutiques, this volume, surely one of this season's essential purchases, will have you hot to trot in no time at all. --Travis Elborough --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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The great news is that the paperback of WHAT NOT TO WEAR is at no. 4 in the SUNDAY TIMES manuals bestseller chart. Susannah and Trinny took time out of their hectic filming schedule for a 4-page celebrity interview in SAINSBURY'S MAGAZINE - 'Out to Lunch' with Brian Viner. The interview is currently featured in the August edition of SAINSBURY'S MAGAZINE, on sale July. For more newson publicity please refer to the WHAT NOT TO WEAR PART TWO bulletin.

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5.0 out of 5 stars pocket sized book for shopping trips!!!, 20 Jan 2005

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This review is from: What Not To Wear: The Rules (Paperback)

I just wanted to mention, (I have all the Trin/Sus books), that yes, this book might be the same, but it's condensed and miniaturized so that you can take it with you shopping, as a reference!!! I guess the other reviewers didn't get that. I especially recommend tbeir newest book as well, it covers travel, makeup and color schemes. I think it's nice they use the same pictures, and the clothes portrayed are their own wardrobe, not all borrowed clothes from posh designers. Trinny and Susannah get a lot bad press sometimes, but after reading the books and watching the shows, I have to say that they are brilliant at what they do; camouflaging the bad bits and enhancing the best bits of our bodies.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A New Style Bible For Those Of Us Who Have No Idea!, 15 Sep 2002

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I got hold of 'What Not To Wear' after watching the program on BBC2. Although these women are mean, they really do know what looks best. This book is like a bible to people who don't have any idea about their body shape or which clothing is best to flatter and look good!
The book is packed with photographs of both Susannah and Trinny showing the clothes which work best and which are the worst, and also explaining why. I think the book is fantastic, it has helped me overcome my extreme fear of shopping but also to understand my body shape, making me learn which clothing works best.
I'm so glad I have a copy, as now I wouldn't be without it. It has changed my whole approach to my appearance!

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1.0 out of 5 stars What not to wear the rules, 3 Jun 2004

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Although the description of the book makes it sound like a continuation of their first book named simply 'what not to wear' it is in actual fact the same book. The rules and even pictures are identical, the only diference is that it has been condenced down into a smaller, possibly handbag sized book.

Dont get me wrong the first one was very good and useful and this one is probably a better buy than the first, but only for those of you looking to buy your first book. However those that already have the first one shouldnt bother!

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1.0 out of 5 stars Found the book offensive!
I have to say don't skim the book quickly because you may have trouble deciding which clothes work best for you. Read more

Published 6 months ago by syn

4.0 out of 5 stars guests on jeremy kyle show should read this!
interesting guide on best and worst garments for different body shapes. (Maybe they could have got a more noticeable effect by using models with really fat legs, flat chests etc,... Read more

Published 13 months ago by sally tarbox

5.0 out of 5 stars the rules
Good book but not if you've already got 'what not to wear' as its the same.

Published on 17 Nov 2009 by Ms. Julie Morrison

5.0 out of 5 stars Golden rules for sensible dressing
I have learnt alot about what not to wear. I could only have wished for more pages on what not to wear ... more info. on how to gain that professional look. Read more

Published on 31 Dec 2008 by S. Gunasekera

1.0 out of 5 stars Very Disappointing
Look at the posture of the girls in some of these pictures, not to mention the look on their faces when their modeling. No wonder it looks bad. Read more

Published on 10 Nov 2007 by teresa

5.0 out of 5 stars Brutally honest but absolutely invaluable.
The title says it all really. This book made me have a good hard look at myself and have some eye-opening revelations about my wardrobe. Read more

Published on 30 Oct 2007 by Brunettae

4.0 out of 5 stars A miniturised version of What not to wear Vol I
All this is is a shrunk down version of the big hefty volume which as a T&S devotee and disciple I have.
I wish this was a free book attached to previous Volumes. Read more

Published on 25 Jan 2007 by virginiawoolf theorist

3.0 out of 5 stars The usefulness will depend on the reader
Confused about what to wear? This book aims to demystify the art of looking, and feeling, good. Does it succeed? Read more

Published on 18 Nov 2006 by BookWorm

4.0 out of 5 stars V. useful
I am a 'Trinny & Suzanna virgin' and I thought this book was great. Down to earth and relevant, I have taken it's advice on several occasions and now feel happier buying clothes... Read more

Published on 29 May 2006 by Janeeo

3.0 out of 5 stars Wear or not to wear???
I love watching Trinny & Susannah and I couldn't wait to have this book.
I read it avidly and found some useful tips. Read more

Published on 15 Feb 2006 by CZM

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