VOGUE
From the society chronicles of the 19th century to the digital empire of Anna Wintour, London fashion-editor Nina-Sofia Miralles has collected all the most interesting things from the 130-year history of the once small society magazine from New York, which became the main mouthpiece and literally the bible of the fashion world. You will learn how the glossy legend survived two world wars and withstood the onslaught of the digital revolution, the pandemic, and the age of influencers.
HERMÈS
This is a visual encyclopedia of the brand, whose history, loyalty to family traditions, craftsmanship, and laconic elegance come together to form a single language. Fashion and jewelry historian Mara Cappelletti discusses the history of Hermès and how the house’s philosophy, aesthetics, and style were shaped. Among the numerous illustrations are rare prints, iconic square scarves, and previously unpublished photographs from the archives.
TRENDS
Fashion historian Audrey Millet has conducted a large-scale study of fashion trends, from ancient chitons to 21st-century catwalk models, to offer the reader some very interesting conclusions about how these trends originate, why they have such a strong hold on the tastes and wallets of millions of people, how various subcultures influence fashion, and who really decides what will become popular tomorrow.
O BEAUTY
How to build an effective skincare routine, why constant treatments aren’t the best idea, and what helps restore skin’s radiance at any age—this is what Russian beauty industry star Elena Krygina explains. Her “Makeup,” released in 2017, became a mega-bestseller, and the new product took 10 years to develop. The result is an inspiring guide to skin care for all skin types: practical, useful, without the fluff and extremes.
SHINE
Joanna Vargas is the personal esthetician of Sofia Coppola, Naomi Watts and Julianne Moore, an expert in natural skin care, and the creator of a cosmetic brand. The author shares her own 5-step beauty-routine—no Botox, fillers, or complicated procedures, but with the right selection of cosmetics, a balanced diet, and sleep.
WESTWOOD
Vivienne Westwood wasn’t always an influential figure in fashion history. An early marriage, an equally early divorce, the need to raise a child alone, and a constant lack of money—all of this stands in stark contrast to the image of the daring designer, punk queen, and successful woman she later became. Her biography will take you to London during the time of the Sex Pistols, A Clockwork Orange, and the rebels of punk rock, and will inspire you with a story of success.
