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The Lucky Shopping Manual: Building and Improving Your Wardrobe Piece by Piece

by Kim France

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Publisher Comments:

What to wear, how to buy, where and when to spend: These are the topics covered each month by the exceedingly plugged-in staff of Lucky, whose circulation rocketed from 500,000 to 800,000 in just two short years. For Lucky's devoted fans, and anyone devoted to dressing better and shopping smarter, The Lucky Shopping Manual will be the über-find. Finally, there is a book that does away with the inconsequential information in previous fashion books and presents only the most useful tips and imperative information for how to dress better for less. Filled with tips that will appeal to shopaholics and disciplined bargain hunters alike, this enticing guide is packed with over 1,000 full-color photos and illustrations, with a ribbon marker and flexi-cover so women can take it shopping with them.

With great advice on every uniquely designed page, The Lucky Shopping Manual includes features such as:

* Building a wardrobe you love, with cross-referenced sections on everything from skirts, tops, dresses, pants, and suits, to shoes, bags, belts, and what looks best for your body type

* How to spot great finds at the local flea market or the best boutiques

* What to spend your money on and where you can scrimp

* Cool stores coast-to-coast to check out when you're traveling

* Practical tips for fabric care, shoe maintenance, and stain remedies

* Shipping just in time for the holidays, The Lucky Shopping Manual makes a luscious gift-a fantastic shopping spree under the tree.

Synopsis:

Building and improving your wardrobe piece by piece. An enticing guide packed with over 1000 colour photographs and illustrations.

Synopsis:

The perfect companion for all shoppers and "Lucky" readers, who made this smart and savvy magazine the most successful startup in Conde Nast history.

About the Author

Lucky Editor-in-Chief Kim France has had an extensive career in publishing, which has included positions at New York magazine, Spin, and Sassy. Her articles have appeared in many other national magazines. Creative Director Andrea Linett served in the fashion departments of Sassy and Harper's Bazaar before joining Lucky as fashion director in 2000. Melcher Media is an award-winning book producer based in New York City.

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marcelita1991, May 25, 2008 (view all comments by marcelita1991)
excellent book. borrowed from a friend and it is now a must have in my library as well as for all the ladies I know. With this book, anyone can dress both smart and flattering . I wish I had this in high school or college. It is a must have for any girl or woman that loves to shop.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9781592400362
Subtitle:
Building and Improving Your Wardrobe Piece by Piece
Author:
France, Kim
Author:
Linett, Andrea
Publisher:
Gotham Books
Location:
New York
Subject:
General
Subject:
Clothing and dress
Subject:
Beauty & Grooming - Fashion
Subject:
Beauty, Personal
Subject:
Fashion
Series Volume:
no. 275
Publication Date:
November 2003
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
8.08x6.76x1.11 in. 1.97 lbs.

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