Synopses & Reviews
More than just the woman who created the fashion empire that bears her name, Lilly Pulitzer exemplifies an attitude, a casual sort of elegance, a style called "affluence at ease." Lilly and her clothing wholeheartedly embrace color -- she made famous the pink and green combination -- and her love of vibrant hues and bold prints led the
New York Times to recently call her "a major force in prep resort wear for forty years."
But Lilly Pulitzer Rousseau is also almost as well-known for her entertaining as she is for her fashions. A tribute to her insouciant lifestyle, Essentially Lilly is lavishly illustrated and peppered with anecdotal memories of a life filled with color. Joined by her family and close friends, Lilly recalls the parties, the decorating, the food, and the fashion that have been part of her life in Palm Beach since she arrived there in the 1950s.
With sections devoted to each part of the day, Essentially Lilly captures a variety of social events -- from a sunrise sail to a beach supper under the stars -- and imbues each with singular "Lilly style":
Mellow Yellow Mornings -- start the day off easy with a walk on the beach or a luxuriously lazy breakfast in bed. Take some friends out for an early morning sail or a country club brunch. Round off the morning hunting for a one-of-a-kind treasure at a local flea market.
Think Pink Afternoons -- rev up the middle of the day with a bridesmaids' lunch, a birthday cookout, or a charity tea. Perhaps you'd rather relax with a fruity pool party or a "just-looking" stroll down Palm Beach's fabled Worth Avenue.True Blue Evenings -- gather your friends together for a festive cocktail party or a romantic beach dinner under a full moon. Maybe it's a deep woods campfire that appeals to you, or watching a movie out under the stars, or just a simple pizza party for your family.
Essentially Lilly presents memories and menus, beautiful photographs and dazzling illustrations as well as dozens of recipes and entertaining suggestions to make your own get-togethers as successful as one of Lilly's famed parties. Best of all, Lilly offers her spirited advice throughout: "Just relax and have fun -- and be an individual," she says. "It's better that you enjoy yourself than it is to get it right." Good rules to live by.
"LILLY PULITZER trademarks and logos are the property of Sugartown Worldwide, Inc. The book, including the design on the cover, are Copyright © 2004 Sugartown Worldwide, Inc."
Review
andldquo;Sometimes it can feel like designer coffee table books are a dime a dozen. Yes, the photos are gorgeous and the clothes to-die-for, but they somehow all seem to leave a bit to be desired. Not so with Tory Burchandlsquo;s new (and first) book, Tory Burch: In Color, which has just skyrocketed to the top of our must-buy listandmdash;and itandrsquo;s not just because we love the designer.andrdquo;
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andldquo;Might trigger envy with its sunny imagery of places, people, music and memories that inspire Burchandrsquo;s designs, but it might also inspire a dreamy January vacation.andrdquo;
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andldquo;The fashion mogul draws readers into her vibrant world in a new book full of her guiding passions.andquot;
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andldquo;Tory Burchand#39;s new book is all about color, a compilation of all of the influences that inspire her, from people to music to art to culture to travel to home design.andrdquo;
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andldquo;A multifaceted look book illustrating where the design icon finds inspiration. While some of her sources (Paris, Yves Saint Laurent, lush gardens) are to be expected, othersandmdash;obscure poems, hip-hop artists, apricotsandmdash;provide a deeper perspective on how a former art history student built a fashion empire.andrdquo;
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andldquo;A funny and witty read with just the right amount of sass to get us through the day fashionably. Full of inspiring quotes, amusing tips, and words of wisdom for when you need them.andrdquo;
Synopsis
kate spade new york: places to go, people to see focuses on the how, where and why of travel through the lens of the always-inspired kate spade new york girl. this new volume features vibrant photography, old-world glamour, a dash of charm and inspirational quotes, tips and words of wisdom that every kate spade new york girl should know.
kate spade new york: places to go, people to see showcases chic destinations such as paris, new york city, the amalfi coast, marrakech, tokyo, and st moritz, along with ways to incorporate those things seen, heard and experienced into life back home
. kate spade new york: places to go, people to see will have you booking a plane ticket the moment you finish turning the pages!
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Now a New York Times bestseller! Tory Burch sees the world in color, inspired by people, places, and ideasandmdash;all of which influence her brand, synonymous with print and color. In her first book, she explores what living in color means to her.and#160;The book is organized by color, each one brought to life through images of her own collections and travels; how she entertains; style icons; the works of artists, authors, and interior designers she admires; and the advice of business leadersandmdash;many of whom are interviewed within.
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The book also offers a glimpse into the more personal moments in Toryandrsquo;s life, such as family trips with her boys or the indelible ways in which her parents, Buddy and Reva Robinson, influenced her collection, company, and philosophy.
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The foreword is written by Anna Wintour, artistic director of Condandeacute; Nast and editor-in-chief ofand#160;Vogue, and the cover features Damien Hirstand#39;sand#160;Beautiful Primal Urges Rug, andcopy; Damien Hirst and Science Ltd., all rights reserved / DACS, London / ARS, NY 2014. Courtesy of Other Criteria.and#160;100% of the gross proceeds received by Tory Burch LLC from the sale of this book will benefit the Tory Burch Foundation.
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About the Author
Tory Burch is CEO and designer of Tory Burch, an American lifestyle brand known for color, print, and eclectic details. Raised in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, Tory Burch graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in art history, and then moved to New York to pursue a career in the fashion industry. She worked in public relations and marketing for influential American designers before launching Tory Burch in 2004 with a small boutique in Manhattan and toryburch.com. A dedicated philanthropist, Tory launched the Tory Burch Foundation in 2009 to support the economic empowerment of women entrepreneurs and their families in the United States.and#160;
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Tory Burch has been recognized with numerous awards, including the CFDA for Accessory Designer of the Year, Glamourandrsquo;s Women of the Year, Forbesandrsquo; Most Powerful Women in the World, and Vanity Fairandrsquo;s International Best-Dressed List.and#160;
Tory lives in New York City with her three sons.and#160;