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Discover the legendary story of Converse, where rubber-soles and a signature chevron-and-star insignia became synonymous with American style and ubiquitous across the world. In this illustrated guide, style writer Jessica Bumpus explores the highs and lows of the iconic high-top sneaker brand from the Chuck Taylor years to its rein as global street style classic. Featuring all of the brands most popular designs from All-Star to One Star, A Pocket Guide to Converse is a treat for all sneaker heads and style seekers.

From avant-garde accessories to directional red-carpet glamour, Loewe is the fashion house of the moment.Modern twists bring an unbridled joy to its cult items, from surreal balloon heels to the coveted Puzzle bag, with every design underpinned by craftsmanship. Loewe's fashion-forward looks are worn by everyone from Anna Wintour to Zendaya while visionary creative director Jonathan Anderson continues the heritage house's legacy of reinvention. With over 100 stunning photographs accompanied by engaging text, Little Book of Loewe uncovers the story of an iconic brand that continues to redefine the fashion landscape.

From arthouse darling to household name, Timothée Chalamet's spectacular rise to fame has been accompanied by a fashion evolution to match. Icons of Style explores Timothée's most daring looks, with over 100 photographs of every iconic ensemble accompanied by in-depth analysis diving into each outfit. By embracing technical tailoring, bright colours and bold accessories - from sequin harnesses to his signature black stomper boots - Timothée has redefined modern menswear and cemented himself as a true fashion visionary. With each on-screen and sartorial success, Timothée continues to set Hollywood - and the fashion rule book - on fire.

This stunning collection of pocket-sized editions tells the beautifully illustrated stories of four bold design houses that have redefined the fashion landscape.Each Little Book - Alexander McQueen, Loewe, Versace and Vivienne Westwood - explores the pioneering philosophy and groundbreaking designs of each brand with expert text by bestselling writers and over 100 stunning colour and black and white photographs of the most iconic looks and moments.

Master the fashion ideas that shape the world of style today.In a series of 50 accessible essays, Jessica Bumpus introduces and explains the central ideas, trends and inventions of fashion, from the genesis of style itself to the present day.From fast fashion and the invention of the high heel to streetwear and the impact of the 'influencer', 50 Fashion Ideas You Really Need to Know is complete introduction to the most important fashion concepts in history.

Discover the legendary story of Levi's, founded over 150 years ago in California, where a patent for copper rivets transformed workwear and introduced the world's first blue jeans.In this compact guide, fashion writer Jessica Bumpus uncovers the astonishing journey of Levi's. From its roots tailoring clothes for miners in the 1850s to defining the aesthetics of mods, rockers and hippies, Levi's has an incredible ability to define fashion trends. Featuring all the most iconic innovations, cultural impact and the many curious urban myths about the brand, A Pocket Guide to Levi's is an essential gift for all fashion enthusiast.

A stunning, handbag-sized visual history of one of the world's most iconic designers.Discover the story of the punk fashion designer and all-round revolutionary icon, Vivienne Westwood. Packed with photographs and information covering her extraordinary life, you'll discover how provocation and anti-establishment slogans became her calling cards and how her brand developed its characteristic motifs. Find out about the Vivienne Westwood catwalk moments that have gone down in history, how THAT wedding dress came to feature in the Sex and the City movie and how a pearl necklace went viral on TikTok. With an exploration of everything from the most notable collaborations and key protest moments to the last VW show and collection before her death in 2022, Vivienne Westwood: The Story Behind the Style is the perfect gift for everyone who has ever been inspired by the Dame of fashion.Also available in this series: Tiffany and Co, Cartier and Rolex.

A stunning, handbag-sized visual history of one of the world's most iconic shoe designers.Discover the story of the renowned shoe designer who has a devoted global following thanks to his flair for playful yet sophisticated design. Packed with photographs and information covering his entire career, you'll discover how he made shoes for lizards as a youngster growing up in the Canary Islands before establishing himself as a designer of extraordinary talent. Learn about the anatomy of a Manolo, examine the iconic designs in more detail, relive those forever-famous Sex and the City moments and take a closer look at the shoes he designed for Margot Robbie's press tour for Barbie.This is the perfect gift for lovers of fashion and footwear.

Elaborate, luxurious and powerful, the Dolce & Gabbana look has always exuded decadent sensuality.With tailoring and corsets, baroque prints and innovative silhouettes, the fashion house's Italian roots sing through their distinctive ensembles in lace, leopard print and florals. Founded by designer duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana in 1985, the brand's opulent pieces have been worn by everyone from Naomi Campbell to Jennifer Lopez.Through photographs of over 100 stunning looks alongside captivating expert text, Little Book of Dolce & Gabbana tells the story of one of the most glamorous fashion houses in the world.

A stunning visual history of one of the world's most iconic fashion designers.Discover the story of the legendary designer who created one of the world's most understated and iconic fashion brands. Packed with photographs and information covering the brand's entire history, you'll learn how Calvin Klein's journey started with coats, how his line took off and the attention-grabbing adverts that helped increase its reach. Discover how he expanded into fragrance and underwear, how celebrities such as Kate Moss, Jeremy Allen White and Bad Bunny came to model for the brand, and how his minimalist aesthetic became a modern fashion staple.With an exploration of everything from the iconic 90s years to today's attention-grabbing underwear adverts, this is the perfect gift for Calvin Klein lovers everywhere.Also available in this series: Rolex, Tiffany and Co, Cartier, Vivienne Westwood, Bulgari, Manolo Blahnik and Omega.

A celebration of the greatest moments at the world's most prestigious tennis championship, from dramatic sporting moments to notable outfit choices both on and off the court. Since its inception in 1887, Wimbledon has become the most prestigious tennis championship in the world. But it's much more than a sporting spectacle - it's also one of the most highly anticipated events in the celebrity calendar, providing everyone from royals to Hollywood A-listers with the perfect backdrop to show off their latest sartorial looks.This book is a carefully curated collection of the most notable and dramatic on-court moments, as well as memorable celebrity and fashion moments. Relive the longest match in Wimbledon history, the 2002 Williams vs Williams final and Andy Murray's momentous win, and scrutinise an array of celebrity outfits, from Zendaya's striking suits to a roster of outfits worn by the Princess of Wales. Illustrated throughout with photographs, it's the perfect gift for fans of Wimbledon as both a sporting and a lifestyle event.