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The Golden Thread

How Fabric Changed History

by Kassia St Clair ...

Narrated by Helen Johns ...

Unabridged

11 hours 27 min

As heard on BBC Radio 4's Book of the WeekA new history of ingenuity from the author of The Secret Lives of Colour.From the mummies of Ancient Egypt; via the silken dragon robes of Imperial China and the woollen sails of Viking longboats to the Indian calicoes and chintzes that powered the Industrial Revolution (and sparked more than one war); arriving finally at the lab-blended fibres that have ... Read more

$38.99 CAD

As heard on BBC Radio 4's Book of the WeekA new history of ingenuity from the author of The Secret Lives of Colour.From the mummies of Ancient Egypt; via the silken dragon robes of Imperial China and the woollen sails of Viking longboats to the Indian calicoes and chintzes that powered the Industrial Revolution (and sparked more than one war); arriving finally at the lab-blended fibres that have
... Read more
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Sleeping with the Enemy

Coco Chanel's Secret War

by Hal Vaughan ...

Narrated by Susan Denaker, Mark Deakins ...

Unabridged

8 hours 31 min

“From this century, in France, three names will remain: de Gaulle, Picasso, and Chanel.” –André MalrauxCoco Chanel created the look of the modern woman and was the high priestess of couture.She believed in simplicity, and elegance, and freed women from the tyranny of fashion. She inspired women to take off their bone corsets and cut their hair. She used ordinary jersey as couture fabric, elevated ... Read more

$19.99 CAD

“From this century, in France, three names will remain: de Gaulle, Picasso, and Chanel.” –André MalrauxCoco Chanel created the look of the modern woman and was the high priestess of couture.She believed in simplicity, and elegance, and freed women from the tyranny of fashion. She inspired women to take off their bone corsets and cut their hair. She used ordinary jersey as couture fabric, elevated
... Read more
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Heart on My Sleeve

Stories from a Life Well Worn

by Jeanne Beker ...

Narrated by Jeanne Beker ...

Unabridged

5 hours 56 min

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLERFashion and style icon Jeanne Beker delivers an uplifting and inspiring memoir that walks us through a wardrobe of memory, one article of clothing at a time.Jeanne Beker’s name is synonymous with style and grace in fashion. Recognized by many as the beloved host of Fashion Television and The New Music, Jeanne has spent an entire career interviewing celebrities and ... Read more

$25.99 CAD

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLERFashion and style icon Jeanne Beker delivers an uplifting and inspiring memoir that walks us through a wardrobe of memory, one article of clothing at a time.Jeanne Beker’s name is synonymous with style and grace in fashion. Recognized by many as the beloved host of Fashion Television and The New Music, Jeanne has spent an entire career interviewing celebrities and
... Read more
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Stoned

Jewelry, Obsession, and How Desire Shapes the World

by Aja Raden ...

Narrated by Justine Eyre ...

Unabridged

10 hours 56 min

What makes a stone a jewel? What makes a jewel priceless? And why do we covet beautiful things? In this brilliant account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history, jeweler and scientist Aja Raden tells an original and often startling story about our unshakeable addiction to beauty and the darker side of human desire.What moves the world is what moves each of us: desire. Jewelry—which has ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

What makes a stone a jewel? What makes a jewel priceless? And why do we covet beautiful things? In this brilliant account of how eight jewels shaped the course of history, jeweler and scientist Aja Raden tells an original and often startling story about our unshakeable addiction to beauty and the darker side of human desire.What moves the world is what moves each of us: desire. Jewelry—which has
... Read more
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To Dye For

How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick--and How We Can Fight Back

by Alden Wicker ...

Narrated by Alden Wicker ...

Unabridged

7 hours 27 min

A Silent Spring for your wardrobe, To Dye For is a jolting exposé that reveals the true cost of the toxic, largely unregulated chemicals found on most clothing today.Many of us are aware of the ethical minefield that is fast fashion: the dodgy labor practices, the lax environmental standards, and the mountains of waste piling up on the shores of developing countries. But have you stopped to ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

A Silent Spring for your wardrobe, To Dye For is a jolting exposé that reveals the true cost of the toxic, largely unregulated chemicals found on most clothing today.Many of us are aware of the ethical minefield that is fast fashion: the dodgy labor practices, the lax environmental standards, and the mountains of waste piling up on the shores of developing countries. But have you stopped to
... Read more
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How to Build a Fashion Icon

Notes on Confidence from the World's Only Image Architect

by Law Roach ...

Narrated by Law Roach ...

Unabridged

5 hours 15 min

A GROUNDBREAKING GUIDE TO BECOMING YOUR ULTIMATE, CONFIDENT SELF, BY AWARD-WINNING CELEBRITY STYLIST AND THE WORLD'S ONLY IMAGE ARCHITECT, LAW ROACHLaw Roach is the mastermind behind looks that have broken the Internet time and again—from Zendaya at the Met Gala to Anya Taylor-Joy at the Golden Globes; from Lewis Hamilton’s iconic streetwear to Céline Dion’s style renaissance. Nobody knows better ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

A GROUNDBREAKING GUIDE TO BECOMING YOUR ULTIMATE, CONFIDENT SELF, BY AWARD-WINNING CELEBRITY STYLIST AND THE WORLD'S ONLY IMAGE ARCHITECT, LAW ROACHLaw Roach is the mastermind behind looks that have broken the Internet time and again—from Zendaya at the Met Gala to Anya Taylor-Joy at the Golden Globes; from Lewis Hamilton’s iconic streetwear to Céline Dion’s style renaissance. Nobody knows better
... Read more
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The Personal Shopper

A laugh-out-loud romantic comedy from bestseller Carmen Reid

by Carmen Reid ...

Narrated by Julie Maisey ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The Annie Valentine Series
Unabridged

10 hours 46 min

A fun, feel-good read from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️There's just one accessory Annie Valentine can't find...the perfect man!Meet Annie Valentine: stylish, savvy, multi-tasker extraordinaire. As a personal shopper in a swanky London store, Annie can be relied on to solve everyone's problems . . . except her own ... Read more

$35.18 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

A fun, feel-good read from Top 100 bestselling author Carmen Reid️Every book in the Annie Valentine Series can be read as a standalone️There's just one accessory Annie Valentine can't find...the perfect man!Meet Annie Valentine: stylish, savvy, multi-tasker extraordinaire. As a personal shopper in a swanky London store, Annie can be relied on to solve everyone's problems . . . except her own
... Read more
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Fearless: ‘This book will change your life.’ – Davina McCall. Find your style, boost your confidence and live your best life with the instant Sunday Times bestseller

by Trinny Woodall ...

Narrated by Trinny Woodall ...

Unabridged

6 hours 38 min

'Everything you could ever want for any age of woman. This book will change your life.' – Davina McCallTrinny has one goal – to give everyone the tools they need to feel their best.FEARLESS is a collection of everything Trinny has learnt throughout her life and career, and it will empower you to feel confident at every stage of your life.This manual can be used as inspiration to challenge yourself ... Read more

$30.99 CAD

'Everything you could ever want for any age of woman. This book will change your life.' – Davina McCallTrinny has one goal – to give everyone the tools they need to feel their best.FEARLESS is a collection of everything Trinny has learnt throughout her life and career, and it will empower you to feel confident at every stage of your life.This manual can be used as inspiration to challenge yourself
... Read more
Audiobook

History of Fashion and Design

by Blake Carson ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Series Audiobook box set - History of
Unabridged

3 hours 11 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.How did fashion evolve from necessity to a global industry that defines culture? Fashion has always been a reflection of society, influenced by politics, technology, and cultural movements. From ancient textiles and royal garments to haute couture and fast fashion, this book explores the history of clothing and design. The Renaissance introduced ... Read more

$0.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.How did fashion evolve from necessity to a global industry that defines culture? Fashion has always been a reflection of society, influenced by politics, technology, and cultural movements. From ancient textiles and royal garments to haute couture and fast fashion, this book explores the history of clothing and design. The Renaissance introduced
... Read more
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Farm from Home

A Year of Stories, Pictures, and Recipes from a City Girl in the Country

by Amanda Brooks ...

Narrated by Amanda Brooks ...

Unabridged

3 hours 47 min

From New York style icon and fashion insider Amanda Brooks, a charming and inspiring meditation on life in her newly adopted home, a farm in the English countryside.In search of a quieter, simpler life away from the hustle of the city, style icon and longtime New Yorker Amanda Brooks moved with her family in 2012 from New York City to her husband's farm in England. Originally intended to be a ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

From New York style icon and fashion insider Amanda Brooks, a charming and inspiring meditation on life in her newly adopted home, a farm in the English countryside.In search of a quieter, simpler life away from the hustle of the city, style icon and longtime New Yorker Amanda Brooks moved with her family in 2012 from New York City to her husband's farm in England. Originally intended to be a
... Read more
Audiobook

Grace

A Memoir

by Grace Coddington ...

Narrated by Grace Coddington ...

Unabridged

8 hours 39 min

Beautiful. Willful. Charming. Blunt. Grace Coddington’s extraordinary talent and fierce dedication to her work as creative director of Vogue have made her an international icon. Known through much of her career only to those behind the scenes, she might have remained fashion’s best-kept secret were it not for The September Issue, the acclaimed 2009 documentary that turned publicity-averse Grace ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

Beautiful. Willful. Charming. Blunt. Grace Coddington’s extraordinary talent and fierce dedication to her work as creative director of Vogue have made her an international icon. Known through much of her career only to those behind the scenes, she might have remained fashion’s best-kept secret were it not for The September Issue, the acclaimed 2009 documentary that turned publicity-averse Grace
... Read more
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Fashion Forever and The Shape of Ideas 2-in-1 Bundle

A Journey Through the Ever-Changing World of Style, How Modern Art Shook the World

by WILL HODGE, SUSIE GOMPERTZ, ALBERTO BOTT, DANIELE OLIVA ...

Narrated by John Newcastle, Kasey Elledor ...

Unabridged

9 hours 19 min

Embark on a transformative journey through the captivating realms of fashion and modern art with this enlightening 2-in-1 bundle. Invites you to explore the evolution of style and the profound impact of modern art on society, offering essential insights into the dynamic interplay between creativity, culture, and identity.What to Expect:1. Fashion Forever: Journey through the Ever-Changing World of ... Read more

$25.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Embark on a transformative journey through the captivating realms of fashion and modern art with this enlightening 2-in-1 bundle. Invites you to explore the evolution of style and the profound impact of modern art on society, offering essential insights into the dynamic interplay between creativity, culture, and identity.What to Expect:1. Fashion Forever: Journey through the Ever-Changing World of
... Read more
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Fashion Climbing

A Memoir

by Bill Cunningham, Hilton Als ...

Narrated by Arthur Morey ...

Unabridged

6 hours 28 min

The untold story of a New York City legend's education in creativity and styleFor Bill Cunningham, New York City was the land of freedom, glamour, and, above all, style. Growing up in a lace-curtain Irish suburb of Boston, secretly trying on his sister's dresses and spending his evenings after school in the city's chicest boutiques, Bill dreamed of a life dedicated to fashion. But his desires were ... Read more

$20.99 CAD

The untold story of a New York City legend's education in creativity and styleFor Bill Cunningham, New York City was the land of freedom, glamour, and, above all, style. Growing up in a lace-curtain Irish suburb of Boston, secretly trying on his sister's dresses and spending his evenings after school in the city's chicest boutiques, Bill dreamed of a life dedicated to fashion. But his desires were
... Read more
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Threading the Needle

A Fashion Designer's Guide to Successfully Launching Your Collection

by Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe ...

Narrated by Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe ...

Unabridged

1 hour 11 min

Threading the Needle: A Fashion Designer’s Guide to Successfully Launching Your First Collection is the new go-to back-pocket resource for aspiring designers, with everything you need to know about building a successful clothing company before launching your first collection. While there is a wealth of information on this topic, this book takes all the information and compiles it into an easy-to ... Read more

Was $7.99 CAD Now $6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Threading the Needle: A Fashion Designer’s Guide to Successfully Launching Your First Collection is the new go-to back-pocket resource for aspiring designers, with everything you need to know about building a successful clothing company before launching your first collection. While there is a wealth of information on this topic, this book takes all the information and compiles it into an easy-to
... Read more
Audiobook

Little Women & Fashion Of The 19th Century

by Niina Niskanen ...

Narrated by Niina Niskanen, Tiffany Gayle ...

Unabridged

1 hour 55 min

Step into the enchanting world of Little Women as we explore the lively and adventurous chapter "Camp Lawrence." This segment captures the essence of camaraderie, youthful joy, and the unique social dynamics of the March sisters and their friends during a summer gathering. As the boys and girls enjoy outdoor games, storytelling, and a glimpse of 19th-century leisure, we delve deeper into the ... Read more

$10.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Step into the enchanting world of Little Women as we explore the lively and adventurous chapter "Camp Lawrence." This segment captures the essence of camaraderie, youthful joy, and the unique social dynamics of the March sisters and their friends during a summer gathering. As the boys and girls enjoy outdoor games, storytelling, and a glimpse of 19th-century leisure, we delve deeper into the
... Read more
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Wear It Well

Reclaim Your Closet and Rediscover the Joy of Getting Dressed

by Allison Bornstein ...

Narrated by Suzie Althens ...

Unabridged

3 hours 37 min

Personal stylist Allison Bornstein has mastered the art of helping people look good and feel good. In Wear It Well, she shares her philosophy and outlines systems that will bring your style into alignment and create a wardrobe that delights your spirit.Wear It Well will inspire you to identify, articulate, and develop your personal style, and dress with ease.UNIQUE BLEND OF WELLNESS, SELF-CARE, ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

Personal stylist Allison Bornstein has mastered the art of helping people look good and feel good. In Wear It Well, she shares her philosophy and outlines systems that will bring your style into alignment and create a wardrobe that delights your spirit.Wear It Well will inspire you to identify, articulate, and develop your personal style, and dress with ease.UNIQUE BLEND OF WELLNESS, SELF-CARE,
... Read more
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House of Gucci

by Sara Gay Forden ...

Narrated by Pasquale Anselmo ...

Unabridged

17 hours 52 min

Il 27 marzo 1995 Maurizio Gucci, erede della favolosa dinastia dell’alta moda, mentre sta per raggiungere il suo ufficio di Milano viene assassinato a colpi di pistola da uno sconosciuto. Nel 1998, l’ex moglie Patrizia Reggiani Martinelli – soprannominata la «Vedova nera» dalla stampa – viene condannata a 29 anni di prigione come mandante dell’omicidio. Perché Patrizia Reggiani lo avrebbe fatto? ... Read more

$24.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Il 27 marzo 1995 Maurizio Gucci, erede della favolosa dinastia dell’alta moda, mentre sta per raggiungere il suo ufficio di Milano viene assassinato a colpi di pistola da uno sconosciuto. Nel 1998, l’ex moglie Patrizia Reggiani Martinelli – soprannominata la «Vedova nera» dalla stampa – viene condannata a 29 anni di prigione come mandante dell’omicidio. Perché Patrizia Reggiani lo avrebbe fatto?
... Read more
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The Kingdom of Prep

The Inside Story of the Rise and (Near) Fall of J.Crew

by Maggie Bullock ...

Narrated by Cheryl Smith ...

Unabridged

13 hours 29 min

**One of Vogue's most anticipated books of 2023.A quintessentially American fashion narrative about the rise and fall of the first lifestyle brand, J.Crew, and what the company’s fate means for the shifting landscape of the retail industry.Once upon a time, a no-frills J.Crew rollneck sweater held an almost mystical power—or at least it felt that way. The story of J.Crew is the story of the ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

**One of Vogue's most anticipated books of 2023.A quintessentially American fashion narrative about the rise and fall of the first lifestyle brand, J.Crew, and what the company’s fate means for the shifting landscape of the retail industry.Once upon a time, a no-frills J.Crew rollneck sweater held an almost mystical power—or at least it felt that way. The story of J.Crew is the story of the
... Read more
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Pat in the City

My Life of Fashion, Style, and Breaking All the Rules

by Patricia Field ...

Narrated by Eliza Foss ...

Unabridged

7 hours 10 min

From the iconic stylist and fashion provocateur whose designs transformed culture—bringing the glitz of Studio 54 and the sophistication of Sex and the City to the mainstream—comes a playful yet intimate memoir of a life spent challenging conventions.Carrie Bradshaw’s pairing of a tutu with a tank top is one of the most iconic outfits ever seen on television—and a look that turned avant-garde New ... Read more

Was $35.99 CAD Now $28.99 CAD

From the iconic stylist and fashion provocateur whose designs transformed culture—bringing the glitz of Studio 54 and the sophistication of Sex and the City to the mainstream—comes a playful yet intimate memoir of a life spent challenging conventions.Carrie Bradshaw’s pairing of a tutu with a tank top is one of the most iconic outfits ever seen on television—and a look that turned avant-garde New
... Read more
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True Style

The History and Principles of Classic Menswear

by G. Bruce Boyer ...

Narrated by Michael James Bell ...

Unabridged

8 hours

**From a leading menswear expert, the essential guide to gentlemanly style“Erudite and charming.”—San Francisco Chronicle**From choosing the right pair of eyeglasses to properly coordinating a shirt, tie, and pocket square, getting dressed is an art to be mastered. Yet, how many of us just throw on, well, whatever each morning?In True Style, acclaimed fashion expert G. Bruce Boyer provides a crisp ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

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**From a leading menswear expert, the essential guide to gentlemanly style“Erudite and charming.”—San Francisco Chronicle**From choosing the right pair of eyeglasses to properly coordinating a shirt, tie, and pocket square, getting dressed is an art to be mastered. Yet, how many of us just throw on, well, whatever each morning?In True Style, acclaimed fashion expert G. Bruce Boyer provides a crisp
... Read more
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The Stuff of History

A Curated Compendium of Curious Objects and Forgotten People

by Steven Moore ...

Narrated by Steven Moore ...

Unabridged

7 hours 44 min

'Moore is wickedly charming - the naughty uncle you want to be sat beside at the dinner table' - Daily TelegraphToo often history focuses on the tales of kings, or those (often men) who were given the credit for shaping our stories. Yet, what fascinates most are the figures who have passed through the cracks of history, people like:- The fourteen-year-old boy who lived undetected in the chimneys ... Read more

$95.99 CAD

'Moore is wickedly charming - the naughty uncle you want to be sat beside at the dinner table' - Daily TelegraphToo often history focuses on the tales of kings, or those (often men) who were given the credit for shaping our stories. Yet, what fascinates most are the figures who have passed through the cracks of history, people like:- The fourteen-year-old boy who lived undetected in the chimneys
... Read more
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Het verhaal van Dolce en Gabbana

De geschiedenis van het iconische merk

by Jessica Bumpus ...

Narrated by Miryanna van Reeden ...

Series Audiobook 25 - Het verhaal van
Unabridged

Het verhaal van Dolce & Gabbana neemt je mee in de wereld van een van de meest iconische modehuizen ter wereld. Het luisterboek vertelt de geschiedenis van Dolce & Gabbana, van de oprichting in 1985 tot de wereldwijde invloed die het merk vandaag uitoefent.Bekend om hun gedurfde ontwerpen, vakmanschap en uitgesproken sensuele esthetiek, hebben Domenico Dolce en Stefano Gabbana talloze mode-iconen ... Read more

$32.24 CAD

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Het verhaal van Dolce & Gabbana neemt je mee in de wereld van een van de meest iconische modehuizen ter wereld. Het luisterboek vertelt de geschiedenis van Dolce & Gabbana, van de oprichting in 1985 tot de wereldwijde invloed die het merk vandaag uitoefent.Bekend om hun gedurfde ontwerpen, vakmanschap en uitgesproken sensuele esthetiek, hebben Domenico Dolce en Stefano Gabbana talloze mode-iconen
... Read more
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Het verhaal van Adidas

De geschiedenis van het iconische merk

by Josh Sims ...

Narrated by Ronald Top ...

Series series Het verhaal van
Unabridged

2 hours 41 min

In Het verhaal van Adidas neemt stijlauteur Josh Sims je mee op de indrukwekkende reis van dit iconische merk. Hij vertelt over de oorsprong van Adidas in een klein Duits stadje en hoe het merk uitgroeide tot de wereldwijd bekende sportkleding- en schoenenfabrikant van vandaag de dag. Daarnaast onthult hij hoe Adidas met zijn revolutionaire technologie en iconische drie strepen een blijvende ... Read more

$32.24 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In Het verhaal van Adidas neemt stijlauteur Josh Sims je mee op de indrukwekkende reis van dit iconische merk. Hij vertelt over de oorsprong van Adidas in een klein Duits stadje en hoe het merk uitgroeide tot de wereldwijd bekende sportkleding- en schoenenfabrikant van vandaag de dag. Daarnaast onthult hij hoe Adidas met zijn revolutionaire technologie en iconische drie strepen een blijvende
... Read more
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The Cobbler

How I Disrupted an Industry, Fell From Grace, and Came Back Stronger Than Ever

by Steve Madden ...

Narrated by Steve Madden ...

Unabridged

5 hours 40 min

Everyone knows Steve Madden's name and his shoes, but few are familiar with his story. Over the past thirty years Steve Madden has taken his eponymous shoe company from the fledgling start-up he founded with a mere $1,100 to a global, multi-billion-dollar brand. But Madden's mistakes, from his battle with addiction to the financial shortcuts that landed him in prison, are as important to his story ... Read more

$27.13 CAD

Everyone knows Steve Madden's name and his shoes, but few are familiar with his story. Over the past thirty years Steve Madden has taken his eponymous shoe company from the fledgling start-up he founded with a mere $1,100 to a global, multi-billion-dollar brand. But Madden's mistakes, from his battle with addiction to the financial shortcuts that landed him in prison, are as important to his story
... Read more

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