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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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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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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

$26.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

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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Christian Dior

The Man Who Made the World Look New

by Marie-France Pochna ...

Narrated by Wanda McCaddon ...

Unabridged

12 hours 16 min

Christian Dior's career, a veritable fairy tale, is set in a rich tapestry of Paris cultural life before, during, and after the war. Much of Dior's daily inspiration emanated from the world of the intellectual and artistic elite, in which he moved with such people as Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc, Henry Sauguet, Jean Cocteau, and Raoul Dufy.Born at the end of an era in which luxury seemed reserved ... Read more

$32.15 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Christian Dior's career, a veritable fairy tale, is set in a rich tapestry of Paris cultural life before, during, and after the war. Much of Dior's daily inspiration emanated from the world of the intellectual and artistic elite, in which he moved with such people as Erik Satie, Francis Poulenc, Henry Sauguet, Jean Cocteau, and Raoul Dufy.Born at the end of an era in which luxury seemed reserved
... Read more
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Empresses of Seventh Avenue

World War II, New York City, and the Birth of American Fashion

by Nancy MacDonell ...

Narrated by Gail Shalan ...

Unabridged

10 hours 8 min

"This audiobook is perfect not only for people in love with fashion, but also for anyone interested in fashion as art, obsession, and ever-present societal phenomenon."—BooklistA Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.In the tradition of The Barbizon and The Girls of Atomic City, fashion historian and journalist Nancy MacDonell chronicles the untold story of how the Nazi invasion of ... Read more

$35.99 CAD

"This audiobook is perfect not only for people in love with fashion, but also for anyone interested in fashion as art, obsession, and ever-present societal phenomenon."—BooklistA Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.In the tradition of The Barbizon and The Girls of Atomic City, fashion historian and journalist Nancy MacDonell chronicles the untold story of how the Nazi invasion of
... 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

$19.22 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

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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Fry's Ties

The Life and Times of a Tie Collection

by Stephen Fry ...

Narrated by Juliet Stevenson, Stephen Fry ...

Unabridged

4 hours 7 min

Anyone can wear a tie. All you need is a neck, a shirt, and a feel for color.Discover the story of a gentleman’s most distinguished accessory. In this charming volume, the iconic actor and bestselling author Stephen Fry excavates his epic collection of neckties. From the traditional "egg and bacon" colors of the Marylebone Cricket Club, to the exuberant dalmatianpattern of a 1980s Nicole Miller ... Read more

$21.97 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Anyone can wear a tie. All you need is a neck, a shirt, and a feel for color.Discover the story of a gentleman’s most distinguished accessory. In this charming volume, the iconic actor and bestselling author Stephen Fry excavates his epic collection of neckties. From the traditional "egg and bacon" colors of the Marylebone Cricket Club, to the exuberant dalmatianpattern of a 1980s Nicole Miller
... Read more
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A Left-Handed Woman

Essays

by Judith Thurman ...

Narrated by Kim Niemi ...

Unabridged

17 hours 11 min

WINNER OF THE 2023 PEN/DIAMONSTEIN-SPIELVOGEL AWARD FOR THE ART OF THE ESSAYA collection of essays from Judith Thurman, the National Book Award–winning biographer and New Yorker staff writer.Judith Thurman, a prolific staff writer at The New Yorker for more than two decades, has gathered a selection of her essays and profiles in A Left-Handed Woman. They consider our culture in all its guises: ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

WINNER OF THE 2023 PEN/DIAMONSTEIN-SPIELVOGEL AWARD FOR THE ART OF THE ESSAYA collection of essays from Judith Thurman, the National Book Award–winning biographer and New Yorker staff writer.Judith Thurman, a prolific staff writer at The New Yorker for more than two decades, has gathered a selection of her essays and profiles in A Left-Handed Woman. They consider our culture in all its guises:
... Read more
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Mastering the Knot

A Guide to Tying Ties for Every Occasion

by Maxwell Stonebridge ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Alistair G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 3 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Mastering the Knot: A Guide to Tying Ties for Every Occasion by Maxwell Stonebridge is your ultimate companion in the art of tie-knotting. Whether you're preparing for a high-stakes business meeting or a sophisticated evening event, this guide demystifies the process of tying the perfect knot. With detailed instructions on a variety of knots, from the ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Mastering the Knot: A Guide to Tying Ties for Every Occasion by Maxwell Stonebridge is your ultimate companion in the art of tie-knotting. Whether you're preparing for a high-stakes business meeting or a sophisticated evening event, this guide demystifies the process of tying the perfect knot. With detailed instructions on a variety of knots, from the
... Read more
Audiobook

This Is Not a T-Shirt

A Brand, a Culture, a Community--a Life in Streetwear

by Bobby Hundreds ...

Narrated by Bobby Hundreds ...

Unabridged

8 hours 49 min

The story of The Hundreds and the precepts that made it an iconic streetwear brand by Bobby Hundreds himselfStreetwear occupies that rarefied space where genuine "cool" coexists with big business; where a star designer might work concurrently with Nike, a tattoo artist, Louis Vuitton, and a skateboard company. It’s the ubiquitous style of dress comprising hoodies, sneakers, and T-shirts. In the ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

The story of The Hundreds and the precepts that made it an iconic streetwear brand by Bobby Hundreds himselfStreetwear occupies that rarefied space where genuine "cool" coexists with big business; where a star designer might work concurrently with Nike, a tattoo artist, Louis Vuitton, and a skateboard company. It’s the ubiquitous style of dress comprising hoodies, sneakers, and T-shirts. In the
... Read more
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Women’s Clothing And Fashion

Elevate Your Style - A Guide To Women’s Clothing And Fashion

by Owen Jones ...

Narrated by Kim Somers ...

Unabridged

1 hour 7 min

In the vibrant tapestry of human expression, fashion serves as a dynamic medium through which individuals communicate their identities, aspirations, and creativity. For women, in particular, clothing is a canvas upon which they paint their unique stories. It reflects their evolving rôles, cultural influences, and personal preferences. ‘Women’s Clothing and Fashion’ embarks on a journey through ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In the vibrant tapestry of human expression, fashion serves as a dynamic medium through which individuals communicate their identities, aspirations, and creativity. For women, in particular, clothing is a canvas upon which they paint their unique stories. It reflects their evolving rôles, cultural influences, and personal preferences. ‘Women’s Clothing and Fashion’ embarks on a journey through
... Read more
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House of Versace

The Untold Story of Genius, Murder, and Survival

by Deborah Ball ...

Narrated by Jo Anna Perrin ...

Unabridged

12 hours 23 min

Versace. The very name conjures up images of outrageous glamour and bold sexuality, opulence and daring. All of course true, but only half the story. Versace is also the legacy of a great creative genius from a poor, backward part of southern Italy who transformed the fashion world through his intuitive understanding of both women and how a changing culture influenced the way they wanted to dress. ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

Versace. The very name conjures up images of outrageous glamour and bold sexuality, opulence and daring. All of course true, but only half the story. Versace is also the legacy of a great creative genius from a poor, backward part of southern Italy who transformed the fashion world through his intuitive understanding of both women and how a changing culture influenced the way they wanted to dress.
... Read more
Audiobook

Makeup

by Hannah Martin ...

Narrated by Hannah Martin ...

Unabridged

5 hours 57 min

The go-to glow up handbook, this book is the one-stop shop for everything you need or want to know about makeup, and how to look good while caring for your skin.YouTube sensation and the ‘queen of radiant skin and smoky eye tutorials’, brings us the ultimate guide to flawless makeup.Hannah Martin has created amazing looks using top British beauty brands. Now she shares her expertise in this must ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

The go-to glow up handbook, this book is the one-stop shop for everything you need or want to know about makeup, and how to look good while caring for your skin.YouTube sensation and the ‘queen of radiant skin and smoky eye tutorials’, brings us the ultimate guide to flawless makeup.Hannah Martin has created amazing looks using top British beauty brands. Now she shares her expertise in this must
... Read more
Audiobook

Tales from the Back Row

An Outsider's View from Inside the Fashion Industry

by Amy Odell ...

Narrated by C.S.E. Cooney ...

Unabridged

6 hours 36 min

In Tales from the Back Row, Cosmopolitan.com editor Amy Odell takes listeners behind the stage of New York's hottest fashion shows to meet the world's most influential models, designers, celebrities, editors, and photographers. But first, she has to push her way through the crowds outside, where we see the lengths people go to be noticed by the lurking paparazzi, and weave her way through the ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

In Tales from the Back Row, Cosmopolitan.com editor Amy Odell takes listeners behind the stage of New York's hottest fashion shows to meet the world's most influential models, designers, celebrities, editors, and photographers. But first, she has to push her way through the crowds outside, where we see the lengths people go to be noticed by the lurking paparazzi, and weave her way through the
... 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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45 French Closet Rules

Parisian Rules for Your Wardrobe and an Elegant Capsule Collection

by Matthew Bernard ...

Narrated by AI Voice Eric Smith ...

Unabridged

5 hours 12 min

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Every woman who has ever stood in front of a full closet and felt she has nothing to wear already knows the problem is not the number of clothes. The problem is the relationship, the way a lifetime of purchases accumulates into a wardrobe that demands attention, storage, and decisions without ever giving back the confidence it promised. The Parisian ... Read more

$16.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Every woman who has ever stood in front of a full closet and felt she has nothing to wear already knows the problem is not the number of clothes. The problem is the relationship, the way a lifetime of purchases accumulates into a wardrobe that demands attention, storage, and decisions without ever giving back the confidence it promised. The Parisian
... Read more
Audiobook

Madame Grès: Le sphinx de la Haute Couture

by Anne Graire ...

Narrated by Caroline Roussel ...

Unabridged

6 hours 45 min

Madame Grès : qui se cache derrière la célèbre créatrice au turban, icône de la mode pendant plus d'un demi-siècle ? Mondialement reconnue pour ses drapés antiques, elle pare Marlène Dietrich, Barbra Streisand ou Silvana Mangano de robes somptueuses, et s'entoure d'artistes comme Jean Cocteau ou Tamara de Lempicka. Ses clientes et amies comptent parmi les femmes au coeur du pouvoir : Jackie ... Read more

$30.55 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Madame Grès : qui se cache derrière la célèbre créatrice au turban, icône de la mode pendant plus d'un demi-siècle ? Mondialement reconnue pour ses drapés antiques, elle pare Marlène Dietrich, Barbra Streisand ou Silvana Mangano de robes somptueuses, et s'entoure d'artistes comme Jean Cocteau ou Tamara de Lempicka. Ses clientes et amies comptent parmi les femmes au coeur du pouvoir : Jackie
... Read more
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Emily in Paris: Paris, J'Adore!

The Official Authorized Companion to Emily's Secret Paris

by Emily in Paris ...

Narrated by Rebecca LaChance ...

Unabridged

4 hours 26 min

The official authorized companion to the much-loved Netflix show Emily in Paris.Paris, J'Adore! is Emily Cooper's diary about her life in France so far. From leaving her boyfriend in Chicago to starting at marketing firm Savoir in Paris, it reveals all the thrill, fear and confusion Emily experiences as she embarks on her new life. She becomes acquainted not only with French workplace etiquette - ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

The official authorized companion to the much-loved Netflix show Emily in Paris.Paris, J'Adore! is Emily Cooper's diary about her life in France so far. From leaving her boyfriend in Chicago to starting at marketing firm Savoir in Paris, it reveals all the thrill, fear and confusion Emily experiences as she embarks on her new life. She becomes acquainted not only with French workplace etiquette -
... Read more
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The Ten

The stories behind the fashion classics

by Lauren Cochrane ...

Narrated by Gesella Ohaka ...

Unabridged

7 hours 37 min

'Amazing – what perfect timing for fashion's new wave'Barbara Hulanicki, Founder of BIBAThese 10 classic fashion items are part of the universal language of style: the White T-shirt, Miniskirt, Hoodie, Jeans, Ballet flat, Breton top, Biker jacket, Little black dress, Stiletto, Trench.While trends may come and go, they remain symbols of perennial cool, part of a capsule collection of chic emblems ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

'Amazing – what perfect timing for fashion's new wave'Barbara Hulanicki, Founder of BIBAThese 10 classic fashion items are part of the universal language of style: the White T-shirt, Miniskirt, Hoodie, Jeans, Ballet flat, Breton top, Biker jacket, Little black dress, Stiletto, Trench.While trends may come and go, they remain symbols of perennial cool, part of a capsule collection of chic emblems
... Read more
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How to Be a Goth

Your A-Z of Undead Style

by Tish Weinstock ...

Unabridged

5 hours 27 min

YOUR ULTIMATE LIFESTYLE GUIDE TO THE MOST ENDURING OF ALL SUBCULTURES - FROM A VOGUE BEAUTY EDITOR'There's a bit of goth in us all' KATE MOSS'A celebration of darkness' ANJELICA HUSTONAmidst the waking nightmares of our times, the melancholy of goth soothes our morbid anxieties. Influencing pop culture at every juncture - fashion, art, music, film, the Kardashians - what was once mysterious is now ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

YOUR ULTIMATE LIFESTYLE GUIDE TO THE MOST ENDURING OF ALL SUBCULTURES - FROM A VOGUE BEAUTY EDITOR'There's a bit of goth in us all' KATE MOSS'A celebration of darkness' ANJELICA HUSTONAmidst the waking nightmares of our times, the melancholy of goth soothes our morbid anxieties. Influencing pop culture at every juncture - fashion, art, music, film, the Kardashians - what was once mysterious is now
... Read more
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Wrapped Up at the Vintage Dress Shop

Curl up by the fire with this uplifting, cozy and hilarious winter read

by Annie Darling ...

Narrated by Laura Kirman ...

Series series A Vintage Dress Shop Romance
Unabridged

9 hours 29 min

'This cozy, heartwarming story is the literary equivalent of your favorite festive sweater - snug, sparkling, and just what you need for a feel-good escape' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A beautifully written story with twists and turns that makes for a book difficult to put down. A real page turner' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❄️ **Falling in love is never seamless...**❄️Phoebe Baker has two passions in life: ... Read more

$43.99 CAD

'This cozy, heartwarming story is the literary equivalent of your favorite festive sweater - snug, sparkling, and just what you need for a feel-good escape' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A beautifully written story with twists and turns that makes for a book difficult to put down. A real page turner' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐❄️ **Falling in love is never seamless...**❄️Phoebe Baker has two passions in life:
... Read more
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Dapper Dan: Made in Harlem

A Memoir

by Daniel R. Day ...

Narrated by Daniel R. Day, Omari Hardwick ...

Unabridged

8 hours 30 min

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Dapper Dan is a legend, an icon, a beacon of inspiration to many in the Black community. His story isn’t just about fashion. It’s about tenacity, curiosity, artistry, hustle, love, and a singular determination to live our dreams out loud.”—Ava DuVernay, director of Selma, 13th, and A Wrinkle in TimeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY VANITY FAIR • DAPPER DAN ... Read more

$27.00 CAD

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “Dapper Dan is a legend, an icon, a beacon of inspiration to many in the Black community. His story isn’t just about fashion. It’s about tenacity, curiosity, artistry, hustle, love, and a singular determination to live our dreams out loud.”—Ava DuVernay, director of Selma, 13th, and A Wrinkle in TimeNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY VANITY FAIR • DAPPER DAN
... Read more
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In My Shoes

A Memoir

by Tamara Mellon, William Patrick ...

Narrated by Polly Lee ...

Unabridged

8 hours 31 min

A candid business narrative and memoir from the founder of Jimmy ChooTamara Mellon made a fortune building Jimmy Choo into a billion-dollar fashion brand. She became the prime minister's trade envoy and was honored by the Queen with the Order of the British Empire—yet it's her personal glamour that keeps her an object of global media fascination. Vogue photographed her wedding; Vanity Fair covered ... Read more

$22.50 CAD

A candid business narrative and memoir from the founder of Jimmy ChooTamara Mellon made a fortune building Jimmy Choo into a billion-dollar fashion brand. She became the prime minister's trade envoy and was honored by the Queen with the Order of the British Empire—yet it's her personal glamour that keeps her an object of global media fascination. Vogue photographed her wedding; Vanity Fair covered
... Read more

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