A new ‘ladies’ version of the best-selling “A Well-Dressed Gentleman's Pocket Guide”, this book is an exhaustive bible to dressing well for all occasions. Whether you are presented by a black-tie dress code or concerned about what underwear to buy, this book will emphatically answer all your sartorial questions. Karen Homer, a fashion journalist for the past 15 years, offers in-depth advice on how to dress, accompanied by interesting facts about how our clothes have evolved over the years. Packed with information, the book is written in a straight-forward style with fashion tips laid out in easy-to-follow bullet points accompanied by illustrations to demonstrate techniques such as tying a scarf or show the difference between fashion details, such as different necklines and collars. Any woman who wants to avoid fashion mistakes and ensure she is impeccably and appropriately dressed for every occasion will adore this book.

Contents:

Introduction; Shapes and Silhouettes; Dresses; Skirts; Blouses and Shirts; Knitwear; Trousers; Jeans; Coats and Jackets; Office-Wear; Evening- and Occasion-Wear; Shoes; Socks and Hosiery; Underwear; Scarves; Hats; Jewellery; Handbags; Sportswear and Swimwear; The Capsule Wardrobe; Wardrobe Maintenance; Index; Acknowledgements.

Author Biography:

Karen Homer is a fashion writer who has written for Vogue and The Times. She has authored three books, including Things a Woman Should Know About Shoes.