books: chic simple

books: chic simple

books:

Chic simple

Women's Wardrobe (Chic Simple) (Chic Simple)

Kim Johnson Gross, Jeff Stone

Knopf, 1995

Great source for classic advice
I bought Chic Simple Women's Wardrobe when it first came out, and had reason to pull it out again when my wardrobe needed a complete overhaul due to weight loss. To my delight, the advice and the styles contained within are as fresh now as they were eight years ago. If ...

Men's Wardrobe (Chic Simple)

Chic Simple Partners

Knopf, 1998

Great basic book
Gives a lot of great tips on what to get. I need to buy a blue blazer, and they have good guides to help you out.

Chic Simple Dress Smart Men: Wardrobes That Win in the New Workplace (Chic Simple)

Kim Johnson Gross, Jeff Stone

Grand Central Publishing, 2002

Fantastic primer and reference.
I still pull this book off the shelf every year to refresh. In fact, I'm on my second copy after wearing out the first. I highly recommend this book for high school and college graduates starting out. Most of us don't start with a lot of money to invest in clothing. I ...

A Closet Full of Shoes: Simple Ways to Make Them Chic

Jo Packham, Sara Toliver

Sterling/Chapelle, 2006

Old Shoes Don't Have to Die!
I loved this book from the moment I first opened it. I'm a wearable art artist and the more sources I have the better. This book gives me a new source of options. All my shoes will be having overhauls on them very soon!

Accessories (Chic Simple)

Kim Johnson Gross, Jeff Stone, ...

Alfred A. Knopf, New York, 1996

Accessories for the Librarian
I had been wanting for some time to break out of the dowdy Librarian mode. I decided to start my transformation with a book on the basics on accessories and Accessories (Chic Simple) fit the bill perfectly. It has wonderful pictures which enhance the copy making it ...

Chic Simple Dress Smart for Women: Wardrobes that Win in the Workplace

Kim Johnson Gross, Jeff Stone

Grand Central Publishing, 2002

Found help to professionalize my image
My coworkers see a person destined for clerical glory when they interact with me. My wardrobe needs a serious makeover. However, my concern is not so much "the interview, succeeding in the job, and getting a better job". I'm starting a home-based business and I ...

Stitch-it: Simple Instructions and Tools for 35 Chic to Classic Embroidery Projects

Jenny Hart, 2004

Stitch It
I purchased this kit to be given as a gift to a child who is just starting sewing. It would also be good for a beginning adult, but if you have experience, you will still appreciate the enclosed patterns.

Positively Crochet!: 50 Fashionable Projects and Inspirational Tips

Mary Jane Hall

Krause Publications, 2007

Great assortment of amazing patterns
This book contains a great assortment of patterns. I'm working on my first pattern and have my eye on several others to make. I like the way these patterns are written. The detailed information given is very helpful. Love the words of encouragement! They were a ...

Eco-Chic Weddings: Simple Tips to Plan an Earth-Friendly, Socially Responsible, Affordable Green Wedding

Emily Elizabeth Anderson

Hatherleigh Press, 2007

Enthusiastically recommended for wedding planners as well as prospective brides and grooms.
Yoga instructor Emily Elizabeth Anderson presents Eco-Chic Weddings: Simple Tips to Plan an Environmentally Friendly, Socially Responsible, Affordable, and Stylish Celebration, a guide to saving money as well as being environmentally friendly when celebrating that ...

Chic Simple: What Should I Wear?: Dressing for Occasions (Chic Simple)

Kim Johnson Gross, Jeff Stone

Knopf, 1998

Fashion challenged? You don't have to be...
This is a gorgeous book, organized by season with a sizable section for situation-specific outfits. This is the best ChicSimple women's book because it covers the areas that work, etc. cover, only now you get bonus material and only have to buy one book! Some have ...

Bed Linens (Chic Simple Components): Head to Toe (Chic Simple Components)

Kathryn Livingston

Knopf, 1994

A great coffee table or bedside table book
Pretty pictures, excellent photography, lots of neat things to look at, visually stimulating--this is a great book to leave out as a conversation piece. Or to thumb through before bed, very relaxing! But as far as the knowledge dispersed, it is nothing new. Or maybe I ...

Beyond the Scarf: 15 Simple and Chic Fashions You Can Knit

Kathleen Greco, Nick Greco

C&T Publishing, 2006

Great Patterns
As a beginner knitter, I like the patterns in the book because they are easy, pretty and varied. I was ready to move on past scarves. There are a few purses, tops and little sweaters. I especially like the cast on technique for the Chenille Bag and Belt, cool! It makes ...

Chic & Simple Sewing: Skirts, Dresses, Tops, and Jackets for the Modern Seamstress
Christine Haynes

Potter Craft, 2009

Experiencing the Kabbalah: A Simple Guide to Spiritual Wholeness

Chic Cicero, Sandra Tabatha Cicero

Llewellyn Publications, 1997

A great little book
I didn't even like the subject of Kabbalah until I saw an actual performance of the Tree Walk and bought this book. It made the Kabbalah come to LIFE for me. Now I'm hooked.

Work Clothes (Chic Simple): Casual Dress for Serious Work (Chic Simple Guides)

Kim Johnson Gross, Jeff Stone

Knopf, 1996

a visual treat, with a focus on quality clothes
This book boasts the catchy, elegant chic simple layout, with fully accessorized outfits laid out against a white background. The focus is on classic (and expensive), quality clothing (cashmere twin sets, Chanel flats, $300 Hermes scarves)-- but you could copy the ...