Things a Woman Should Know About Style

by Karen Homer

Firm but always fair, Karen Homer lays down the law to ensure that you never commit another fashion faux pas. Discover why you can never have too many white T-shirts, how to choose the right shoes and lingerie, and when to say “no” to this season’s fashion trends. Packed with tips and timeless rules and enhanced with classic photos of style icons, this chic little volume will never let you down. Karen Homer, a fashion journalist, has worked for many of Britain’s leading publications, including Elle, The Times, and Vogue.

Genres: Fashion, Nonfiction, Self Help

200 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 2003

About the author

Karen Homer is a renowned fashion journalist and bestselling author of The Little Book of Dior and Things a Woman Should Know About Style. She has written for The Times, Telegraph, Vogue, Elle, and lives in London.

Reviews

[Apryl Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite accurate in regards to street fashion--yes, that includes everything from the bedroom to the ballroom--but I found the delivery similar to the best advice from the Popular Girl in school. There's a self-approved attitude that's easy to fall for, and she's not just come up with these things out of thin air or simply for spite. Yet, in our every (wo)man quest for respect, there's a strong suggestion of "You're missing the mark." It's mentioned, but not detailed, that we must love and honour ourselves BEFORE we even reach for the rack. Yes, it flows both ways, so how does one learn to dress in a manner that resonates respect? This book lists one suggestion after another, and absolutely NONE of them are written in stone, even if it reads that way. Test each with a large grain of salt (preferably gourmet sea salt), and choose for yourself what reflects the best YOU possible. Voila, now you're stylish, and anyone who tries to take you down is merely jealous of your fabulousness.

[Ginny Burt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Written in 2003...basic rules still apply...worth reading every five years!😉

[Anna · Rating 2 out of 5]

The topic is not my cup of tea, but I like the way it is delivered, it's funny.

[Xovee Xu · Rating 4 out of 5]

读这本书纯属好奇，算是了解了一些很快会忘的小知识。

[Dianne Oliver · Rating 3 out of 5]

I somehow missed knowing these things. What fun.

[Guðrún · Rating 4 out of 5]

Now I know!

[Chloé Dujardin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book!! The style they like is exactly my style so I agreed on everything. also, since in the cover there's a photo of Audrey Hepburn from Breakfast at Tiffany's, I had the feeling that she was the one that wrote the whole book while I was reading it! I liked it a lot, seriously! I recommend it to everybody!

[Katherine Fairhurst · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is fantastic, anyone who wants to dress well must read this book, its accurate, its inspiring, its funny. a must read for any style conscious woman!
best quote so far "No one likes to look like a sausage ready to burst"
that does seem to be the 'fashion' in my town

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

On the cover: Holly Golightly looking in the window of Tiffany's...sums it up right there!

[Newby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every woman needs to read this book! Seriously, I'd like to pass it out on the streets.

[Lizzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book! It is a quick read - I love the vocabulary & expressions from the British author. The quotes from famous fashion icons & designers were especially fun.

[Tracy · Rating 4 out of 5]

cute, funny, most so true

[Angtburg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great overall book about what to look for in clothing, appearance, and creating your own style

[Jasna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent book, mostly irrelevant to those under the age of 30. The biggest flaw was the shoddy editing job.

[Katherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this book. It is a smaller size but is packed with masses of useful information. It is more suitable for women over 25 who have a stable source of income but we can all learn tips from it.

[Tc · Rating 4 out of 5]

A little black dress for your handbag; what a great little style reference with some humour and general tips to help keep yourself stylish.

[Sanna · Rating 1 out of 5]

Kirjoittaja on ilmeisesti yrittänyt saada aikaan kevyen humoristista tekstiä, mutta vaikutelma on ennemminkin vaivaannuttava, ja siitä paistaa läpi 2000-luvun alku.

[Louisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cool and funny. My favourite quote: 'if you can't walk in stilettos, take a taxi' :)