The Little Book of Audrey Hepburn

by Caroline Jones

Audrey Hepburn’s star quality, fashion sense, and elegance made her a style icon for women of all ages. This stunningly illustrated tribute reveals how her unique beauty made her a dream subject for designers and photographers alike. Featuring her collaborations with Givenchy, and stills from her most famous films, The Little Book of Audrey Hepburn takes readers on a journey through the actress’s life.

Genres: Nonfiction, Fashion, Biography

160 pages, Hardcover

Published October 4, 2016

About the author

Caroline Jones was named Health Journalist of the Year in 2014 by the HMFA and was formerly Woman's Editor of the Daily Mirror.
Caroline lives in London with her husband Colin, daughter Mia, and dog Rufus.

Reviews

[Dalila · Rating 5 out of 5]

❤️🫶

[Rebecka Mattsson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Litterärt mästerverk? Kanske inte! Men mysig och snabbläst och framförallt: fylld med massa bilder på Audrey! Jag vågar påstå att det aldrig funnits en vackrare eller mer stilig kvinna än henne någonsin.

[hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 rounded to 4. got this at the tiffany’s exhibition the other day and just wow, the photos of audrey in this book are breathtaking 😍

[Mira Vanneste · Rating 4 out of 5]

Such an inspirational, kind, and strong woman🥲🩷

[Oana Lambrache · Rating 5 out of 5]

Audrey Hepburn a fost un fashion icon chiar de dinainte de a deveni celebră pe marile ecrane, admirată în superbele creații ale marilor case de modă ale vremii. Un stil inconfundabil, un machiaj subtil și simplu, o prezență și o atitudine demne de marile staruri de la Hollywood, eleganță - toate acestea i le pot atribui cu ușurință minunatei Audrey pe care am admirat-o de la primul film văzut "Mic-dejun la Tiffany", purtând o rochie neagră (marca Givenchy) accesorizată cu un colier din perle și ștrasuri, o diademă, mănuși negre și ochelari de soare supradimensionați în fața magazinului Tiffany (o scenă la fel de faimoasă precum Audrey).

"Micul ghid al stilului. Audrey Hepburn" prezintă succint viața actriței, axându-se pe alegerile acesteia în materie de haine, produse de make-up și de îngrjire a corpului și părului, dezvăluind chiar și piesele vestimentare preferate, cele care au devenit un fel de emblemă ușor de recunoscut și asociat lui Audrey: pantalonii negri trei sferturi, balerinii, ochelarii mari de soare, trenciul, eșarfele cu ajutorul cărora putea transforma și reinventa aceeași ținută de nenumărate ori.

"Hainele sunt o pasiune pentru mine - îmi plac stât de mult încât au devenit practic un viciu."

[Jade Elias-killeen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love any book on Audrey Hepburn and this was small but filled with all things Audrey. Everytime I read a book in Audrey it just makes me want to be like her. Some dates and names of films didn't match the photos though...

[Rici Shahputra · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an incredibly short book that reminds me of a lot of reason of why I adore and admire Audrey Hepburn so much. That’s the biggest compliment I can give to this great book

[ashy · Rating 5 out of 5]

one of the most beautiful and raw books i have ever read about a person. i love how this book described every part of audrey’s life. audrey hepburn was a saint and was too good for this world, she is an absolute icon and inspiration. she is an idol to me and many others even now. the fact that she has made such an impact in this world is amazing and that she was so humbled about it too. this book made me tear up because of how amazing audrey was as a person. she always tried her best to give and help others. the work that she did in the unicef is amazing and so motivating. i wish and inspire to be like audrey. she was the definition of elegant and true beauty. audrey was an amazing mother, actress, humanitarian and person. she was an absolute legend. i absolutely loved and enjoyed this book ! - 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Christine Sinclair · Rating 3 out of 5]

I love Audrey Hepburn! She was a beautiful person, inside and out. This book is about her fashion sense, personal style and major influence on fashion trends even now, years after her death. It showcases many of her movies and covers her personal life as well, with chapters on her relationship with designer Hubert de Givenchy, and her favorite photographers Richard Avedon, Cecil Beaton and Bob Willoughby. (The nits I have to pick: Dutch "Conga," instead of Congo, lol; a very badly printed photo of her gorgeous ballgown from Sabrina, where the dramatic black embroidery looks gold instead; and a very poor choice for the cover photo.) I'm happy to add this little book to my collection of books about my favorite star.

[Andra Horhocea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Aceasta carte m a inspirat foarte mult. Atât viața plină a starletei, cât și felul ei simplu și frumos de a vedea lucrurile mi au luminat zilele in care ma delectam cu aceasta carte. Citatul favorit: „Ca sa aveți buze atrăgătoare, rostiți cuvinte de tandrețe și ca sa aveți ochi frumoși, căutați frumusețea din sufletul oamenilor”

[Swathi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A touching tribute to a legend. Proving that she was born of Dutch royal lineage, her aesthetics and on-screen persona left an impact on generations that came ahead of her . Her humanitarian work with children honoured her own hardships as a world war 2 prisoner, a fantastic insight into her life . Feeling lucky to have read it.

[Baba-S · Rating 5 out of 5]

“I believe in pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner.
I believe in kissing, kissing a lot.
I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles.”

Beautiful Audrey 🥹

[Jennifer Thompson-Thalasinos · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a charming little book!! It was full of pictures from when Audrey was a young dancer through when she was an ambassador for UNICEF. There's lots of info about her life included and how to create that signature Audrey style! This is a must buy for all Audrey fans!

[Tanya Rofman · Rating 5 out of 5]

A captivating tribute to the legendary actress. With its stunning visuals and insightful content. It's a delightful and inspiring book that will leave you enchanted by the grace and elegance of this timeless icon.

[Alina Stancu · Rating 4 out of 5]

Este exact ceea ce promite: o carte care te plimba prin viata si stilul actriței, fără detalii inutile. Multe fotografii sugestive, o citești intr-o oră. Relaxantă, te face sa-ti dorești sa revezi filmele.

[Shanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars. This was a gift, can't say I would have been drawn to it myself but it was actually a fun little read and I do love my golden hollywood starlets.

[Jenn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very cute little bio on Audrey with some great pics of her style thur the years

[Inês Sousa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Que livro tão interessante.. uma compra impulsiva há 4 anos e agora fiquei de coração quentinho. Relembrar o porquê de amar esta mulher. E que mulher! Ícone! 🎬👗

[Jayse · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting and informative.

[James Haigh-Kenworthy · Rating 5 out of 5]

More about the fashion of Audrey than her life but everything you want to know is still in there. Why all biographies can't be as quick and easy as this? I don't know..

[dunefan2025 · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quote so good, the book repeated it thrice (not complaining):

“Success is like reaching an important birthday and finding out you are exactly the same.”

[yeon · Rating 4 out of 5]

enjoyed this first one of little books of fashion series — book cover caught my attention while roaming around bookstore’s aisles

[Suyog Garg · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is too little and too bright, dazzled ;)

[Natalie Sutherland · Rating 5 out of 5]

The coffee table book you actually want to read! I’ve always been obsessed with her. Loved learning more!

[Siann · Rating 4 out of 5]

AUDREY is my only favourite human in the world that I haven't met. I love her she has the largest and most beautiful heart. She's poised, well mannered as a queen, humble, intelligent, strong and determined. A classic icon.

I wish more people had a fraction of the selflessness and courage she had, the world will be a better place. She's a legend. The reason why I gave this a 4 stars is that this book mainly focused on her fashion and make up and classical trends which she "incorporated" into mainstream fashion. Not really on the behind the scenes stuff on film sets, or the drama between Julie Andrews and WB, or her humanitarianism missions. I don't know I guess I already knew most of these things and I've seen most of these pictures.

SIANNOUTTT

[Hannah Lawrence · Rating 5 out of 5]

a skinny legend UGH slay sis 💓 she really was that BITCH. great book - feeling cultured. yeeyee

[Yesica Aguirre · Rating 5 out of 5]

Audrey Hepburn will forever be the fashion icon we all want to copy, she inspired her generation and continue doing soo every they now on!