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Book by Carlton, Harold
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480 pages, Paperback
First published March 1, 1988
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October 3, 2012
This is the first book I read by Harold Carlton and I must say that I am now a fan! The way he wrote Labels will keep any reader wanting for more. His witty writing style and portrayal of his characters allows his readers to experience or visualize what the fashion industry was like in the 60's and beyond.
Through Mia he showed the elegant, dreamy and sometimes fairy-tale like side of fashion but with a dose of reality. Wayland was undeniably her fairy god mother (or godfather as the case may be) who in today's standards can be categorized as a very supportive and loving uncle/friend. Now, readers may think that Mia is this typical shy, quiet girl but in reality she has a deep burning desire that needs to be released. She is one girl you would not want to mess with when push comes to shove.
In Mackenzie readers are exposed to the cut throat and often times trend setting side of the fashion industry. With her rebellious can do attitude readers will really be left in awe on how she is able to face every challenge that comes her way and still remain at the top of her game. But don't be fooled by her harsh and tough personal/physical features because at the end of the day Mackenzie is a person with a true heart of GOLD!
And it is in dear Coral that readers will see how power and desire can either make or break a person within the fashion industry. Coral, in the most simplest sense is not your typical mom nor is she your typical fashion Goddess. Coral is the greatest reflection on what society and their expectations can do to a person who simply wants to be the best at what she does.
With its numerous twists and turns, dramas, scandal and gossips readers will be left wanting for more. I know I do!
Labels by Harold Carlton has earned a permanent spot in my growing book collection.
Through Mia he showed the elegant, dreamy and sometimes fairy-tale like side of fashion but with a dose of reality. Wayland was undeniably her fairy god mother (or godfather as the case may be) who in today's standards can be categorized as a very supportive and loving uncle/friend. Now, readers may think that Mia is this typical shy, quiet girl but in reality she has a deep burning desire that needs to be released. She is one girl you would not want to mess with when push comes to shove.
In Mackenzie readers are exposed to the cut throat and often times trend setting side of the fashion industry. With her rebellious can do attitude readers will really be left in awe on how she is able to face every challenge that comes her way and still remain at the top of her game. But don't be fooled by her harsh and tough personal/physical features because at the end of the day Mackenzie is a person with a true heart of GOLD!
And it is in dear Coral that readers will see how power and desire can either make or break a person within the fashion industry. Coral, in the most simplest sense is not your typical mom nor is she your typical fashion Goddess. Coral is the greatest reflection on what society and their expectations can do to a person who simply wants to be the best at what she does.
With its numerous twists and turns, dramas, scandal and gossips readers will be left wanting for more. I know I do!
Labels by Harold Carlton has earned a permanent spot in my growing book collection.
November 21, 2008
Typical 80's epic novel. Fashion designer wannabe, hates sex, in love with prestigious designer. Second fashion designer wannabe, love/hate relationship with wannabe #1, loves sex, in love with a druggie, has mom who is queen bitch fashion editor for top fashion magazine. The end. Yup, totally predictable with a lame ending. Not impressed.
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March 30, 2015Ha ha ha ha
no.
Started this on a whim as I have zero experience with trashy novels. Moderately amused for the first 80 pages or so, don't have any interest in finishing this up - too many other good things to read out there.
no.
Started this on a whim as I have zero experience with trashy novels. Moderately amused for the first 80 pages or so, don't have any interest in finishing this up - too many other good things to read out there.
July 14, 2012
Interesting story but I didn't like the way this book is written. I had hard time trying to finish the book.
September 30, 2012
Glad to have finally finished. It was okaaay, but I found the characters rather irritating.
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