Fashion Dream

Born into a life of hard work, English housemaid Annie Wood arrives in New York City in 1911 with her wealthy mistress. Wide-eyed with the possibilities America has to offer, Annie wonders if there’s more for her than a life of service. Annie chooses to risk everything, taps into courage she never knew she had, and goes off on her own, finding employment in the sewing department at Macy’s. While at Macy’s Annie catches the eye of a salesman at the Butterick Pattern Company. Through determination, hard work, and God’s leading, Annie discovers a hidden gift: she is a talented fashion ...

The American Dream thrives in 1912 New York City Annie Wood, the housemaid-turned-pattern designer in The Pattern Artist, jumps at the chance to design her own clothing line when a wealthy New York couple offers to finance her endeavor. Joining the project is Annie’s new husband, Sean Culver, her best friend at Butterick, Maude Nascato, and a mother figure, Edna Holmquist. Annie and her colleagues give up their careers, risking everything to follow a shared passion: clothes that are both fashionable and functional for modern, busy women in 1912. Personal and financial setbacks test old ...

A charming and insightful memoir about coming of age as a fashion journalist in 1980s Paris, by former Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar editor Kate Betts, the author of Everyday Icon: Michelle Obama and the Power of Style “You can always come back,” my mother said. “Just go.” As a young woman...

Pretty Mess meets #Girlboss in this part memoir, part entrepreneurial manifesto from The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s “Powerhouse in Pigtails.” Margaret Josephs is a hustler. She’s a tough cookie. She speaks her mind. She never leaves the house without lipstick on. She’s also a...

Dressed in Dreams is a story of desire, access, conformity, and black innovation that explains things like the importance of knockoff culture; the role of “ghetto fabulous” full-length furs and colorful leather in the 1990s; how black girls make magic out of a dollar store t-shirt, rhinestones, and airbrushed paint; and black parents' emphasis on dressing nice. Ford talks about the pain of seeing black style appropriated by the mainstream fashion industry and fashion’s power, especially in middle America.

A moving and eye-opening look at the story of manufacturing in America, whether it can ever successfully return to our shores, and why our nation depends on it, told through the experience of one young couple in Maine as they attempt to rebuild a lost industry, ethically. From the...

A deliciously entertaining novel about the stars of a popular teen show from the early 2000s—and the reunion special, thirteen years after their scandalous flameout, that will either be their last chance at redemption, or destroy them all for good. Back in 2004, The Daydreams had it all: a...

“The godmothers of indie-pop” Mojo “A tale of pop life well lived” Shindig “Winningly captures the devil-may-care optimism of adolescence” Guardian An evocative coming of age story from one of the UK’s first ever female post-punk musicians. Debsey Wykes was the bass playing singer...

Step into the magical world of bridal elegance with 'The Perfect Dress', your quintessential guide to finding the wedding gown of your dreams. Embark on a journey that unveils the mysteries of bridal fashion, helps you navigate the sea of silhouettes, and leads you to the altar in the dress that awaits its unforgettable moment. This comprehensive guide does not simply walk you through the racks of a boutique; it immerses you in the essence of bridal style, guiding you through the cultural significance, the artistry of design, and the emotional highs and lows of selecting the centerpiece of ...

Whether you’re a well-established industry figure or just starting off in your career, this guidebook to professionalism in the modern workplace will set you up for success. Leave Your Mark isn't an advice book -- it's a mentorship in 288 pages. Aliza Licht-global fashion communications...

Become a thrifting queen and discover the exciting world of secondhand shopping with this comprehensive guide from TikTok style star Macy Eleni. Macy Eleni is a thrifting expert. Bargain hunting since she was a teen who was short on cash and long on a desire to express herself, she knows that...

Past generations of English schoolchildren knew all about the stories that livened up their country's history. Burnt cakes, turbulent priests, red-hot pokers up the backside: these tales might not all have been strictly true, but they added a richness to the story of England that sticks in the mind, making it more than just the biography of a patch of land. In The England of Our Dreams, Jon David tries to recapture this spirit. With the books his parents read as children in front of him for inspiration, he offers a guided tour of English history's great landmarks - from a bald Italian ...

From the glittering aisles of a suburban mall to the hallowed halls of international fashion, a thirteen-year-old’s audacious dream of designing a new world, one stitch at a time, proves that even the grandest visions begin with a single, heartfelt wish.

"His large hands hold me with a gentle pressure, anchoring me. I become aware of the fact that only two layers of fabric separate my skin from his. They do little to prevent waves of warmth from coursing through me at his touch." Rhett Calhoun's chance encounter at a masquerade ball turns into a fleeting dance with a mysterious woman, only for an emergency to pull him away before he learns her name. Sarah Forde, on the brink of establishing herself as a top dressmaker in Hollyhead, Massachusetts, reluctantly agrees to spend a week with her ex-boyfriend, hoping to rekindle their past romance...

Do you dress according to the latest fashion or are you a trend setter who leads the way? Do you feel confident every time you get dressed or do you need some help in choosing what’s right for you? If you want to look great all the time this book will help you find your look! Dressing in the latest styles and looking good, whether you are going on a night out or knowing what to wear at the office, is important for lots of different reasons.

Meet Mariah: a preacher's daughter with big dreams and rules that feel even bigger. At 16, she's supposed to have her whole life sorted out. Doctor's coat? Check. Perfect grades? Expected. But what if all Mariah wants is to trade that future lab coat for a designer's sketch pad and fill the world with fashion? Life in a strict home has Mariah feeling like she's in a box. Until Zane shows up. He's the kind of boy her dad warns about: the misunderstood bad boy with a heart only she gets to see. Zane is about to turn Mariah's world upside down. "My First Love" is the tale of a girl finding her...

Return to Sunset Island in Sunset Dreams, the riveting third book in the new series about Samantha, Emma, and Carrie—away from home for the first time in the ultimate summer job! THIS IS EASILY THE BEST MOVE I EVER MADE. GOOD BYE KANSAS, HELLO BIGTIME! THE PEOPLE HERE NOT ONLY LOOK BETTER, THEY DRESS BETTER, THEY EVERYTHING BETTER! I HAVE A LOT OF CATCHING UP TO DO. AT LEAST I HAVE SOMEONE WHO’S HELPING ME. I MET THIS GUY, A PROFESSIONAL FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER NO LESS, AND HE GOT ME A MODELING JOB! IT’S SORT OF SEXY, BUT I TRUST HIM – IT WON’T BE SLEAZY. BESIDES, YOU KNOW ME. I’LL...

A plus-sized woman finally gets the man of her dreams in this sexy contemporary romance from New York Times bestselling author Bella Andre. Lily Ellis has curves—soft, beautiful curves. The kind of voluptuous body she fears Travis Carson, the man she's always loved from afar, would never crave...

Picking out attire from an entire wardrobe of clothes may be a hassle, especially when you haven't developed a personal style. With an array of shopping options and styles, it can become difficult to make a closet of modernized pieces that can fit any occasion. This book will guide you to shop better and make better choices to build your dream wardrobe. So let's get started!