Future Fashion

A “fascinating” (New York Times Book Review) investigation into the human and environmental cost of fast fashion and global supply chains—and what we can actually do to enact change “A glimpse into how consumerism, slowed to a less ferocious pace, might be reconciled with sustainability...

Have you ever wished you could charge your phone using only your shirt? Or have you wished you had self-cleaning clothes? These concepts might just be possible one day thanks to science! Learn how clothing designers are inventing new and enhanced fabrics to create clothes that solve problems. Can you imagine future fashion?

"There is no getting around the business of art, according to Arsham, so you might as well master it. 'The game is there,' he writes. 'Either you play it or it plays you.' Wise up, reader." —New York Times Inspiration is for amateurs. I’m a professional artist: I wake up every day and go to...

Not so fast, fashion. Designs and prices out of control, only one thing can save the fashion industry: Slower Style. Bringing together the best ideas about sustainable fashion, minimalism, and conscious consumerism, slower style is the trend that is here to stay. Explore the best and worst parts of the sustainable fashion industry with Allie Frownfelter. After graduating with a degree in sustainability, she started her own booming sustainable fashion company. Bottle Thread is the first of many sustainable fashion companies to arise pushing back against cheap, expensive, and functionless ...

The iconic visionary returns with his first new novel since the New York Times bestseller Spook Country. Whatever you do, because you are an artist, will bring you to the next thing of your own... When she sang for The Curfew, Hollis Henry's face was known worldwide. She still runs into people...

A machine now stands between your brand and your customer. AI assistants read, rank, and recommend products before a shopper ever sees them. They cannot be charmed, bought, or briefed like the buyers and gatekeepers before them. They can only be fed. What they read about your products decides what they recommend, and most brands have no idea what that is. The Machine-Readable Brand is the operator's field guide to fashion in the age of AI agents. It moves past the hype and shows you the systems, metrics, and decisions that put a brand on the agent's shelf and keep it there. Inside, you will...

Are you ready to transform the old into astonishingly new? "Reclaimed Futures" is not just a book; it's a manifesto for a greener and more creative world which bridges the gap between sustainability and innovative design. In "Reclaimed Futures," you will embark on a mesmerizing journey through the dynamic world of upcycling, exploring how discarded materials can be given a second life that's even more vibrant than their first. You'll delve into the roots of the upcycling movement, where a rich history intertwines with modern pioneering spirit, and discover how each of us can play a vital ...

“Citizen Kim is the kind of intelligent and incisive book that comes along when a great journalist finds his perfect subject. Irresistible." —Anna Wintour An unprecedented and intimate account of one of the most business-savvy, influential, and defining icons of our time Kim Kardashian is a...

Step into the groundbreaking world of sustainable fashion with "Beyond Leather," a captivating exploration of the most innovative materials reshaping the industry. This riveting eBook transports readers into the realm of eco-conscious style, where the allure of traditional leather finds its match in the game-changing emergence of mushroom leather—a material that promises to revolutionize our approach to fashion and beyond. Prepare to be gripped by the opening chapters as they reveal the precipitous decline of leather's reign, dissecting the urgency for material innovation from a ...

Lieutenant Ethan Hendricks’ greatest nightmare just also happens to be his grandfather’s newest business venture. Logan Hendricks is thrilled about his brand new detective agency’s first case, but things weren’t turning out the way they were supposed to, including the attempted murder of one of his brand new employees. But he figures their next case, which involves finding a missing sister, should go a lot smoother. How dangerous could it be? Ethan Hendricks wasn’t quite as confident about his grandfather’s new hobby, or that the supposedly straight-forward case of a missing ...

James Patterson Presents a modern retelling of a classic Indian legend, 96 Words for Love is a touching coming-of-age story that reads like Eat, Pray, Love for teens. Ever since her acceptance to UCLA, 17-year-old Raya Liston has been quietly freaking out. She feels simultaneously lost and...

We may not often think of our clothes as having a function beyond covering our naked bodies and keeping us a little safer from the elements. But to discount the enormous influence of clothing on anything from economic cycles to the future of water scarcity is to ignore the greater meaning of the garments we put on our backs. Disrobed vividly considers the role that clothing plays in everything from natural disasters to climate change to terrorism to geopolitics to agribusiness.

Unveil the secrets of sophisticated accessorizing with "The Belt Blueprint"—a must-have digital tome that delves into the intricate world of artisanal belt design! In a journey from the quintessential leather strap to avant-garde high fashion statements, this compelling read is calibrated for enthusiasts and aspiring designers alike, who wish to elevate their craft or deepen their appreciation for this timeless accessory. "The Belt Blueprint" transcends mere functionality, framing the belt as an art object while carefully unveiling the nuanced history carved through its leather-and-buckle...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Subscribed by Tien Tzuo and Gabe Weisert, read by Dan Woren with an introduction read by Tien Tzuo. Includes a bonus PDF of illustrations. Today's consumers prefer the advantages of access over the hassles of ownership. It's not just internet services...

Get ready to be both challenged and inspired as you explore scenarios that redefine luxury, moving beyond craftsmanship and exclusivity. Explore how societal changes, technological advancements, and sustainability reshape luxury into something more meaningful, personal, and purpose-driven. Ideal for tomorrow's industry leaders, current professionals, and luxury lovers, Beyond Luxury beckons you to imagine a luxury realm that transcends mere aspiration, deeply ingrained with emotional resonance and sustainable principles. This book takes you on a journey to the heart of luxury's revolution, ...

Step through the annals of time and discover the accessory that has cinched its place in history – the humble belt. "Cinching the Future" is an impactful journey from the ancient loops of leather that girdled our forbears to the avant-garde innovations set to redefine the waists of tomorrow. Prepare to be buckled in for a riveting exploration of this transformative piece of fashion. Embark on a voyage beginning with the evolution of belt craftsmanship, where the fusion of function and fashion throughout the ages has not only supported wardrobes but bolstered cultural shifts. Witness the ...

Discover the wonders of turning the discarded into the extraordinary with "Second Life Creations," the transformative eBook that redefines the way you view and interact with waste. This insightful read is a deep dive into the world of upcycling, where everyday objects destined for the landfill are repurposed into objects d'art, environmentally conscious fashion, innovative furniture, and beyond. Plunge into the depths of the upcycling ethos in the opening chapter, where you'll explore the philosophy behind this movement and understand the critical role upcycling plays in a circular economy....

Kim met me for dinner at a Mexican restaurant in the San Fernando Valley. It was the only time she could find in her schedule to sit quietly, away from the chaos, and talk for a couple of hours. She arrived by herself, driving a Range Rover, no security, wearing head-to-toe black leather...

She had been pampered all her life. She wanted independence, but as the future heiress to Tandaria’s greatest empire, she was never allowed to be the person she yearned to be. All that changed when she became the victim of a nefarious plot to murder her father and take control of the Lodaran Empire. Now she was a pawn in a battle between forces she had no power to oppose. Kidnapped and destined to a dire future, all that changes when the last person she ever expected burst into the room where she was held prisoner. Prince Dak Akkra of Mazidar! But was he here to save her? Or was he the ...

In The Memory Librarian music, fashion, film and futurist icon Janelle Monáe returns to the Afrofuturistic world of her critically acclaimed album, Dirty Computer, to explore how different threads of liberation – queerness, race, gender plurality, love – become tangled in a totalitarian...