Well-dressed Lady's Pocket Guide

A new 'ladies' version of the best-selling A Well-Dressed Gentleman's Pocket Guide, this book is an exhaustive bible to dressing well for all occasions. Whether you are presented with a black-tie dress code or concerned about what underwear to buy, this book will emphatically answer all your sartorial questions. Karen Homer, a fashion journalist for the past 15 years, offers in-depth advice on how to dress, accompanied by interesting facts about how our clothes have evolved over the years.

Packed with information, the book is written in a straight-forward style with fashion tips laid out in easy- to-follow bullet points. These are accompanied by illustrations demonstrating techniques such as tying a scarf or showing the difference between fashion details, such as necklines and collars. Any woman who wants to avoid fashion mistakes and ensure she is impeccably and appropriately dressed for every occasion will adore this book. 

Karen Homer is a fashion writer who has written for Vogue and The Times. She has authored three books, including Things a Woman Should Know About Shoes. 

With black and white illustrations that show such practicalities as how to tie a scarf perfectly and different dress silhouettes to suit the various body shapes, this book makes the perfect gift for the fashionista in your life. The essential accessory for every style-conscious woman, The Well-Dressed Lady's Pocket Guide offers an etiquette and history of classic dress. With tips on choosing the right garments for your shape and how best to accessorize, it provides impeccable advice for every occasion. If you want to channel Audrey chic and seek out the staples that will see you capturing an effortless style season after season, look no further. And remember, as Yves Saint Laurent said, 'Fashions fade. Style is eternal.'

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