Best for: Someone looking for a book of miscellaneous etiquette tips and lovely little watercolor illustrations. In a nutshell: Iconic fashion designer Kate Spade offers some tips for being gracious in your daily interactions Line that sticks with me: “But might doesn’t equal right, so to all ad hoc experts and lecturers please don’t pontificate on the paint. Lecture halls have seats; museums and galleries don’t.” Why I chose it: I bought this at least two years ago. I reviewed the second in this little […]
Style. Ish.
I was drawn to this book because I usually like Kate Spade’s designs. The color combinations aren’t always my thing, and I wouldn’t wear everything she makes, but she definitely has a point of view. I figured this book might help me out as I try to sort through exactly what my own style is, beyond dresses with pockets. Aren’t dresses with pockets are the best? I don’t understand why more shops don’t sell them. But back to the book. I’ve finished it and I’m […]