Must-read books about style and high fashion

Books give a soul to Universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything, let’s consider the words of an ancient Greek philosopher, Plato. I would like to share a brief abstract of must read books about the style icons and high fashion.

Must-read books about style and high fashion:

The Woman I Wanted to Be by Diane von Furstenberg.
Diane von Furstenberg’s new biography tracks her life story— from trailing around a suitcase full of jersey dresses to becoming the CEO of her major, global brand. Not only does The Woman I Wanted to Be tell DVF’s story, it’s also packed with inspiring, insightful advice.

The Glass of Fashion by Cecil Beaton
Originally published in 1954, fashion photographer Cecil Beaton’s The Glass of Fashion is an alluring collection of vignettes of the personalities who inspired fashion during the 40s and 50s. The book is illustrated with Beaton’s line drawings and includes witty profiles on everyone from Chanel and Balenciaga to Beaton’s own aunt.

The Little Dictionary of Fashion: A Guide to Dress Sense for Every Woman by Christian Dior
The Little Dictionary of Fashion is your guide on how to be chic, as written by Christian Dior. From how to walk with grace to how to tie a scarf perfectly, Dior’s words of advice are truly charming and timeless.

Marc Jacobs (Memoirs) by Bridget Foley
This small but chic book covers Marc Jacobs’ early career, from his education at Parsons to the beginning of his Marc by Marc line. Marc Jacobs (Memoirs) reveals the ironies and awkwardness that inspire the man behind the fashion.

Elsa Schiaparelli’s fascinating biography is full of incredible stories. From her raising an army of local women to help her knit her first sweater for her fashion line, to her interactions with Salvador Dali. Amazing life story of the spectacularly individual fashion designer.

Must-read books about style and high fashion allow every fashionista to feel a bit closer to the history of fashion.