fashion

This book is very funny. I love looking at all the photos, and find their suggestions interesting. It cracks me up to see one looking at the other in their "don't" outfits. My mild criticism: 1.) some bits are trendy; I mean, let's face it: the dress worn over pants style is over. 2.) they left out a lot of occasions I wanted to see, like a christening, a funeral. (Does this sound strange to you? Seeing Patty Davis' debacle of an outfit at her father's funeral made me think it. 3.) The source index leaves room for improvement. I would like more specific info on the clothing and accessories pictured. Which leads me to 4.) Most of their clothing and shoes are too expensive for most folk. Manolos, Kelly bags. Come on. I'm not buying $500 shoes and $5,000 handbags, and no one is giving them to me -- so please offer a nice alternative. I am not so into fashion, nor do I have the time, to track these things down myself. That's why I buy books like this. 5.) Lastly, I live in a warm climate. Tweeds, jackets, long skirts and tall boots are, for the most part, not a part of my wardrobe. I would love to see a couple more outfits beyond what they show. And finally, a random comment: Trinny, please cut your toenails. Overall, I like this book more than the first, it's enjoyable.

just as nice as the first, yet some things suggested are too "fashion fad" and will not seem as edgy and great looking down the road... i recommend " color me beautiful" for the real "how to's"

Where Trinny and Susannah's first book focused on body traits and how to disguise them or flaunt them with your wardrobe, this book focuses on what not to wear for different occasions.

The book is broken down by occasion (e.g., first job interviews, back-to-work interviews, winter holidays, summer weddings) and then by type: smart, casual, or trendy. As with the first book, there are great photos, with the no-nos on the left and the yes, pleases! on the right. The book is not intended to be a book of strict rules, but rather a collection of guidelines you can adapt to your own style, age, and body type. Each photo also comes with a "What This Says about You" caption, which may be what people REALLY think when you wear white to a wedding. The photos also give readers interesting ideas on what can be worn, what can go together, and what's appropriate. As with the first book, this book also has a "where to shop" guide, as well as general guidelines for occasions (e.g., what to bathe in before an interview to make yourself alert).

Overall, this book gives a bunch of useful tips and interesting ideas. It is a fun, enjoyable read, and one that can be picked up more than once. If you combine this book with the duo's first, you will never be caught wearing the wrong thing for your body type or for any occasion!