9 Jun 2011

Book - Ava's Menswear

Matching books to your bedsheets is very "now". The Oscar Wilde quote sets the book up nicely.
The importance of menswear in womenswear.
Counter-culture dressing, social trends and tribes and their uniformity.
American Tailoring and dressing for success.
This made memories of my mum doing my tie before school, I hated it but now it's the opposite.
Street style and photography culture
Wise words there Honor

I received a tweet a couple of days ago that I piece I wrote for one of my tutors at uni had actually been published. In fact it was Clare of Tweet who sent me a picture message of the 2-page spread while she was at Graduate Fashion week, the book is on display there. So myself and Clare are now officially both published authors! I haven't been able to get my hands on the book as yet but the publisher Ava contacted me and said that while I was waiting for a copy they would wizz over a copy of the latest edition of the "Basics" series. More specifically Fashion Design 07: Menswear.

The book is a nicely put together A-Z of menswear, its influences on modern culture and how we portray ourselves today. A lot of the subjects covered may seem obviously but to a newcomer to fashion it would be great place to start, to swat up on styles, trends and designers. For the more advanced it acts as a further insight into influential icons, people behind the brands and menswear DOs and DON'Ts. As well as that there are interviews with contemporary brands such as Heritage Research and denim expert Philip Goss. I haven't properly read it all yet but it's a nice coffee table book, with some really cool images to flick through.

I'm pretty excited that I something I have written has been published and as soon as I get hold of a copy I'll be sure to show you all.

18 comments:

  1. Ah!! Well done!
    I have a couple of these books for womenswear, including Construction. It is so good. So simple to read and all the images are modern and up to date on graduates work. I love these books.
    So great that you got something published! Will be waiting for your next post!

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  2. that book does look REALLY well put together, it's seems right up your alley too!

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  3. Anonymous15:07

    Haha! I really got a kick out of the book matching your sheets then :)

    ▲ WOLF WHISTLE ▲

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  4. Have a SUPER weekend !

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  5. Looks brilliant, congratulations. So sorry you couldnt make it. Would have been lovely to meet you. It was lovely to see Clare again. Thank You for your lovely GFW comments. Xxxx

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  6. carelessness in dressing is moral suicide. a lot more should echo this. can't wait to see your published work. congrats.

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  7. A big congratulations!! That is actually amazing!

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  8. Anonymous19:39

    The book looks like a fantastic read and the layout is especially eye catching. Also what a coincidence that it matches your duvet to a t! Congratulations on being published also! Such an achievement, you're going to do well! Will be interested to see it.

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  9. Definitely show us! I'm such a voyeur when it comes to other people's writing success. :) Well done, you should give yourself a big ol' pat on the back.

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  10. wow, congratulations, this is pretty amazing!

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  11. Congratulations!! The book looks really good, I love that sort of thing

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  12. What a fantastic book! Well done for being published - that's an amazing feat!

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  13. Love the book, its SO you! Looking forward seeing your published work, congratulations!

    To answer your recent comment, the tunnel is at Waterloo, go to the Lower Marsh, which is a must-see and 5mins walk away. Reside at Camel and Artichoke pub to fill yourself with their delicious food, the burger is the best! When you're sastified and ready to go, turn left as you exit the pub and continue walking along the Lower Marsh for few mins. The tunnel is just there on your right. It is right under the railway bridge.

    You will definitely love it.

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  14. Congrats on getting your work published thats great news!!! Book looks ace x

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  15. Fabulous post!! I really like that book! thanks for sharing! I'm following!

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  16. Aww cool that looks like a really fab book, I think a lot of people forget that T -shirts and things were only worn under clothing and the likes of James Dean made it outer wear. Men's fashion has had a huge impact on women's, it sad that people don't realise that. Anyway hope your well, and you had a great weekend x

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  17. Congratulations! Looking forward to seeing it.

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