Book Review: Talking Fashion

I read a quite a few fashion books. I've said this numerous times, but fashion books in general are my favourite genre - if it is a genre. I've read many over the years, but a few weeks back I picked up the book 'Talking Fashion' by Jan Kedves from the library, and I'm so glad I did.

This book was different to most books about the intriguing world of fashion. Most other books are either 'what to wear' kinda books, or hardcore history of couture books, either of which can be tedious. The concept of this book was basically interview after interview. It includes interviews with Raf Simons (being the most famous) to fashion illustrators, photographers - the lot.

Because it consisted of interviews and interviews only, it was written (obviously) in a completely conversational matter. Not everyone's cup of tea, but I personally found it very refreshing. Easy to read, and not mind-clogging at all. Casual and relaxing - something very new to the world of fashion literature.

Raf Simons was probably the most famous person who was interviewed in this book.

The pictures were also very well chosen and placed. Each relevant to the current subject the interviewee is talking about. Good quality with suiting captions, the pictures were un-faultable. 

If you, like myself, are an avid fashion reader, I recommend this book to you. It's oh so easy to read, and not at all tedious. Also, its very new and up to date. You can pick this book up for around £13.50 on Amazon UK. Its definitely worth the read. 

March Favourites

Been loving this gorgeous pair of sunglasses that I picked up for a steal at Primark for £2! They're a lovely spin on the classic cat-eye with a subtle point and purple lenses. The frame itself is black in this lovely matte finish. They came with a case, and are UV protected. A great bargain!




Another Primark purchase were these Jelly shoes. I've loved Jelly shoes my entire life, as I had purple glittery ones when I was younger. I had wanted a pair for years and only now have they come into Primark. With my large feet, these were a bit of a snug fit but were the biggest size available. Nonetheless for £4, I'm going to get a lot of summer wear out of these.

I'm a massive satchel lover and this is my second! This is a mini one (around the size of A4) which I found in great condition in a local charity shop for just £5! This was a great bargain as original leather satchels can be very expensive, and don't get me started on the new ones! Overall, very chuffed with this lucky find