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Wenlan Chia, creator of the acclaimed fashion line Twinkle by Wenlan, is famous for knitting bold, chunky yarn into delicate, feminine designs. The look is at once whimsical and hip, classic and trendy; in short, Wenlan’s knits are like nothing you’ve seen before. Now, she shares her patterns and her secrets with knitters everywhere.

Twinkle’s Big City Knits is a collection of 31 of Twinkle’s greatest hits that knitters can finally make at home. From a mohair shrug embellished with ribbon and braids to a wrap vest with a plunging V-neck, every design in Twinkle’s Big City Knits puts an innovative, spin on classic knitwear and styles. Here are patterns for all of Twinkle’s hottest pieces: the bestselling seed-stitch Twinkle Hoodie, the cropped and flirty Best Friend Cardigan, the effortlessly trendy Shopping Tunic. For warmer weather, lighter colors and lighter knits reign, so you’ll find the classic sophistication of the Chanel-inspired Coco Jacket in soft pastels, a delicate and feather-soft scarf light enough for spring, as well as the St. Bart’s Mini that could very well be the perfect Little Black Dress. Full-color photographs and clear instructions make it easy to learn new techniques. In addition, Wenlan shares her advice on techniques, choosing yarns, and choosing materials to make knitting with chunky yarn as easy as it looks.

With designs this creative, colors this beautiful, and shapes this modern, you’ll want to make every project in this book—and they all knit up so quickly that you can!

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“Much has been written about fashion, in all its aspects, but i do not think any couturier has ever before attempted to compile a dictionary on the subject.”—from the little dictionary of fashion

Christian Dior reveals the secrets of style in this charming handbook that no woman should be without. An indispensable guide that covers everything from what to wear to a wedding and how to tie a scarf to how to walk with grace, The Little Dictionary of Fashion is full of timeless tips. From afternoon frocks and accessories to traveling and tweed, Dior’s expertise ensures every girl will know the three fundamentals of fashion: simplicity, grooming, and good taste. Published for the Victoria and Albert Museum’s Golden Age of Couture exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of Dior’s “New Look” and illustrated with delightful photographs and drawings, this handbag-sized classic is the perfect gift for style-conscious women.

EXHIBITION SCHEDULE:
Victoria and Albert Museum, London, September 22, 2007–January 6, 2008

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The Broadcast Film Critics Association Awards, commonly known as the Critics’ Choice Awards, is an annual awards show broadcasted by the VH1 television network honoring the year’s finest cinematic achievement. This Armchair Guide chronicles the nominees and winners of Best Action Film, Best Foreign Language Film, Best Documentary, and Best Film Made for TV in 2009. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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The British Academy Film Awards is an annual awards show hosted by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts honoring the top works in film, television, television craft, video games, and forms of animation and the talented individuals behind their creation. This Armchair Guide chronicles the nominees and winners of Outstanding British Film, Best Film Not in the English Language, and Best Production Design in 2010. Remember to silence your cell phones, and enjoy the read.

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While most of today’s fashion is designed with mass market potential, haute couture designers showcase their individual designers for one piece at a time. Based on the French royal court fashion, haute couture has come to represent exclusive fashion designs.

This book looks at the fashion culture at the turn of the 20th century, the fashion and social influences on haute couture and designers who are known best for haute couture design.

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Coco Gabrielle Chanel was born on August 19, 1883, in Saumur, France. Her childhood was difficult. She was placed in an orphanage by her father after her mother’s death. She was raised by nuns who taught her how to sew. Her nickname came from another occupation. During her brief career as a singer, Chanel performed in clubs where she was called “Coco.” Some say that the name comes from one of the songs she used to sing. Around the age of 20, Chanel became involved with Etienne Balsan who offered to help her start a millinery business in Paris. She soon left him for one of his even wealthier friends, Arthur “Boy” Capel. Both men were instrumental in Chanel’s first fashion venture. Opening her first shop on Paris’s Rue Cambon in 1910, Chanel started out selling hats. She later added stores in Deauville and Biarritz and began making clothes. With her trademark suits and little black dresses, Coco Chanel created timeless designs that are still popular today. For Chanel who once said, “luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury”, she became a style icon known for her simple yet sophisticated outfits paired with great accessories (such as several strands of pearls).
The book takes a look at the extraordinary life that Coco led. She never married but was linked to a few powerful men who helped her start her business which eventually became a huge fashion house.

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An introduction to the fashion world and biographies, styles and impact of the most famous French designers. Along with general information about Fashion Week and the essential elements of design styles.

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Gabrielle Coco Chanel is the creator of world famous fashion house of Chanel. She started her career by making hats but quickly added clothing to her portfolio. Today, Chanel is owned by Alain and Gerard Wertheimer and has Karl Lagerfeld as the head designer and creative director. The book also discusses the spokesmodels mainly for Chanel No. 5 and Coco Mademoiselle. Spokespersons include Catherine Deneuve, Nicole Kidman, Audrey Tautou, Keira Knightley, and Marilyn Monroe.

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