A few months ago, I won Amy's blogiversary giveaway (from her old blog). Among all the amazing goodies was a book called 'The Meaning of Sunglasses', by Hadley Freeman and it's a fantastic book.
As you all probably know, I love reading. For me, nothing compares to sitting wrapped up in blankets, and reading a good book, with my music blaring. And between all my Dickens' and Salingers, I do enjoy reading the odd fashion based book as a guilty pleasure.
I really am loving this book. It's really witty and quite funny as well. Definitely an entertaining read, full of tips on all topics, such as wearing shorts and information about menswear on women.
The book definitely doesn't take itself seriously, and clearly states that it isn't a guide book that offers advice, but just a general guide to meanings of trends.
I love how the book starts off by mentioning the importance of accessories, and how fashion isn't just about clothes anymore. It is pretty hilarious. It explains how buying the occassional expensive handbag is more than just about wanting it: it's about letting the owrld know that you can splurge.
The book spends a few pages on each trend/topic and explains how it came to be and general opinions on it all.
This book is definitely worth a read and is guaranteed to make you laugh. I haven't finished it yet, but hope to really soon.
Sherin xx
As you all probably know, I love reading. For me, nothing compares to sitting wrapped up in blankets, and reading a good book, with my music blaring. And between all my Dickens' and Salingers, I do enjoy reading the odd fashion based book as a guilty pleasure.
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I really am loving this book. It's really witty and quite funny as well. Definitely an entertaining read, full of tips on all topics, such as wearing shorts and information about menswear on women.
The book definitely doesn't take itself seriously, and clearly states that it isn't a guide book that offers advice, but just a general guide to meanings of trends.
I love how the book starts off by mentioning the importance of accessories, and how fashion isn't just about clothes anymore. It is pretty hilarious. It explains how buying the occassional expensive handbag is more than just about wanting it: it's about letting the owrld know that you can splurge.
The book spends a few pages on each trend/topic and explains how it came to be and general opinions on it all.
This book is definitely worth a read and is guaranteed to make you laugh. I haven't finished it yet, but hope to really soon.
Sherin xx
21 comments:
thanks for writing about this book...I so am going to purchase this it seems like a great read!
I'm so glad you enjoyed it - Hadley Freeman is essentially who I aspire to be, haha :)
It sounds like a good book. I may even order it. :)
congrats on the win - i love anything hedly freeman does, it sounds fab
Seems like a great beach read!
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Fashezine
Sounds like a good book.. I've been thinking about whats to read next..
Lee x
Fantastic review, Sherin! I definitely need to check this book out. :)
sounds like a good book!
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Sounds like a great read! I'll have to pick it up I think. Like you, I do like the odd girlie/fashion book in addition to the more serious stuff.
another book for my reading list!
Must check this out... just recently got a kindle so I'm itching to find some new reads... any recs? xx
definitely gonna check out this book!:)
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I love reading too, there's nothing better than relaxing with a good book. This one does sound funny so I'll keep an eye out for it. I've not read any fashion books so I probably should start, haha! I hope you have a good weekend too. xxx
Ooh, this sounds like a good one, thanks for the review! I have been reading 'Parisian Chic' by Ines de la Fressange, which is quite light hearted and fun. I love it when fashion authors don't take themselves too seriously, the book becomes much more accessible! x
thanks for your comment darling! amazing post!
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I like a light read. Too often books are way too serious!
That looks like a fun read, it would be really lovely to read on holiday and probably quite easy to relate to, too!
Sounds really good, definitely my sort of book.
ah sounds so fun! ha it is TOTALLY true fashion is practically all about the accessories now! ;)
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sounds so much fun sherin.. it's in my what-to-read list now..
xo
I love reading too. This books sounds great! I wish I had more time to read all the books I'm interested in!
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