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The Pocket Stylist: Behind-the-Scenes Expertise from a Fashion Pro on Creating Your Own Look

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In the sea of so called 'fashion experts', Farr is a real standout. Her approach to style differs greatly in that it instructs women how to honestly assess their wardrobes and logically pinpoint their individual body type. She clarifies how to flatter any figure (including plus sizes), incorporate trends and individual style, mix and match pieces, shop on a budget and avoid falling victim to common fashion mishaps. The book isn't limited to just clothing - bras, stockings accessories and tips from beauty experts are also thoroughly covered. Best of all there are pages and pages of tips, places to shop and stylist secret weapons that even the most fashion savvy girl probably doesn't know. My favorite section of the book is 'Your Tailor is Your Best Friend' which details everything from having a garment fit to having a piece custom made. Unlike other guides I have read, this book is written without condescension and truly aims to make all women feel beautiful and stylish. This book is not only an incredibly useful tool but is also a great read. Farr writes with humor and gives the reader a number of hilarious personal, real women and celebrity anecdotes.
This is without a doubt the fashion guide to buy. I have given a few copies as gifts and my friends loved it too.

I don't have anything to add to the positive reviews that have already been posted. Suffice it to say that this book lives up to its promise. I have been buying lots of book on fashion, but this is the book I refer to over and over. Whatever your personal style--trendy, romantic, classic, sexy--this book is pertinent for you. This is a refreshing change from other books, which I feel try to steer you toward one basic style or another. Farr gives you basic principles so that you can choose tasteful, flattering clothes no matter what your preference. I could see a teenager using this book or a senior citizen!

I now understand how celebrities look so good in their clothes. Her writing is clear and to the point, and specific without being confining.

This book is the perfect guide for learning to make the best of what God gave you. I used to get so frustrated trying on clothes in department stores because nothing fit right...well duh! The author makes it totally clear that this is usually the case. There are excellent tips on how to utilize a tailor affordably and where the best places to shop are. The only downside of this book is that it doesn't include what items you can mix and match to optimize your wardrobe. I definately would recommend it to anyone. I paired it with the Lucky Shopping Manual and now I'm on a roll!

I'm a forty-six year old woman returning to the work world. This book has saved me a lot of time and a lot of money.

Ms. Farr is very specific in her recommendations. She lists brand names, stores and catalogs and what they have to offer women of each size and shape. Even shoes are judged based on their ability to flatter a particular body type.

The Pocket Stylist really does reveal insider secrets. (The clothes on catalog models will NEVER look the same to me.)

Thanks to The Pocket Stylist I will never again waste money on clothes that don't flatter me. The book IS my clothes shopping list.

I've just received my copy of this book and, while I haven't read it from cover to cover just yet, I have had a chance to read the first couple of chapters and skim the rest. My initial conclusion is that this is going to be a useful and timeless book for anyone who cares enough to read about fashion without many pictures to help you visualize. However, that doesn't mean it's not without its faults. Mainly, I had issues with some of the "fashion vocabulary" (what exactly IS "roushing" anyway?). At the very least, the book needs a glossary. If it had pictures to go along with the definitions, this book would be perfect. At this point, this is my only complaint. The information contained in the book is very useful otherwise.

Farr zeroes in on what's probably the most important truth in fashion: Understand your silhouette and which shapes flatter it, and the rest is really pretty easy. I've bought several books on fashion, but this is probably the best. If you buy this book and back it up with one of Leah Feldon's, you're covered!

The Pocket Stylist is one of the few fashion books I've found that lives up to its promise. It steers clear of the personal and lifestyle advice usually offered under the guise of fashion and provides a thorough guide to the little things that make you look better.

Ms. Farr offers simple clothing and makeup advice, but the real (and perhaps fleeting) strength of this book is its wealth of wardrobe care and planning resources. She names names and provides phone numbers.

This is not a glamorous book- despite its chic little illustrations. But its tips are the underpinning that can keep you looking elegant yourself.

Okay, I admit it I have all of these kinds of books. You know what I mean, the ones that promise you will look fabulous and pulled together if you just follow their advice. Well, this is the BEST of the bunch. The recommendations are specific without being "brandy" or impossible shapes to find in less expensive lines, she covers real body sizes with realistic proportions. (Nice because how many of us are model thin- or even want to be!), and she includes beauty and hair tips from some of the best in the business. Also, and this was genius on somebody's part, the book is small enough to actually bring with you on shopping tours so you can get the right thing the first time instead of the almost right wrong!

Empowered by the Ms Farr's words, I began my "make over" by liberating my closet. Her words echoing in my head, I found how easy it was to assess what looked good and what needed to be tossed. My next task was to find an outfit for a wedding. I can't thank Ms. Farr enough for her guidance. In under an hour, I was able to complete my purchases and return home a sane woman. I hate to shop, but with the Pocket Stylist in hand, I found the style that fit my body type and looked good without having to try on a hundred different outfits to find the "one." Thank you for creating a guide to help women everywhere, turn shopping nightmares into pleasurable experiences!

The Pocket Stylist is a great resource for women who spend hours in dressing rooms only to reappear empty handed and frazzled. I took Farr's advice to heart and learned alot about the styles that make sense for my body type. I also learned how to find the right fit the first time. I've started to reassess my closet and after reading the book, feel empowered to make better fashion choices. This book is a great tool for women of every age and body type. It would make a great gift for a friend, family member or for yourself!