Understated elegance and luxury, technologically advanced fabrics and sublime originality of design are all hallmarks of the House of Prada. In this miniature monograph, Laia Farran Graves documents the history and heritage of the brand, from the company’s origins as a leather-goods manufacturer to the global fashion empire created by>
Put on your running shoes – it’s time to hit the road, the trails and the great outdoors. In this comprehensive runner’s companion, you’ll find 50 of the world’s greatest running routes – from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross-country trails and challenging ultras – plus a further>
Discover fashion that dared to be different, risked reputations and put careers in jeopardy. This is what happens when people take tradition and rip it up. FashionQuake introduces 50 pivotal moments that shook the world and changed mainstream fashion forever, telling the fascinating stories behind each piece’s creation, reception and>
An introduction to everything you need to enhance your life through aromatherapy. The Little Book of Aromatherapy demonstrates how each essential oil works, what it can be used for, and when to consult a professional. This mini manual covers ways of blending oils for special purposes and shows which essences>
The Little Book of Crystals is an inspiring introduction to everything you need to know to enhance your life using crystals. Whether you are hoping to harness the healing power of crystals for the first time, or have been collecting crystals from your local practitioner for some time, this portable>
Discover films that dared to be different, risked reputations and put careers in jeopardy. This is what happens when filmmakers take tradition and rip it up. FilmQuake introduces 50 movies that shook the cinematic world, telling the fascinating stories behind their creation, reception and legacy. From unbelievable developments in technology>
The Fifty Places to Practice Yoga Before You Die by Chris Santella & Diana Helmuth The author of the bestselling Fifty Places series returns with a collection of the most meditative and relaxing locales for every type of yoga practice Fifty Places to Practice Yoga Before You Die is the>
One of the oldest Italian fashion brands in existence today, Gucci was founded in Florence in 1921. Guccio Gucci established his company with the goal of creating opulent luggage for Italy’s wealthy and fashionable upper-classes. With the signature Gucci print of dark brown diamonds on a tan background, interlocking G>
“I’ve paged through stacks of books on the history of watches. . . . But I hadn’t come across a book that actually moved me until I picked up A Man and His Watch. The volume is filled with heartfelt stories.” ?T: The New York Times Style Magazine Paul Newman>
A showcase of ground-breaking photography of fashion magazines over the last century Acclaimed photography critic Vince Aletti has selected 100 significant magazine issues from his expansive personal archive, revealing images by photographers rarely seen outside their original context. With his characteristic élan and featuring stunning images, Aletti has created a>
Originating from the highly acclaimed and groundbreaking three-volume Phaidon Design Classics, this new book presents 1,000 of the world’s greatest objects in one large-format volume – from everyday items by anonymous creators to lauded pieces by the likes of Charles and Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Dieter Rams, Richard Sapper, Hans>
This monograph on Coco Chanel chronicles the life and legacy of one of history’s most influential couturiers. From her early days of millinery, through her revolutionary inventions in sportswear and jersey fashions for women, the classics that have made her name, such as the Chanel cardigan jacket and the little>
Birth Like a Man is a field guide for future fathers or non-birthing partners. This pocket-sized book is filled with tips, reminders and summaries to help you support your partner’s pregnancy process; from helping with morning sickness, setting up a birth plan, going out for the first time or changing>
A fascinating insight into the strange world of collectors of the macabre, Morbid Curiosities features 18 unique collections and an extensive interview with each collector, explaining how and why they collect, and showcasing the most remarkable pieces from each collection. The collections include skulls, mummified body parts, taxidermy, occult objects>
The internationally acclaimed event producer shows his ideas and inspiration for ultimate and intimate celebrations What defines a truly great party? Most of all: generosity of spirit. In his first book, Bronson van Wyck, the man Vogue called 'The Wizard of Oz of New York party planning,' distills the essential>
Today’s discerning traveller is looking not merely for luxury but for a unique experience. But in this age of low-cost flights and easy travel, how do you avoid the crowds and find the hidden gems? Not via sponsored search results or thousands of indistinguishable reviews, that’s for sure. What you>
As we face a world that is undergoing unparalleled change, no area is more dynamic than business. To help us understand, navigate and succeed in this new world, the team at Monocle brings together its unique knowledge of culture, politics, economics, and business. Featuring stories of people running enterprises on>
Jazz up your card games with the top talent of four fantastic music genres: Hearts – Pop Spades – Rock ’n’ Roll Diamonds – Folk & Country Clubs – Soul, Blues & R&B Includes 52 playing cards featuring illustrations of all the big names – including Madonna and Prince in>
The Designer Says will resemble a dinner party, with a graphic designer from the eighteenth century sitting next to one practicing today, or two contemporary designers talk to each other, complimenting, competing, disagreeing, Occasionally, a critic will add his or her two cents to the mix. About the author Sara>
The Mystic Mondays Tarot: A Deck for the Modern Mystic by Grace Duong Mystic Mondays provides you with a stunning tarot deck that is vibrant, beautifully illustrated, and ready to help you connect to your intuition. Includes 78 brightly designed cards with hardcover guidebook: This deluxe tarot deck offers fresh interpretations>
This adult coloring book taps into the minor stresses of daily life with humor as relatable as it is hilarious. Even at the best of times, daily life can get kind of annoying. And home may be where the heart is, as they say, but it's also where the little>
Over 1,000 food experts and aficionados from around the world reveal their insider tips on finding a perfect slice of pizza From the publishers of the bestselling Where Chefs Eat comes the next food-guide sensation on the most popular dish - pizza! The world over, people want the inside scoop>
The The Astrology Deck: Your Guide to the Meanings and Myths of the Cosmos by Lisa Stardust An enchanting and fun-to-use deck packed with all the secrets of astrology. This luminous 70-card deck is filled with fascinating information on zodiac signs, planets, asteroids, eclipses, and more. Users will discover how celestial>
Discover art that dared to be different, risked reputations and put careers in jeopardy. This is what happens when artists take tradition and rip it up. ArtQuake tells the stories of 50 pivotal works that shook the world, telling the fascinating stories behind their creation, reception and legacy. The books>
The How to Wear Socks by John Jannuzzi A giftable illustrated guide to wearing socks, packed with history, upkeep and maintenance tips, and style advice Socks, a bare necessity in anyone’s wardrobe, are often a one-and-done, wear-it-if-it’s-clean kind of garment. You put them on, pull them up, and go about>
The The Men's fashion book by Phaidon Editors by Phaidon 'Is this the chicest coffee-table book ever printed? Quite possibly.' - Financial Times, How To Spend It The first-ever authoritative A-Z celebration of the 500 greatest names in men's fashion - 200 years of men's style through the work of designers,>
Today’s discerning traveller is looking not merely for luxury but for a unique experience. But in this age of low-cost flights and easy travel, how do you avoid the crowds and find the hidden gems? Not via sponsored search results or thousands of indistinguishable reviews, that’s for sure. What you>
The Little Book of Meditation is a simple introduction to the practice of meditation. This fascinating and uplifting book shows how meditation benefits mental and physical health, aids the development of psychic ability and can even enhance a religious experience. Whether you want to learn about chakra healing, crystals, totem>
Brighten up your card games with the top talent of four awesome art movements: Hearts – Pop art. Clubs – Impressionism/Post-Impressionism. Spades – Abstract Expressionism. Diamonds – Surrealism. Includes 52 playing cards featuring illustrations of all the big names in the art world – including Lichtenstein and Hockney in Pop>
Mankind has plied the waves of the ocean since the dawn of recorded time, seeking sustenance, riches and adventure. "Fifty Places To Sail Before You Die" maps out some of the world's great sailing venues, as shared by both champion racers and celebrated adventurers. Venues range from clubby New England>
This book serves as an artful and loving reminder: it's OK to put yourself first.We know self-care is important—after all, if we want to take care of others, we must first take care of ourselves—but what does that actually mean? You Are Your Best Friend offers thoughtful tips for navigating the inevitable>
Houseplants have the power to transform any room. With their lush foliage and structural beauty, they help create indoor oases that bring a sense of tranquility to our busy lives. Fostering a connection to plants has many positive implications for us and our environment by strengthening our relationship with the>
The Louis Vuitton: Extraordinary Voyages by Francisca Matteoli A beautifully illustrated journey through the history of travel—and traveling in style—from one of the world’s preeminent fashion brands The mid-19th and early 20th centuries heralded new means of transport and equipment and, with them, new and original ways of exploring the>
The Living by the Ocean: Contemporary Houses by the Sea by Phaidon Editors An exhilarating collection of today’s most remarkable homes built in awe-inspiring coastal locations around the world White-sand beaches, jaw-droppingly sheer cliff faces, and secret coves are just some of the stunning sites of the architect-designed contemporary houses>
Here at last is the stress-reducing colouring book that lets adults of all ages colour their way through the funny and true annoyances of everyday life.From trying to assemble flat pack furniture to clearing an office paper jam, juggling remote controls, dropping contact lenses on the bathroom floor, and nudging>
Geek art is the new pop art Characters from comics, movies, TV shows, and video games are a part of the collective imagination forever, so it’s only natural that artists would begin integrating them into their work, giving birth to a new artistic movement: GEEK-ART. In Total Geek Art, the work>
Fashion is about the body. The first book to reflect this truism, The Anatomy of Fashion is the ultimate guide to how we dress, why we look the way we do and how this has changed over time. One of the world's leading fashion commentators, Colin McDowell, breaks fashion down>
An introduction to everything you need to enhance your life by means of detox. Although it may be small in size, the Little Book of Detox punches well above its weight. For those who want to understand the way the body reacts to good and bad foods, this book will>
If there's anything architects like doing more than designing buildings, it's talking about architecture. Whether musing about their inspirations (a blank sheet of paper, the sun hitting the side of a building), expanding on each other's thoughts (on materials, collaboration, clients, and constraints), or dishing out a clever quip, architects>
Masters of Cinema Series by Bill Krohn is a comprehensive study of the life and work of one of the most iconic directors in cinema history. This book delves into the key themes and techniques that define Hitchcock's films, from his use of suspense and the MacGuffin to his exploration of>
The Gardener Says invites readers to a festive garden party where guests ranging from Gertrude Jekyll and Henry David Thoreau, to Michelle Obama and Michael Pollan share their insights and words of inspiration. Ranging from the humorous to the poignant, these quotes from gardeners, poets, philosophers, and landscape designers highlight>
Following the success of The Monocle Book of Japan, Monocle’s latest book is a celebration of all things Italian. Few countries pack a punch like Italy – energetic, enigmatic and effortlessly cool, it’s a country of chic beach clubs, tradition-steeped hilltop towns and cities full of soul. Its cuisine is>
“…an extensive insight into the opulent world of the Pucci family, where art, fashion and history come together in the label’s iconic kaleidoscopic prints.” - Dazed Digital Featuring hundreds of photographs, drawings, and candid shots from the archive of the Emilio Pucci Foundation, this XL tome captures the breathtaking elegance>
Colorful, cute, and intricately detailed in daylight, fun & quirky under blacklight! What is Soft Opening? An unconventional children's book about Walter, the cuddly wombat and his friendly ensemble that we filled with literally tons of tiny details, hidden references and interesting backstories to engage and entertain kids and grown-ups>
In the ninth addition to his bestselling “Fifty Places” series, author Chris Santella is back at it again, this time exploring the world on bikes with Fifty Places to Bike Before You Die. Biking has grown increasingly popular in recent years, as both a leisure and extreme exercise activity and>
The Pretty Powerful by Bobbi Brown is a beauty and self-help book that aims to empower women by enhancing their natural beauty. Bobbi Brown, a renowned makeup artist, shares her tips and tricks for achieving a flawless makeup look while also focusing on inner beauty and self-confidence. The book includes>
The At Home with Fragrance: Creating Modern Scents for Your Space by Kristen Pumphrey & Tom Neuberger Bestselling brand P.F. Candle Co. offers a modern, “so-easy-you-will-be-tempted-to-try-it” introduction to enhancing your home with fragrance and making your own custom scents and candles Candles have evolved in both function and style over>
What is the most unforgettable place you’ve ever taken a refreshing sip of a cold beer? In Fifty Places to Drink Beer Before You Die, Chris Santella explores the best destinations to crack open a cold one, reflect on the day, and take in the scenery. The book features the world’s>
