From Heels to Hardcovers: 5 Fashion Reads to Check Out
Damaged Beauty: Joey Superstar by Margaret Gardiner
Released in February and written by former Miss Universe Margaret Gardiner, Damaged Beauty: Joey Superstar is a thrilling novel that takes readers through a journey of scandal, infidelity, plus mental health and relationship crisis all through the lens of protagonist Joey Brinkley, a former model struggling to cope with career challenges and life’s adversities. Take a dive into the modeling industry and explore a glimpse inside the world of fashion and beauty set in the stylish 1980s. A captivating and relatable story pertaining to heartbreak, body image, mental health, and resilience, Gardiner’s new novel is a fascinating read showcasing an ambitious and unlikely heroine who challenges the reader’s emotions through a plot full of unexpected events. For those interested in the world of glamour, human connection, and relationships, the novel is a great and enthralling read. Winning Miss Universe in 1978 at 18 years old, South African born Gardiner is also a model and former fashion editor with the Golden Globes who plans on releasing future Damaged Beauty book series. Until then, enjoy Joey Brinkley and her adventurous spirit.
Available on Amazon here.Follow Margaret Gardiner on Instagram here.
Link to Hollywood Times interview with Margaret Gardiner available here.
2. Barbie (™): The World Tour by Margot Robbie & Andrew Mukamal
Released in March of 2024, Barbie(TM): The World Tour, takes readers to a world of beauty and glamour featuring looks inspired by the iconic Barbie wardrobe and fashion. In collaboration with her stylist, Andrew Mukamal, Margot Robbie fashions beautifully designed vintage looks and other Barbie-inspired pieces. Featuring gorgeous displayed photos with various outfit changes, dresses, swimwear, business wear and more, Robbie looks stunning in every design. This book is perfect for any fashionista or Barbie fan out there, highly recommended.
3. Marilyn Monroe Style by Terri Newman
Written by British Author Terri Newman, Marilyn Monroe Style, takes an inside look at Monroe’s fashion sense during her prime and celebrates her influence on celebrity pop culture. The book also explores Monroe’s simplistic wardrobe off-screen as well as her most famous fashion in film. Released in October of 2024, readers will enjoy the gorgeous spread of photos throughout the book and the historical research Newman provides in each chapter. Featuring a rose gold front color palette, the book is visually stunning and offers an amazing glimpse into vintage fashion and the world of classic cinema. Author Terri Newman has over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry as both a writer and editor.
4. When Women Ran Fifth Avenue: Glamour and Power at the Dawn of American Fashion by Julie Satow
Wonderfully written by award-winning author Julie Satow, the book takes a deep dive into the journey of the roles women played in the arena of fashion. Satow goes into detail pertaining to specific women who successfully helped run the American department store during the 1930s, 40s, and 60s. Well-researched and capturing the essence of the importance of women in business, the book is a fascinating read and showcases historical research on the change and innovation of department stores in New York and across the U.S.
Available on Amazonhere.
5. It's All About The Hair - My Decade With Diana, H.R.H. Princess Of Wales
Released last August, It's All About The Hair takes a look inside Diana’s influence on fashion and culture. Read intimate stories from author Richard Dalton, Diana’s former hairdresser and Renae Plant, curator of The Princess Diana Museum. Readers will enjoy stories ranging from royal fashion to friendship and how Diana’s iconic hairstyles made an impact on the monarchy and pop culture history.
