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The iconic bags, the instantly recognizable packaging, the celebrity fans – Hèrmes is the last word in luxurious accessories.Through the generations, Hermès created innovative and exquisite accessories for the most glamorous customers. From their nineteenth-century saddlery workshop to 1960s Paris and beyond, Hermès has graced the arms and wardrobes of style icons from Grace Kelly and Jane Birkin to Victoria Beckham and Kim Kardashian. The Little Book of Hermès tells the story of the evolution of the House of Hermès, through beautiful illustrations of the most coveted items and authoritative text by fashion historian Karen Homer.
The beauty of the beach, surrounded by the unique lifestyle of beachgoers, complemented by special stories and extraordinary photos. The beach: this is always the place where we would most like to be. The view of the sea. The sound of the waves. The smell of salt water. This illustrated book portrays the beach as a place of longing, with brilliant photos and entertaining stories: How Coco Chanel invented the summer tan, how the special light on the coast inspired artists like Picasso, of the beauty of deserted beaches, of exclusive dream domiciles, of the iconography of the surfer and of the longest wave ride of all time. Beach villas and dream beaches are shown in exclusive portraits. Text in English and German.
An indispensable atlas of the best cocktail recipes, each fully photographed, for classic and modern drinks, whether shaken, stirred, up, or on the rocks. How do you create the perfect daiquiri? In what type of glass should you serve a whiskey sour? What exactly is an aperitif cocktail? A compendium for both home and professional bartenders, The Essential Cocktail Book answers all of these questions and more through recipes, lore, and techniques for 150 drinks, both modern and classic.
A New York Times bestseller. Sake began with a grain of rice. Scotch emerged from barley, tequila from agave, rum from sugarcane, and bourbon from corn. Thirsty yet? In The Drunken Botanist, Amy Stewart explores the dizzying array of herbs, flowers, trees, fruits, and fungi that humans have, through ingenuity, inspiration, and sheer desperation, contrived to transform into alcohol over the centuries. Of all the extraordinary and obscure plants that have been fermented and distilled, few are dangerous, some are downright bizarre, and one is as ancient as dinosaurs—but each represents a unique cultural contribution to our global drinking traditions and our history. This fascinating concoction of biology, chemistry, history, etymology, and mixology—with more than fifty drink recipes and growing tips for gardeners—will make you the most popular guest at any cocktail party.
Whether a rescue or a show dog, a pedigree or a mutt, you can't help falling in love with Randal Ford's dog portraits, as each evokes the unparalleled bond we feel for our greatest companions.Randal Ford now focuses his portraiture lens on the one species that has been by our side for millennia: our best friend. Good Dog captures the warmth, humor, and unconditional love that is at the heart of every dog. From mutts beaming with charisma and charm to show dogs exuding grace and elegance, Ford's 150 dog portraits bring out the dog lover in all of us.With a compelling essay by W. Bruce Cameron, this warm, tender, playful, and heartfelt collection of dog portraits gives us a beautiful look into the lives of our most cherished companions.
Sir Winston Churchill, statesman, orator, and former Prime Minister was a man whose words gave hope and inspiration to the British people, and many are as relevant today as they were during the war years. Churchill's speeches were not always confined to serious political rhetoric and motivation: His off-the-cuff quips and comments displayed a wry wit and humor. Churchill Wit and Wisdom is a celebration of this outstanding figure in British history, presented in 200 photographs hand-picked from the vast archives of the Press Association, it covers the major events in Churchill's life: From his birth and early days at Blenheim Palace to his marriage and the birth of his children; his service in the army, war correspondence and role as First Lord of the Admiralty, and appointment as Chancellor the Exchequer, his formation of the government as wartime Prime Minister and the political and cabinet posts held during almost 50 years, his career as a historian and author and his hobby as a sensitive artist, in addition to the many honors bestowed upon him, his decline, retirement, and death at the age of 90 and the state funeral granted to him by the Queen.
On the heels of the bestselling bucket list comes a new entry into the series focused on family-friendly trips, getaways, escapes, and adventures that go beyond the tried and true. With options for exciting trips and anything but ordinary journeys, the vast choice of experiences showcased in this volume is curated to appeal to all types of families and people of all ages, from visiting a “hobbit roundhouse” in Cornwall, England, or shopping the docks for lobster in Portland, Maine, to birdspotting along the Panama Canal or partaking of hundreds of activities at the Florida State Fair.
This richly illustrated entry in the stylish series tells the story of groundbreaking designer Christian Dior and the fashion house he founded.Christian Dior's spectacular rise to the upper echelons of Parisian haute couture is one of the most compelling stories of twentieth-century fashion. An art gallerist with a contemporary vision, Dior's debut collection invented the "new look" silhouette and revolutionized the way women dressed, shopped, and saw themselves. The House of Dior's unique style blended the traditional, artisanal skills of the French fashion house―tailoring and intricate embellishment―with a modern sensibility. Dior himself helmed the company for only a decade, but it has flourished under the creative direction of some of the most storied names in fashion. Currently, Maria Grazia Chiuri steers the brand as it stays true to its identity―of opulence, femininity, drama, and what Christian Dior called "the complete look," from garments to perfume and shoes. Little Book of Dior tells the story of Christian Dior's early life, the brand's inception, the triumphs of the couture collections on the catwalk and the red carpet, and the brand's journey after the death of its founder.
Exquisite, timeless, and enduring, Rolex is one of the most recognizable and sought-after luxury watch brands in the world. Established in 1905, the British-founded Swiss designer and manufacturer, Rolex, revolutionized the watchmaking industry with ground-breaking and innovative designs that continue to dominate worldwide. From the Oyster and Explorer to the Daytona and Submariner, the Little Book of Rolex tells the complete story of the brand. Packed with stunning images alongside authoritative, fascinating text, this is the perfect book for the myriad fans of the ultimate luxury timepiece and takes the Little Books of Fashion into an exciting new arena of men’s accessories.
The classic bar guide that launched a generation of cocktail lovers is back - completely updated. With its cloth binding evoking a Jazz Age guide to speakeasies and its charming illustrations that could have come from a period magazine, this most influential cocktail book is reissued in a newly updated edition. Spanning the cocktail spectrum from classic to contemporary, it includes all the information the cocktail lover or mixologist needs to create the perfect drink in a stylishly retro package, making it an elegant, sophisticated gift as well as an indispensable companion for home or professional entertaining. With 500 recipes and an easy-to-use index arranged by drink categories, this bar book is replete with fascinating stories behind the genesis of each cocktail, its creators, and component liquors - as well as a guide to bartending equipment and a glossary of bar terms and measurements. Charles Schumann, whose appreciation of design and drinks is legendary, is the ideal guide to the perfect drink. Based on the menus at his iconic establishments - Harry's New York Bar, then Schumann's American Bar, which later became simply Schumann™ bar - each recipe focuses on quality and balance.
In Principles of Pretty Rooms, beloved interior designer Phoebe Howard shares her style secrets for creating truly pretty rooms filled with grace and charm. The design world's favorite Mrs. is back, with tried and true décor "rules" and classic strategies for creating pretty, charming, and timeless interiors. Celebrating warm, welcoming style, each chapter explores the color palettes, fabrics, and special little grace notes that make a room pretty.
The Little Book of Louis Vuitton is the pocket-sized and fully illustrated story of one of the world's most luxurious fashion houses. Louis Vuitton's monogrammed bags have been seen on the arms of celebrities and royals alike for over 150 years. From the young Louis seeking his fortune in Paris through to two world wars, the Great Depression, the Jazz Age and the Swinging Sixties, there is no era in which this most opulent of brands hasn't thrived Detailing the global expansion of Louis Vuitton in the 1980s, the creation of the powerful fashion conglomerate LVMH, and the appointment in 1997 of Marc Jacobs, this is the story of a transformation from luggage company to high-fashion label. Louis Vuitton's continued evolution under the creative direction of Nicolas Ghesquière and Virgil Abloh is also depicted through fabulous images and captivating text.
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