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Fashion Book Fridays: Skirts: Fashioning Modern Femininity in the 20th Century
SKIRTS: Fashioning Modern Femininity in the 20th Century By Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell Introduction Hello, dear sartorial seekers! Today's Fashion Book Friday delves into Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell's Skirts, a vivid, thread-by-thread history of how the skirt has been both a weapon and a wardrobe in the story of modern femininity. As a fashion and culture writer, I loved how this...Continue reading→
Fashion Book Fridays: From the Rez to the Runway: Forging My Path in Fashion by Christian Allaire
Introduction From the Rez to the Runway: Forging My Path in Fashion by Christian Allaire Every so often, a fashion memoir sashays in wearing no pretense—just heart, hustle, and a sense of humour. Christian Allaire's From the Rez to the Runway is precisely that: a breezy, candid diary of a Canadian kid who fell for...Continue reading→
FASHION BOOK FRIDAYS; Unraveled: The Life and Death of a Garment by Maxine Bédat
Unraveled: The Life and Death of a Garment Introduction Unraveled is a book that will shake many of your ideas about the fashion industry. Darlings, believe it or not, we're about to dissect the life of a pair of jeans. Not metaphorically—Maxine Bédat traces the entire journey of denim from seed to landfill. If that doesn't...Continue reading→
FASHION BOOK FRIDAYS ; NATURALLY TAN BY TAN FRANCE
NATURALLY TAN BY TAN FRANCE Do you know Tan France? Certainly, watchers of Queer Eye will recognize the name. As Netflix announces the tenth and final season of the epic queer makeover show, I thought it was great to delve into this book. Darling readers, this week's Fashion Book Friday is wrapped in denim, stitched with...Continue reading→
Fashion Book Fridays: Anna – A Biography By Amy Odell
Anna Wintour Steps Aside – But Not Off the Stage Darling readers, we knew the day was coming that Anna Wintour would step aside. Yes, Anna Wintour — she of the signature shades and steely gaze — has officially stepped down as Editor-in-Chief of American Vogue after nearly four decades at the helm. Gasp, right?...Continue reading→
COUTURE WEEK FALL 2025- CELEBRATING THE ART OF CLOTHES
PARIS COUTURE WEEK FALL 2025 I love Paris Couture Week. Couture week is that rare time when fashion lovers forget about the adage of "can I wear that" and enjoy the art of fashion. Couture is a rare breed in a world consumed by fast fashion; it is the epitome of slow fashion. Haute couture...Continue reading→
FASHION BOOK FRIDAYS ; PAT IN THE CITY BY PATRICIA FIELD
Fashion Book Friday PAT IN THE CITY; My Life of Fashion, Style, and Breaking All The Rules by Patricia Field✨ A Love Letter to Style, Sparkle, and Sheer Sass ✨ Darling readers, if you've ever dreamed of raiding Carrie Bradshaw's closet, swanning down Fifth Avenue in a vintage tutu, or pairing a nameplate necklace with...Continue reading→
FASHION BOOK FRIDAYS; A Visible Man by Edward Enninful
Fashion Book Fridays: A Visible Man by Edward Enninful "From the Ghanaian streets to Vogue's glossy pages, Edward Enninful didn't just break ceilings—he glitter-bombed them." There are books that inform, books that inspire, and then there are books like Edward Enninful's A Visible Man, which speak directly to your soul. This week's pick for Fashion...Continue reading→
About Me
Launched in 2015 "Dress the Part" jandrewspeaks.com is for all you fashion students, fashionista's and fashion lovers. If you love fashion and style you'll be right at home here.
"Who Am I"
Firstly and most importantly I am a lover of Fashion. As a confirmed mommy's boy I learned sewing from my home seamstress mother. From a very young age I loved to design create and explore the world of fashion and costume . I have a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, in Costume Design and Art History. After working as a theatrical costume designer , teacher and artist , I have recently dedicated myself to writing this blog .
I live in Vancouver , Canada with my partner Angelo. A great life begins with a purpose , my first priority is my partner and family and my second is meaningful work. In fact Dress The Part started with an idea to spread my love of fashion and sharing my expertise and knowledge. Hence this is my meaningful work.