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Fashion Book Fridays: The Battle of Versailles by Robin Givhan
Fashion Book Fridays The Battle of Versailles by Robin Givhan Reviewed by J. Andrew Jackson for jandrewspeaks.com Introduction: A Runway That Changed the World Darlings, let's rewind the reel to a time when fashion wasn't yet globalized, when European couture ruled the runways with an iron hemline, and American designers were still considered the scrappy...Continue reading→
Fashion Book Friday: How to Build a Fashion Icon by Law Roach
How to Build a Fashion Icon: Notes on Confidence from the World's Only Image Architect By Law Roach Law Roach—the Chicago-born, psych-savvy "image architect" behind Zendaya, Celine Dion, Anya Taylor-Joy, Hunter Schafer, and more—brings us his debut book, How to Build a Fashion Icon: Notes on Confidence from the World's Only Image Architect. It's part memoir, part...Continue reading→
HEART ON MY SLEEVE; JEANNE BEKER TELLS HER STORY
Why I Chose Heart on My Sleeve Here's why I chose Heart on My Sleeve: Stories from a Life Well Worn by Jeanne Beker. I am guided by several factors when selecting the books I cover on Fashion Book Fridays. Some of the books are chosen for their educational value, while others introduce us to...Continue reading→
DRESS CODE: UNLOCKING FASHION FROM THE NEW LOOK TO MILLENINIAL PINK
WHY I CHOSE IT My latest choice for Fashion Book Fridays is DRESS CODE: UNLOCKING FASHION FROM THE NEW LOOK TO MILLENINIAL PINK, an innovative and thought-provoking collection of essays, all of which are rooted in fashion and culture. I didn't read this book, but instead listened to it during my daily walks, which I'm...Continue reading→
THE SUMMER SCARF: A BREEZY STAPLE
The summer scarf may seem like an oxymoron, however, it is an essential part of my summer attire, and I'm sure I'm not alone. As the sun graces us with its warmth, the summer scarf emerges as a versatile accessory, seamlessly blending style and function. Far from being a mere winter necessity, scarves in summer...Continue reading→
The Little Dictionary of Fashion by Christian Dior: A Timeless Guide to Style
Fashion Book Fridays: The Little Dictionary of Fashion by Christian Dior Let’s be honest — fashion books are my happy place. Stacked high on my desk, by my bedside, and, yes, dangerously teetering off a shelf or two. And that’s precisely why I launched Fashion Book Fridays on jandrewspeaks.com. Every Friday, I spotlight a book...Continue reading→
Fashion Book Friday; The Chiffon Trenches by André Leon Talley
I'm launching a new feature here on jandrewspeaks.com, "Fashion Book Fridays," where I will discuss a book of interest to those in the fashion world every week. Please join the discussion, order and read the book, and engage in an online book club. My first choice was inspired by the recent Met Gala, which had...Continue reading→
DRESS COZY A BRAND TAKES FLIGHT AT VFW
DRESS COZY: A BRAND WITH SOUL Dress Cozy. The name alone could be a manifesto. Dress Cozy made its second appearance at Vancouver Fashion Week on April 11, 2025. A whole month has passed since the last whirl of heels and photo-ops at Vancouver Fashion Week, and I've intentionally let the fashion dust settle. While I...Continue reading→
EDUARDO RAMOS AFTER HIS TRIUMPHANT SHOW AT VFW F/W 2025
EDUARDO RAMOS I sat with designer Eduardo Ramos a few days after his fall-winter show at Vancouver Fashion Week. It has become a ritual for Eduardo and me to get together the week after his latest shows at VFW. I wouldn't call it an interview, but more of a decompression, a time to discuss, share,...Continue reading→
THE BROOCH IS BACK; Why Men Are Pinning Their Style Stories
The Brooch Is Back, Darling: Why Men Are Pinning Their Style Stories in 2025 Once relegated to the realm of grandmothers' jewelry boxes, the brooch has made a triumphant return, now gracing the lapels, collars, and even shoes of the fashion-forward. In 2025, this accessory has transcended gender norms, becoming a staple in men's...Continue reading→