Brenda's Wardrobe Companion
A Guide to Getting Dressed From the Inside Out
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ISBN-10: 1-885171-71-4
ISBN-13: 9781885171719
Publisher: Wildcat Canyon Press
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Year: May 2003
Size: 17.53 x 22.35 x 1.52cm
Number of pages: 190
Weight: 227gr
Binding: Paperback
ISBN-10: 1-885171-71-4
ISBN-13: 9781885171719
Publisher: Wildcat Canyon Press
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Year: May 2003
Size: 17.53 x 22.35 x 1.52cm
Number of pages: 190
Weight: 227gr
Binding: Paperback
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A fashion expert and image consultant for real women with real bodies, Brenda Kinsel helps readers match their clothes to their personal style. Brendas Wardrobe Companion walks the reader through the same affirming process that the authors clients experience before they go shopping. Readers assess the qualities they wish to project through clothes, analyze nonclothing clues to their personal message, and learn how to focus on what works all in preparation for the ultimate goal: buying the right clothes and dressing on their own. With color illustrations throughout, this series of »private« sessions with a leading image consultant work as a companion book to the authors popular fashion bibles. »Brenda Kinsel helped me to dress and look my best, to be the person I am … « Isabel Allende
A fashion expert and image consultant for real women with real bodies, Brenda Kinsel helps readers match their clothes to their personal style. Brendas Wardrobe Companion walks the reader through the same affirming process that the authors clients experience before they go shopping. Readers assess the qualities they wish to project through clothes, analyze nonclothing clues to their personal message, and learn how to focus on what works all in preparation for the ultimate goal: buying the right clothes and dressing on their own. With color illustrations throughout, this series of »private« sessions with a leading image consultant work as a companion book to the authors popular fashion bibles. »Brenda Kinsel helped me to dress and look my best, to be the person I am … « Isabel Allende
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Not for Europeans 
Actually this book made me feel rather good, not because it revolutionised my attitude towards my own wardrobe (it didn't), but because it showed me that basically I already do things right, like wearing clothes in my proper size. Call me a »Eurosnoot«, but this and most of the other problems and inhibitions mentioned in the book struck me as somehow rather »American« – I for one can't think of any European woman friend of mine identifying with them, except maybe the wardrobe full of things one never wears. I had expected a style/colour sort of guide, what I got was more of a self help book for absolute beginners without the slightest clue, featuring a lot of time-consuming therapeutical activities – definitely not what I wanted. To all those who feel the same way, I recommend »Color me beautiful« by Carole Jackson, by now almost a classic, plus Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine's »What not to wear« (book and/or DVD) and, newly discovered and very refreshing, Kim France and Andrea Linett's »Lucky shopping manual« – there I found just the sort of practical advice I was looking for.
Actually this book made me feel rather good, not because it revolutionised my attitude towards my own wardrobe (it didn't), but because it showed me that basically I already do things right, like wearing clothes in my proper size. Call me a »Eurosnoot«, but this and most of the other problems and inhibitions mentioned in the book struck me as somehow rather »American« – I for one can't think of any European woman friend of mine identifying with them, except maybe the wardrobe full of things one never wears. I had expected a style/colour sort of guide, what I got was more of a self help book for absolute beginners without the slightest clue, featuring a lot of time-consuming therapeutical activities – definitely not what I wanted. To all those who feel the same way, I recommend »Color me beautiful« by Carole Jackson, by now almost a classic, plus Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine's »What not to wear« (book and/or DVD) and, newly discovered and very refreshing, Kim France and Andrea Linett's »Lucky shopping manual« – there I found just the sort of practical advice I was looking for.
Not to be missed! 
The best book on developing your style that I've come across. It is a style essential. The information and techniques presented are novel, and road-tested by the author in her stylist business. Brenda has a warm & supportive personality, and her book is one you'll reach for again & again. Get this book to find your style, and to re-invent your look as your tastes evolve. Other books focus on creating interchangeable »capsules« (honestly, those books are a bit dated now) but Brenda is concerned with whether you are YOU in your clothes. If you want to copy a magazine spread of »5 Fall Wardrobe Pieces« then buy a magazine and purchase all the clothes. Don't talk to me (or Brenda) if you wear them with a frown 'cos they're not you. If you want to look like yourself: a unique, dynamic person, then get this book and follow through.
The best book on developing your style that I've come across. It is a style essential. The information and techniques presented are novel, and road-tested by the author in her stylist business. Brenda has a warm & supportive personality, and her book is one you'll reach for again & again. Get this book to find your style, and to re-invent your look as your tastes evolve. Other books focus on creating interchangeable »capsules« (honestly, those books are a bit dated now) but Brenda is concerned with whether you are YOU in your clothes. If you want to copy a magazine spread of »5 Fall Wardrobe Pieces« then buy a magazine and purchase all the clothes. Don't talk to me (or Brenda) if you wear them with a frown 'cos they're not you. If you want to look like yourself: a unique, dynamic person, then get this book and follow through.
Great book!
I have several of her books. All are great books. Every home library should have this one especially if you are a woman, Okay if you are a woman.
I have several of her books. All are great books. Every home library should have this one especially if you are a woman, Okay if you are a woman.
Very liberating – find yourself!!!
I loved this book. I really found it so helpful in helping me to define my own individual style. Now I'm really happy with my wardrobe and actually (shock, horror!) enjoy shopping! This wonderful book also inspired me to redecorate my house and find my own decorating style. It is really helpful, written in a very humorous, loving manner and is very supportive. I have been so inspired I am even considering studying fashion and design at college. It is an inspiring book with lots of really great »hands on« helpful tips and advice and very creative activities!!!
I loved this book. I really found it so helpful in helping me to define my own individual style. Now I'm really happy with my wardrobe and actually (shock, horror!) enjoy shopping! This wonderful book also inspired me to redecorate my house and find my own decorating style. It is really helpful, written in a very humorous, loving manner and is very supportive. I have been so inspired I am even considering studying fashion and design at college. It is an inspiring book with lots of really great »hands on« helpful tips and advice and very creative activities!!!
Have fun dressing up!
This book is so fun to read! I love the way Brenda gave clothes different personalities. And yes, clothes are meant to serve you & bring out your best! Every woman can look beautiful!
This book is so fun to read! I love the way Brenda gave clothes different personalities. And yes, clothes are meant to serve you & bring out your best! Every woman can look beautiful!
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