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Books to change your look from head to toe

May 20, 2007|By Mary Ellen Bowman

Everyone runs to pick up groceries, pours gas into the tank, dashes into the drugstore and races to get to the movies on time. Everyone is moving so fast, and everyone hopes that no one will notice the old pants, the sweater with the teeny moth-hole in the sleeve and the sloppy sandals that are so comfortable. And what about that wrinkled collection of commemorative T-shirts? Everyone has them and no one wants to throw them away. But everyone should. Arrange your closets by color; toss the old, the worn and the out-of-date. Resolve to look more put-together every time you step out of the house. Let your outside appearance mirror the true beauty of your interior soul. The library has books to help you achieve your new look.

  • "What You Wear Can Change Your Life" by Trinny Woodall and Susannah Constantine: Following up their bestselling title "You Can't Wear That," the BBC's favorite fashionista duo wants you to correct physical flaws by boosting self-esteem with clothing. In addition to discussing topics such as makeup, accessories and pregnancy, they offer advice not usually covered in other publications, such as how to choose underwear that fits, color selection and the perils of straying into the black zone. When your closet is organized, you can concentrate on more important things in life.

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  • "Off the Cuff: The Essential Style Guide For Men and the Women Who Love Them" by Carson Kressley: The style guy on the TV reality series "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy," Kressley offers his impeccable fashion sense for guys who really don't care what is supposed to go with what. His solution is to organize with classic, comfortable clothing that is functional and practical. And keep it ready to wear, not shoved in the bottom of the drawer under the sweatshirt from your alma mater.

  • "Sam Saboura's Real Style: Style Secrets for Real Women with Real Bodies" by Sam Saboura with L.G. Mansfield: These fashion consultants demonstrates how women of all sizes can identify their body type in order to select the right clothing and accessories. Let the experts help you define a personal style and overcome a variety of fashion challenges. Not all women are sizes 0-4! See how Saboura offers assistance with up-to-date tips for beauty, dress and fashion.

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