The Goddess Guide
A book by a new writer on women and lifestyle. Blending humour with personal observation, it presents self-discovery and a female perspective in an easy, lively tone.
Work Information
Using fashion and lifestyle as a springboard, the book follows the making and remaking of a self-image. It is light on its feet, but personal and closely observed.
Book Information
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
- Published
- 2006-09-18
- Pages
- 192 pages
- Language
- 英語
- Size
- 14.3 x 2.5 x 19.7 cm
- ISBN-13
- 9780007212187
- ISBN-10
- 0007212186
- Price
- 10714 JPY
- Category
- 洋書/Health, Fitness & Dieting/Beauty, Grooming, & Style
A highly covetable, beautiful hardback, guaranteed to give every woman the life of a goddess. Written for time-strapped women wanting quality, authentic experiences, 'The Goddess Guide' uncovers the secrets of living an unforgettable and desirable life. All things divine in urban hangouts and rural retreats are revealed, as lifestyle trends are demystified for women left bewildered by the departure of Sex and the City. Gisele has tried and tested everything for you and has picked up advice from a throng of fashion houses and celebrities along the way -- from Dolce & Gabbana to Miss Piggy; Narcisco Rodriguez to Laura Mercier; from Glastonbury organiser Michael Eavis to award winning Chef Heston Blumenthal. And now Gisele has picked out the best bits from her personal diary and address book to reveal insider information, glamour secrets and a multitude of heavenly recommendations, certain to transform lives from the mundane to the magical. The life-enhancing content includes: what you should have in your make-up bag to tackle every problem; how to sell your clothes on eBay; the dos and don'ts of shoes according to Christian Louboutin; the best way to get value out of that little black dress; plucking the neatest eyebrows; getting extra legroom when booking a flight; planning a divine date; booking a hotel with the comfiest bed; entertaining with champagne; looking after cashmere; de-cluttering your home; buying jeans to lengthen your legs; finding gifts for the trickiest people and instructions from Linda Evangelista's trainer on honing a small behind. As sumptuous and approachable as a glossy magazine, this gorgeous style-bible is both fixer and facilitator -- destined to be your new best friend, personal, trend-setting concierge and ultimate Goddess Guide.
For the past eight years, Gisèle Scanlon has written and presented reports on fashion, lifestyle, travel and art for TV, Irish Tatler and The Irish Independent. Gisèle is an expert on (among other things) beauty, health, interiors and culture, and her name is synonymous with sassy, trend setting information. She travels continuously, searching for authentic culture, the next zeitgeist and the essence of the world's great cities and countries.
Reviews
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Groovy!
This is a very groovy book at a very groovy price. It is an ideal gift for any woman who likes to keep in touch with what's hot and what's not. It has a lovely cover, and is very interesting to read. YOu can sit and read it for an hour or two, or dip in and out as you please. It is ideally suited to ladies in their 20s and 30s, I would say, perfect for a girly girl, and is well worth the price. Much better than "how to walk in high heels" which is quite dull to read and patronising in places. By contrast, Goddess keeps the reader interested on every page. A worthwile investment.
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fun book, with fun ideas
fun book , with fun ideas , good gift
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Yes
I recommend! Enjoyable.
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The survival guide for everyone
One of the most beautiful book covers I've ever seen, plus an inset ribbon to mark the pages. A colorful book filled with tips like how to hang skirts, best locations in selected cities, how to prevent tears when chopping onions, and even an interview with the first to go green - Kermit the Frog... Fun, cute, hilarious. A sweet book.
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I keep searching for the profound
Very un-useful, tips applicable only in a certain place, at a given time with a precise budget ... Moreover, it looks messy and not very pretty. Like a dairy far too girlish.
Related Literary Awards
- Irish Book Awards Edition 5 (2007) ・Winner