Paperback
700 illustrations
272 pages
289 x 210 mm
ISBN 978 1 85669 632 6
$19.95
Published September 2009
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An interactive colouring book for fashionistas of all ages, My Wonderful World of Fashion is packed with beautiful and sophisticated illustrations specially created by illustrator Nina Chakrabarti.
The book encourages creativity, with illustrations to colour in and designs to finish off, as well as simple ideas for making and doing (how to make a sari, turn a napkin into a headscarf, dye a T-shirt and so on).
Covering clothing, shoes, bags, jewellery and other accessories, the illustrations span both vintage fashions — drawing on beautiful and interesting objects through the ages — and contemporary invented designs from the illustrator's own imagination.
'Did you know...?' features give brief historical notes to encourage children to be inspired by history and by the fashions of other cultures. A wonderful celebration of fashion, the book will appeal to fashion addicts from 8 years plus.
Click here to take a look at our My Wonderful World of Summer Fashion competition.
Nina Chakrabarti is an illustrator based in London. She was born and spent her early life in Calcutta, India, then studied illustration at Central Saint Martin's College and The Royal College of Art, London. She works using Rotring pens, felt tips, biros, pencils, ink and the computer. Her clients include Habitat, French Connection, Vogue and Marks and Spencer.
best book ever !!!!!
17/07/2010
Just got this book today and can't put it down! It will not last the six weeks holidays at this rate. Need more like this please!xxx
by sophie h
Retro art
19/06/2010
I think 'My Wonderful World Of Fashion' is so lovely. It shows inspirational famous brands, fashion history, do-it-yourself parts and patterns. If you are looking for a lovely fashion and textile book, this is the one for you. I really advise you to buy it.
by Angelica
Love it!
24/04/2010
I'm an art therapist in training, and an ex-fashion illustrator. I bought this as a gift for my niece's child, but really, really didn't want to give it up. This is no ordinary coloring book. The paper the line drawings are printed on is thick and has a delightful "tooth", which makes filling in the spaces with crayons or colored pencils a sensual pleasure. (Yes, really!) I plan to buy another copy for myself, and one to use in the future with clients.
by Linda
SO Much Fun!
14/03/2010
I love this book. It is a great thing to do when you're bored and it is so good for imaginative minds. I draw in my book all the time!
by Elise K
inspiring
08/01/2010
An amazing, inspiring book great for all ages. A great gift for anyone into art, creativity and fashion and who can't bear to be bored. I got it for Christmas and am loving it to bits. WOW!!!
by lucy wright
A Classic
11/10/2009
This is a beautiful book and not just for children- you'll find yourself wanting to frame pages from it. She draws inspiration from the world, with humour and creativity. And you'll learn something from it. Buy it for kids, buy it for yourself- you'll treasure it.
by Emma sullivan
Brilliant
26/09/2009
I bought this book for my 4 yr old little girl. She loves it, she has painted in it, glued and created. I would highly recommend it for anyone with creative kids.
by Jodi Barnes
best kids book ever!
13/07/2009
This looks amazing.
Can't wait to give one to
my nieces!
by christian Petersen
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