OK, seriously people. I have never watched a single episode of “The Hills,” or anything else that the ubiquitous LC has done TV-wise. I don’t know a thing about her background and I’m not remotely interested in her line of fiction books. But her line of clothes for Kohl’s is actually quite wearable, and her book – rather ambitiously titled Style – is impressive. Her take on vintage – from resisting the temptation to buy used simply because you’re staring down a designer label, to repurposing costume-y pieces – is astute and practical. She includes a section on how to fold, hang, and store pieces so they last longer. She recommends organizing a clothing swap in her section on editing your closet. (Can you imagine Nina Garcia suggesting such a thing?) I’m not terribly interested in all the hair and makeup stuff, but she does a bang-up job of explaining how false eyelashes work. She talks tailoring, packing, interview outfits, pattern mixing, and sings the praises of cheap jewelry.
The tone is light and the writing is … a bit “lite” at times. But the content is pragmatic, accessible, and surprisingly comprehensive. Way to go, Lauren. Style is a winner.
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I bought a top of hers at Kohl’s that has become one of my all time favorite wish-I’d-bought-three-of-these pieces. I didn’t know anything about her either, but I’m really drawn to her designs. Thanks for posting about the book!
I also found myself surprised by how much I like Lauren’s book. My favorite was the spread showing one little black dress worn 5 different “styles”, preppy, edgy, classic etc.. It was a great example of how just changing your accessories can change and item of clothing.
My roommate freshman and sophomore year of college was OBSESSED with The Hills, and so I, by proxy, watched two years worth of the show. That I kept watching it after we parted ways is a testament to how easily I get sucked in to ‘reality’ tv shows. Maybe I’m still a little ashamed to admit it, but I kind of love LC. She seemed to be down to earth and a good friend and a hard worker. It’s nice to see that she is continuing in her fashion career.
Also, I remember an episode when a then little-known Lady Gaga performed…
Hm! I am intrigued now and want to check out this book. When I looked it up in my library’s catalog, it was cataloged under “young adult”, so that may explain the tone.
This is interesting, for some reason I didn’t think I’d find her book that good, but I think it would make a good present for a young girl who is interested in style – LC dresses very classically.
I, too, know nothing about LC except that I bought one of her dresses a couple years ago at Kohl’s and LOVED it. Great to hear your thoughts on the book!
Love her Kohl’s line (I too never watched any of her TV stuff nor know much about her personal life). Also, her online beauty tips are great. I might check out the book as well.
Shhhhhhh! Don’t tell anyone that I secretly love Lauren Conrad! Her clothes at Kohl’s are so pretty and wearable. Her line is great for a late 20-something who doesn’t want to dress older or younger than she is, and I really appreciate that. Have to check out the book soon!
I have always liked LC from “Laguna Beach” and then years on “The Hills”. I always thought that she dressed pretty. I, too, like her book…especially her advice on how to make shoes last longer.
Glad to see how she has turned her reality tv fame into designing fashion (fashion school was one of her pursuits on “The Hills”), writing books, and having her online beauty website. She and Audrina seemed the most down-to-earth on “The Hills”.
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I bought a top of hers at Kohl’s that has become one of my all time favorite wish-I’d-bought-three-of-these pieces. I didn’t know anything about her either, but I’m really drawn to her designs. Thanks for posting about the book!
I like reading about different people’s opinion on fashion and style. I always end up learning something new.
I also found myself surprised by how much I like Lauren’s book. My favorite was the spread showing one little black dress worn 5 different “styles”, preppy, edgy, classic etc.. It was a great example of how just changing your accessories can change and item of clothing.
My roommate freshman and sophomore year of college was OBSESSED with The Hills, and so I, by proxy, watched two years worth of the show. That I kept watching it after we parted ways is a testament to how easily I get sucked in to ‘reality’ tv shows. Maybe I’m still a little ashamed to admit it, but I kind of love LC. She seemed to be down to earth and a good friend and a hard worker. It’s nice to see that she is continuing in her fashion career.
Also, I remember an episode when a then little-known Lady Gaga performed…
Hm! I am intrigued now and want to check out this book. When I looked it up in my library’s catalog, it was cataloged under “young adult”, so that may explain the tone.
This is interesting, for some reason I didn’t think I’d find her book that good, but I think it would make a good present for a young girl who is interested in style – LC dresses very classically.
I, too, know nothing about LC except that I bought one of her dresses a couple years ago at Kohl’s and LOVED it. Great to hear your thoughts on the book!
Love her Kohl’s line (I too never watched any of her TV stuff nor know much about her personal life). Also, her online beauty tips are great. I might check out the book as well.
Shhhhhhh! Don’t tell anyone that I secretly love Lauren Conrad! Her clothes at Kohl’s are so pretty and wearable. Her line is great for a late 20-something who doesn’t want to dress older or younger than she is, and I really appreciate that. Have to check out the book soon!
Hi,
I have always liked LC from “Laguna Beach” and then years on “The Hills”. I always thought that she dressed pretty. I, too, like her book…especially her advice on how to make shoes last longer.
Glad to see how she has turned her reality tv fame into designing fashion (fashion school was one of her pursuits on “The Hills”), writing books, and having her online beauty website. She and Audrina seemed the most down-to-earth on “The Hills”.