Ten- Stories Behind the Fashion Classics

Review 'Amazing. What perfect timing for fashion's new wave' -- Barbara Hulanicki, Founder, BIBA 'A deeper-than-deep dive into fashion's enduring classics' -- Navaz Batliwalla, DisneyRollerGirl 'Lauren Cochrane's The Ten is the definitive one-stop guide to fashion's most essential and iconic styles, with an unrivalled collection of the fashion industry's authoritative voices – from mainstream icons to underground figures – shedding light on the cultural and personal impact of classics that will never date. The perfect gift and resource for anyone with an interest in style' -- Sara McAlpine, Fashion Features Editor, ELLE Product Description 'Amazing – what perfect timing for fashion's new wave' Barbara Hulanicki, Founder of BIBA These 10 classic fashion items are part of the universal language of style: the White T-shirt, Miniskirt, Hoodie, Jeans, Ballet flat, Breton top, Biker jacket, Little black dress, Stiletto, Trench. While trends may come and go, they remain symbols of perennial cool, part of a capsule collection of chic emblems that represent who we are, who we want to be and how we want to be seen. The Ten tells the story of each item's creation, its journey to popularity, and why it matters today. These stories are accompanied by stylish photography and illustrations of the icons – from Katharine Hepburn to Prince – who have worn the pieces so well. Book Description From the evolution of the white T-shirt from army staple to symbol of achingly cool simplicity, the hoodie's birth in the monasteries of Rome to its domination of streetwear, and the transition of the stiletto from the feet of fifteenth-century Iranian equestrians to those of New York businesswomen, The Ten puts fashion in context. About the Author Lauren Cochrane is a senior fashion writer at the Guardian. She has written for i-D, Vogue, the Telegraph, matchesfashion.com, Elle, Vogue, Porter and The Gentlewoman. She regularly appears on the radio, on podcasts and at public speaking engagements discussing fashion and culture. Lauren is the author of 50 Style Icons Who Changed the World and The Ten: the Stories Behind the Fashion Classics. She lives in London.