Schulz and Peanuts: A Biography By David Michaelis
I love Charles Shultz and his Peanuts characters. Actually, this year I designed a dress inspired by Charlie Brown for a charity fashion show.
The Importance of Being Earnest By Oscar Wilde
OSCAR WILDE = GENIUS. Enough said!
Tartan: Romancing the Plaid By Jeffrey Banks and Doria De La Chapelle
Talk about beauty! What is better than a book about Tartan? It is just gorgeous…and it doesn’t hurt that one of my dresses is on the cover.
American Fashion By Charlie Scheips
This is a beautiful compilation of fashion and style in this country. It was put together with the help of the CFDA and designers like me. It is worth checking out.
Chez Panisse Vegetables By Alice Waters
Whenever I am in San Francisco I cross the bridge to Berkeley and head right to Chez Panisse. The space is so gorgeous and the food is just beyond. I’ve been lucky enough to know Alice Waters for some time know…she is a real inspiration. Someone who believes in every single thing that she does.
All About Eve
What can I say, if you have not seen this classic…crawl out from under you rock and log on to NetFlix. It is just thrilling. Bette Davis is at her best, a true legend. The costumes and set design will blow you away.
Good Girl Gone Bad - Rihanna
I think Rihanna is the most stylish thing right now. She always looks great, so fresh and young. I saw her in an airport once and she looked wonderful. And her music is equally great.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
This is a hilarious film staring the wonderful and cute Danny Kaye and Virginia Mayo. Check it out.
The Fannie Farmer Cookbook By Fannie Merritt Farmer
Food and cooking are always inspirations to me. I have been using this book since the beginning of time. It is a great go-to reference to have around the house. The recipes are easy to follow and always work wonderfully.
Fred Astaire Style By G. Bruce Boyer
In my next life I want to come back as Fred Astaire. What a genius…and what style.
