Style Bookshelf: Know Your Style (And A Giveaway!)
I’ve been eagerly anticipating the release of Alyson Walsh’s latest book, Know Your Style. A mix of interviews, inspiration and how-to tips for impactful yet fuss-free style, this book is a fabulous follow-up to Style Forever.
Alyson covers all of the style bases from work to evening to casual wear, and offers some useful tips including how to select and mix accessories, choosing the best shoe styles for pant silhouettes, and on working with a professional stylist.
I love Alyson’s down-to-earth writing and approach to style. Most of all, she makes you feel that being stylish is achievable and within reach of anyone who takes the time to learn and practice it. The artwork by Ayumi Takahashi is charming too.
And I really enjoyed the in-depth interviews with stylish women like Lucinda Chambers, Linda Rodin and Navaz Batliwalla.
Know Your Style by Alyson Walsh. Artwork by Ayumi Takahashi.
Giveaway
Alyson’s publisher, Hardie Grant Books has generously provided me with FIVE copies to give away! I’m going to keep this one very simple:
- Just leave a comment on this post describing your ideal personal style in 3 words. (Please be aware that if it’s your first time commenting, it will be moderated and may take a while to appear.)
- Use the widget below to record your entry, and unlock additional entries. Please be sure to include a valid email address (will not be published) where you can be reached in case you are one of the winners.
Entries will be open until 11:59pm on October 25th. Winners will be drawn at random and notified via email. My apologies, but I must limit entries to those who have a valid U.S. mailing address due to shipping costs.
Bonne chance!
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Boho, bold, beautiful
Ideal style: unique, comfortable, earth tones, minimalist
Cool, cheeky, Southern!
Elegant simplicity
Simple, comfortable, understated
Minimal, Confident, Simple
My ideal style would be like many older European women…wonderful jacket over a pencil skirt, silk shirt and fabulous heels.
Torture is not fabulous. Cuban, low or now heels. And skirts one can cycle in. Trust me.
That’s a great giveaway!! I love the book so much that it’s on my nightstand so I can pop it open at any time and look at those adorable illustrations!!!
Simple but current.
Relaxed but elegant
Understated, creative, classic.
Dynamic, comfortable, dramatic. (You did say IDEAL style, right?!)
Classic, timeless, comfortable.
Simple, Timeless & Elegant
Simple, comfortable and interesting.
monochromatic, simplicity, timeless
My style – casual, eclectic, classic fun
Comfort,function,pop
Relaxed, comfortable and sometimes trendy
Classic with a contemporary punch.
Casual, easy-care, comfortable.
Classic, Stylish, Timeless
Confident, approachable, easygoing
My ideal style is: Easy, chic and fashionable
Handcrafted, polished, easy
Smart, polished, thoughtful
Confident, distinguished, comfortable.
Classic, simple, accessorized.
Classic, comfortable, chic
Long, lean, fun
Comfortable, simple, classic.
Emmanuelle Alt’s wardrobe
Uncluttered, elegant, comfortable,
Classic, comfortable, polished
Up-to-date, not fussy, washable
Not too fussy.
Classics and comfortable, but never boring! An element of the unexpected, usually French inspired. I make many of my own clothes.
Comfortable, chic, Uptown
Eclectic, unexpected, edgy.
OOPS! Three words: Unique, quality, comfortable.
I think my style could be described as classic, timeless and simple.
Timeless. simple. Fun.
scarves, scarves, scarves
Classic comfortable unexpected
Classic, elegant, dramatic.
Layered, comfortable, different
Sexy understated witch
comfortable, fresh, polished
Classic, simple, polished
Eileen Fisher Classic
Casual, simple, elegant
Stylish, practical, fun
casual current professional
Natural, casual, quality
artistic, comfortable, enduring
I would describe my style as minimalist and classic with a smattering of current trend.
Fun, function, unfussy
Sporty,colorful, luxurious
Lagenlook, wearable art.
Comfortable, chic, sexy
Modern, classic, tailored
Classic, interesting, comfortable
Classic, stylish, and polished.
Tasteful, comfortable chic
effortless cool classic
Black-Gray-Denim
fun, trendy, classic
Classic Modern Casual
Thoughtful, simple, chic
Smart casual…is there such a thing? I must admit to not really knowing my style…I just know what I like and don’t like.
Casual, comfortable, clean
Comfortable, timeless, tasteful.
Classic, feminine, simple
Cool classic cardigan
elegant, fresh, minimal
Flattering casual sophisticated
Simple modern casual
Oops – please take my name out of the running, I missed the bit about US only!
Comfortable, modern, creative
I notice many “classics” posting, so far! I’m one too: “classic yet edgy”
Neutral, chic, elegant
Comfortable, flattering, current
Athletic, simple, comfortable
Casual, comfortable, timeless
Polished, comfortable, uncluttered
Stylish, updated classics.
Classic current edgy
Classic, contemporary, comfortable!!
casual chic classic
Simple, tailored, chic.
Chic, boho, flattering
Makes me happy!
classics, inspired, unique
Casual, minimal & timeless
Fun ~ Classic ~ Boho
How fun! My ideal style is classic, basic, adding interest with killer accessories.
Top drawer BoHo!
Chic but edgy
Polished, professional, feminine
Current, comfortable, casual
Timeless, creative, feminine
Classic, simple.creative
Elegant classic simple
Classic French ingenue.
Chic, simple, colour (as in pops of)
Comfortable, stylish, black.
Know your body!!
streamlined, personal, fits
Simple, classic, on the casual side
Color, comfort, cotton
Hi, my personal style is 1) Eileen Fisher clothes, 2) comfortable, and 3) ready for any occasion.
, Edgy, Unique. Timeless.
classic, casual, comfortable
Classic, stylish, and elegant. That’s why I ordered Style Forever it arrived yesterday now I need to add this one to my bookshelf as well. Love your style and reading your blog.
Makes me happy
Always wicked shoes
Classic,elegant, sustainable.
my style in 3 words: tailored, comfy, traditional
Effortless, Timeless,Smart
Sporty Tailored Comfortable
Comfortable, cool,casual
Comfortable, classic, casual
Casual,eclectic, bohemian
Punk, Rock, Hasbeen
Classic, current, comfortable
Minimal, modern, unfussy.
Confident. Elegant. Modern.
Simple, elegant, real.
Elegant, Effortless, Energizing
Clean, timeless, with a little sassy.
Smart, chic and timeless!
Comfortable. Classic. Cleanlines ( yes, I made it one word!)
Rocker + classic + Hermes
(How many styles do I get?)
But please don’t enter me in the contest — I already have a copy of Alyson’s book and am reading it now and really enjoying it. It’s so beautifully designed.
Whimsical, boho, comfortable
Vibrant, Nifty,Distinctive.
Preppy Rocker Chic (I know, I’m a strange combination.)
Artistic, feminine, varied
Chic, classy, confident
Comfort. Bold. Subdued.
Minimalist, monochromatic, neutral
boho, bérets, scarves
eclectic, artisanal, comfortable
Can’t wait to read this one.
Approachable, intelligent, trustworthy
Chic, Elegant, Quirky.
comfortable classic simple
“Hello, it’s me!”
By way of explanation: Style is how the world sees you. No need to have one if you aren’t out there (“Hello”). Style is how you present yourself, so you want the world to see your best, true self, that you also happen to like (“it’s me”).
Euro chic
Relaxed,refined comfortable
Thanks so much, Susan. Looking forward to catching-up with you in Paris x
Me too, can’t wait to see you!
Classic, tailored and casual. Aspiring to be artsy and effortlessly cool …
Chic, polished and comfortable
Sporty, comfortable,classic
Elegant, classic, fun
Flattering, fun, tasteful
Classic, confident, sophisticated,
Classic Boho Comfort
Attractive.stylish. Comfortable
classic artsy comfort
Classic active thoughtful
Elegant, simple, comfortable
Interesting, Modern, Simple
Classic, edgy and chic!
My aim: chic, efortless, and “parisienne”…. pas mal!!!!!
Easy,chic,affordable
Interesting, modern, casual
Really would love to update my look. I am very classic in my clothes. Don’t like costume jewelry but I know it is very popular, but I only wear real (gold, platinum and sterling) jewelry with real stones and pearls. I would rather have two or three special pieces instead of lots of fun pieces.
Understated, sophisticated, quality
Chic, classy, comfortable!
tomboy meets lady
Classic, casual elegance.
Cosmopolitan chic yet comfortable
Classic simple comfortable
Authentic, relevant and interesting
Classic, simple, easy
Classic, comfortable, elegant
Classic, comfortable, with flair
My personal style is casual, comfortable and funky.
Sporty, edgy, romantic
Preppy, unisex, smart
I really like a lot of the style descriptions here. I think many of them describe my own style. It would be fun to be able to see each other’s wardrobes!
Edgey, fun, color!
Color, classic, comfortable
colorful, comfortable & always accessories
Contemporary, comfortable & chic
Classic, timeless, fun
Casual, comfortable, easy!
Effortlessly elegant simplicity
Flattering, Versatile, Timeless
Casual, tailored, edgy
Classic, elegant, and yet!… iconic
Elegant, comfortable, chic
Boho Classic!
clean and well mended. 🙂
Classic, neutral and comfortable
Simple, sophisticated and classic!
Classic, yet creative
Eclectic, chic, comfortable!
Personal, positive & present
One of a kind
Simple, natural, layered
Casual, jeans, turquoise.
Classic unfussy layered
Classique, habille avec gout, engageant
Casual, comfortable, stylish
My style? Minimalist Scandi Gentlewoman.
random, comfortable, easy
hope springs eternal
classy, elegant, glamorous
Simple, French, chic
Classic, flexible, colorful
(FINALLY) coming into my own!
Comfortable, classic, grey.
Timeless, pared-down, punched-up
Colorful, appealing, comfortable
Radiant nostalgic whimsy!
Classic, bit trendy
Funky Casual Boho
Comfortable, classic, casual!
Classic, Effortless, Whimsical
Slightly flirty casual
Classic, comfortable, elegant
Classic meets cool
Creative, casual, comfy
Confident natural attractive
Bold, classic, confident! (Thanks, Susan!)
Comfortable, clean, classic!
Fashionable, functional, fun
Relaxed, easygoing, natural
relaxed, edgy, classic
Classic, Streamlined and avec bracelet!
Sleek, comfortable, trendy
Current, sassy, comfortable!
Long, lean, casual
Classic, fun, sassy
Casual, simple, and classic
Polished, structured. colourful
Relaxed, Classic, Comfortable
Relaxed, classic, comfortable
Classic and effortless with an edge
Polished, comfortable, traditional
Feminine, practical, comfortable.
Classic, comfy, easy
preppy, colorful, easy
Chic, considered, textural
Thrifty, skinny, gray
My style goals: graceful, relaxed, creative. I read your blog Susan, as research into how to achieve these in real life. You are a great role model!
Artistic, elegant, simple
Nature -inspired, casual, elegant.
Accessorized, unique, fashionable
Simple, classic, minimal
Classic, casual, brooches
Simple, classic, comfortable
Classic, slimming, easy.
Classic, sophisticated, comfortable!
audrey mary jackie (and in Audrey Hepburn, Mary Travers and Jackie O)
Classic and artsy!
Simple, Classic & Timeless
Classic, tailored, funky
Simple, classic, comfortable
Comfort, blue, sassy