Reveals the fashion industry as never before. Written by fashion journalist and bestselling author Karen Homer and featuring stunning original illustrations, this beautiful book contains a wealth of information every fashionista should know. Fashion: The Essential Visual Guide to the World of Style reveals the fashion industry as never before. Written by fashion journalist and bestselling author Karen Homer and featuring stunning original illustrations, this beautiful book contains a wealth of information every fashionista should know, including: The story behind the most iconic fabrics and prints How glasses became the ultimate fashion accessory The Little Black Dress Family Tree The Metrosexual - how men became fashionable Fashion photographers and the art of airbrushing The world's most expensive underwear Plus, spotlights on key figures and brands in the industry, such as Alexander McQueen, Tom Ford, Audrey Hepburn, Hermes, Christian Louboutin, Prada and Manolo Blahnik.