April 23rd has always held a special kind of
magic. In Zaragoza, it’s the day we celebrate San Jorge, when the city
comes alive with flowers and words. The streets fill with open-air book stalls,
passionate booksellers who know each title like an old friend, and readers
strolling unhurriedly, gently touching book covers as if choosing a new story
to take home.
I remember walking through the heart of the
city with my uncle, “on the hunt for the perfect book.” He taught me that books
are chosen not just for their stories, but for the feelings they evoke on the
first page, for their scent, their texture, and the promises whispered in their
silences. For every book we bought, we received a rose—a tradition, a tiny,
beautiful ritual.
Maybe that’s why, every spring, I feel the urge
to walk those streets again. And today, I want to share with you some of my
favorite fashion and lifestyle books—books that inspire me, that stay with me,
and that also make beautiful and meaningful gifts for anyone who appreciates
style and aesthetics.
Love x Style x Life – Garance Doré
A love letter to personal style and effortless elegance. Garance writes like
she's chatting with you in a cozy Parisian café.
More than just fashion tips, she offers a witty, warm, and authentic take on
how we dress, how we present ourselves to the world, and how we find our
personal style. Ideal if you’re looking for real-life fashion inspiration with that signature
French charm.
The Little Dictionary of Fashion – Christian Dior
Originally published in 1954, this timeless gem is still a go-to for lovers of
classic elegance.
Don’t expect trend guides, but rather timeless fashion wisdom—from silhouettes
and proportions to attitude and grace. Perfect for anyone who loves vintage haute couture and iconic fashion history.
Dress Scandinavian – Pernille Teisbaek
Minimalist fashion meets Nordic aesthetics. In this book, Pernille shows how to
build a capsule wardrobe with key pieces that stand the test of time.
Her approach is honest, simple, and full of soul. A must-read for fans of quiet
luxury, clean lines, and contemporary style.
Fashion: A History from the 18th to the 20th Century – Taschen
A true visual masterpiece. This is the kind of fashion coffee table book you’ll
want to admire like a gallery. Packed with photography and historical references, it traces the evolution of
fashion—from corsets to couture. Ideal if you’re passionate about fashion as visual culture, history, and
wearable art.
El arte de vestirse bien – Eugenia de la
Torriente
A local favorite written from the lens of editorial experience, but in a
practical, honest, and down-to-earth voice. This book is about dressing without fear, without costume, and without getting
lost in fleeting trends. If you're looking for a stylish yet realistic fashion guide with a focus on
personal identity and practical elegance—this is the one.
Gifting a book is gifting a story, a pause, a possibility... And when it’s a book about style, it’s also a chance to offer a fresh
perspective on oneself. Because getting dressed is a form of
storytelling—through textures, shapes, and colors. Some books change the way you see fashion. Others, the way you see the world.
So this April 23rd, if you're out walking in your city, maybe you’ll find books in the plazas, roses on street corners, and that feeling that words are floating gently through the air.
Do you have a fashion or style book that
inspires you?
Leave it in the comments—I’d love to keep growing this shared little fashion
library.
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