LITTLE BOOK OF CALIFORNIA STYLE – Deirdre Clemente

"From the boardwalk to the red carpet, and from the desert to the mountains, California is a state of staggering variety – and that applies to its fashion, too. The fashion story of the golden state features everything from Levi s, skateboarding and West Coast hip-hop to Barbie, old Hollywood and Chicano style. With over 100 images exploring California s most iconic inhabitants, designers and signature styles, and with chapters on shopping and what to wear, this gorgeous book captures this starry state s style DNA. Contents include: – Western, cowboy and cowgirl style – Sportswear – Classic California designers including Addie Masters, Bonnie Cashin, James Galanos, Cole of California, Adrian, Bob Mackie, L Tanya, Catalina, Edith Head – The California garment industry – Hollywood style: Back to the Future, The Wizard of Oz, Clueless, The Wild One, True Romance, Vertigo, Grease – Icons of the state: Joan Crawford, Pamela Anderson, Will Smith, the Beach Boys, Tupac, the Black Panthers – Ski and snowboard style – Hiking and outdoor style – Surfers, skaters, Valley girls, rappers, drivers and riders"