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Double Take: The Art of the Celebrity Makeover [Paperback]

Devon Cass (Author), John Filimon (Author)
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)


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November 1997
Transform yourself into your favorite celebrity!

How would you like to look like Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Oprah Winfrey or Howard Stern?

Well, maybe not Howard Stern....but if you long to have the grace and style of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, the breathy sexiness of Marilyn Monroe, the spunkiness of Whoopi Goldberg or the bad-boy charisma of Rod Stewart, let Devon Cass help you in his new book, "Double Take, " which shows you how to use makeup, wigs and fabulous accessories to transform yourself into a celebrity.

Photographer and noted Cher impersonator Devon Cass teams up with CNN's "Style with Elsa Klensch" writer John Filimon to create a stunning book that not only celebrates the drama, spirit and artistry of celebrity impersonations but shows you exactly how you can turn yourself into your favorite star. With striking photos and step-by-step instructions, "Double Take" demonstrates how a little lip-liner here, a plucked eyebrow there, the right wig, to-die-for clothes and accessories, judicious padding and, most important, a killer attitude, can make anyone's dreams of stardom come true. You can also use these basic tips in your everyday regimen to have Cher's eyes, Diana Ross' luscious lips or Marlene Dietrich's distinctive cheekbones.

Devon Cass works his magic on a wide variety of ordinary people, transforming them into dead ringers for such celebrities as Eddie Murphy, Mariah Carey, Grace Jones, Robert De Niro, Judy Garland, Bette Midler, Liza Minnelli and, yes, even Howard Stern. Gorgeously illustrated and engagingly written, "Double-Take" is a dazzling tribute to the world of fantasy and make-believe.


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About the Author

Devon Cass is an up-and-coming fashion artist and photographer who lives in New York City, where he has made numerous appearances as Cher. He appeared in the film To Wong Foo,Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 278 pages
  • Publisher: ReganBooks; 1st edition (November 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0060988061
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060988067
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.7 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,117,119 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars INCREDIBLE!!!, May 5, 1999
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This review is from: Double Take: The Art of the Celebrity Makeover (Paperback)
Devon takes you on a journey through transformation at its finest!You can learn all new and exciting make-up tips to better improve your everyday make-up ability.As well as being privy to make-overs that will blow your mind.Cher'Madonna and Liz would be proud! Either become your favorite star or create your own with Double Take you wont be dissapointed!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Incredible transformations, a bit slim on the details, November 11, 2000
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This review is from: Double Take: The Art of the Celebrity Makeover (Paperback)
This book is an incredible photographic documentation of the power of makeup, etc; and you will understand how much you can transform yourself when you see Devon Cass turn himself into Cher. Many of the transformations are just incredible--in particular my jaw dropped at Cher, the guy who did Marilyn, and the woman who did Mariah Carey. And there is lots of information on how to get there, with fascinating half-face makeup shots, advice on wardrobe, and even famous lines of the stars to give you something to say once you've gotten there. I dare say, though, that this book is, for most people, going to be something to gawk at rather than a guide to a halloween costume. Too often necessary details are missing--you are told what to get, then sometimes it is kind of "then go ahead and put it on the way Cher does"....not all that helpful all the time. But still, there's tons here, and lots of people will enjoy this book--I'd heartily recommend it for all you crossdressers out there; buy two and give one to a friend!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars As a celebrity impersonator, I found Devon's tips invaluable, January 9, 1999
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As a celebrity impersonator who performs as Neil Diamond, I found Devon's make-up tips invaluable. In addition to featuring people who naturally resemble the celebrities whom they impersonate (such as Bette Midler as Gloria Estefan), Devon transformed a male who bore no natural resemblance to Liza or Ru Paul and made him over to resemble each. Amazing! I would recommend this book to anyone, in show biz or not, because it is most entertaining and informative. Tom Sadge.
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