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Product Details

Hardcover: 177 pages
Publisher: Villard; 1st edition (July 12, 1988)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0394547047
ISBN-13: 978-0394547046
Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 0.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds

Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #331,681 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Elegant, yet sexy French Chic!, August 4, 2001

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If you are reading this review you may be wondering why is the book French Chic by Susan Sommers so expensive. This out of print beauty sells for upwards of $100 and climbing. Yet the book was published in 1988. Fashion books come and go, so why does French Chic continue to climb in price and how has it managed to develop a popularity with little publicity.The answer is simple. The book teaches step by step methods to attain the mystique of French Style and it is one of a kind. When I got my copy of the book I was stunned. Many of the outfits seemed somewhat dated. But as I read through the book, I was captivated. The bones of the book teach what has eluded foreign admirers for years. How to truly get "that look". The special chapter on 'What French Mothers Teach Their Daughters' says it all. Learning the tips on these few pages alone will make you unforgettable. In addition to the attitude and wardrobe of the French woman Summers covers the makeup. With the French the emphasis is on the lips. Though I prefer her cousin book, the less pricey "Italian Style" I have learned much from both books. Another wonderful book for those who enjoy "French Chic" is the harder to find (not even in Amazon's database) "French Style - How to Think, Dress and shop like a Frenchwoman" by Veronique Vienne. All are lovely books for those wishing to look fabulous, elegant and sexy with flair!

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5.0 out of 5 stars A True Jewel!, January 18, 2004

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Susan Sommers' French Chic brings that certain look casual chic of many Frenchwomen into the realm of possibility for the ordinary reader. Most American women have a closet full of mish-mash fashion and yet complain of having nothing to wear. You must have clothing anyway, so why not make wise, versatile purchases? Ms. Sommers' book will help you to do so. She offers several plans for formulating a wardrobe that can be applied whether one shops at Lord and Taylor or the local Target.

Highly recommended to those few women who dare to be chic.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Worthwhile, December 30, 2002

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Ignore the dated photos -- this book contains alot of advice that will: 1) Help you understand the basics required for a solid, versatile wardrobe (you need fewer pieces than you might think!); and 2) Give you plenty of ideas to help you be more creative with accessories. I recommend it.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Take what you like and leave the rest........
Well, folks, I just got back from two weeks in Paris. Yes, the pictures in this
book are dated. Yes, some of them are hilarious. Read more

Published 17 months ago by Leslie Maendl

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Book -- Except......
The fashions in the book are dated. However, the advice is excellent and fun to read.

Most of the tips are timeless and that is why this book is good... Read more

Published on October 24, 2006 by Amy R. Steppe

5.0 out of 5 stars dated, but fantastic
i ordered this book for a good price thinking i could re-sell it if it was terrible. i was nervous that it was so dated (88) and upon first glance it was. Read more

Published on September 23, 2006 by smf

1.0 out of 5 stars wow, glad I got this one from the library first. Saved me a pile of money for other better books.
Well the text IS interesting; but the suggestions are hugely out of date, which makes reading it like sifting thru a junk store box of "treasures" in search of the one jewel or... Read more

Published on July 26, 2006 by overtakenbyanap

3.0 out of 5 stars There Are Better Books On French Style
This book is so out of date that it is back in style again. This year, there is a return to 1980s-inspired clothing: leggings, volume over skinny, striped tops, big hair,... Read more

Published on July 15, 2006 by Mary R. Lauer

1.0 out of 5 stars More than just dated.... ANCIENT
I have no idea why this book got such raving reviews. Every week I get out a few fashion books from my local library. They help me to relax and give me design ideas. Read more

Published on March 6, 2006 by Dreamthought

5.0 out of 5 stars Definitive guide to French chic
OK, the photos are dated, but I think the curse of any book dealing with fashion and style is to become d�mod� the second it hits the bookstores. Read more

Published on November 14, 2005 by Carol H.

2.0 out of 5 stars Too dated to be useful
Believe it or not, I picked up this book at a library book sale for $.50 (sans dust jacket) about 8 years ago. Read more

Published on August 15, 2005 by GadgetChick

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS A GREAT PIECE OF WORK!!!!
I agree with the other reviewer who said to ignore the dated pics. If you have half a brain you can update the basic advice of the book to the year 2005 without much effort or... Read more

Published on June 21, 2005 by TK

4.0 out of 5 stars Not outdated though out of print
Not outdated though out of print, this book is a helpful guide to building a quality woman's wardrobe. Read more

Published on April 1, 2005 by silversurf

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