This deluxe book showcases the unique costumes of the Star Trek saga, taking in fifty years of iconic and hugely influential designs. Drawing on the entire franchise, including all twelve films and six TV series, Star Trek: Costumes explores the creation of some of the most memorable garb in the galaxy, telling the complete story of how Star Trek's outlandishly chic wardrobe has been expanded in increasingly thrilling ways throughout the years. From the classic Starfleet uniforms and daringly provocative outfits of The Original Series to flowing Vulcan robes, flamboyant Ferengi fashions, and formidable Klingon wedding attire, Star Trek: Costumes explores how these designs have played a key role in transporting fans to distant worlds and alien cultures over the last five decades. Filled with exclusive photography, stills from the saga, rare concept art, and other striking visuals, Star Trek: Costumes also focuses on the talented individuals who have brought the Star Trek universe to life, including original costume designer William Ware Theiss and his successors, Robert Fletcher, Robert Blackman, and, most recently, Michael Kaplan. Featuring extensive information on the creation of ... [Read More]

'He's got me spot on' Elton John‘Anyone who can read will admire the intelligence, the detail and the robust good sense of this biography. It captures the flavour of the times every bit as distinctively as it captures the personality of Elton John’ Sunday TelegraphElton John is one of the biggest stars in the world, a man whose extraordinary career has resulted in timeless songs and sold-out world tours. But how did the sensitive boy from Pinner, who started out pounding the piano in a pub, become such an iconic figure?Philip Norman’s acclaimed biography paints a frank but sympathetic portrait, from Elton’s rise to success to the attempted suicides, from Watford football club chairman to flamboyant Versace shopaholic, from the draining addictions to his turbulent personal relationships and the extraordinary moment in Westminster Abbey when ‘Candle in the Wind’ turned into a requiem for his friend Diana Princess of Wales.Covering the first five decades of Elton’s life, setting him in the context of the changing music scene, this is a vivid, perceptive, superbly researched account of a musical legend.

When a teenage RazorCandi first started posting deathrock portraits of herself, shot by her twin sister, to LiveJournal, she became one of the first social media stars. Thousands of photos, and dozens of magazine covers later, and with a cosmetology degree under her studded belt, RazorCandi is a true master of style and personal transformation. She meticulously sketches out her makeup and clothing and props beforehand, to create a fully designed character for every shoot. Best known for her deathrock, gothic, and punk looks, RazorCandi also dabbles in cosplay and classic pinup. As a visual artist, she has taken her loves of painting and music to turn herself into a living breathing work of art. This coffee table book collects up a spectrum of her best images from a body of work spanning more than a decade and still going strong."RazorCandi has carved out her own territory in the world of goth and fetish fashion with electrifying pictorials showcasing her intense and unique look. Body modification, corsetry, pin-up style glam and bondage-inspired looks are all fodder for Razor’s restless mind." –Ed Grabianowski, Gothic.net"Deathrock icon ... Raising the bar for and inspiring fas... [Read More]

A boldly rendered twentieth-century fashion history spans the entire tempestuous century, featuring the key stylistic periods, designers, and celebrities who moved fashion along at its frenetic pace, with contributions from Andrea Affaticati, Gerda Buxbaum, Deanna Ferneti Cera, Carlo Ducci, Jane Milosch, and others.

Published to coincide with the national touring art exhibit "Apron Strings: Ties to the Past," Aprons is a nostalgic celebration of those heartwarming symbols of hearth and home and American family life. With 90 full-color photographs of exquisite vintage aprons, plus cultural anecdotes, history, and quotes from writers, designers, and generations of American women, this unique art book celebrates the utilitarian garment that evolved into a fashion statement.

The tale of Maleficent is one that teaches every king to invite even the most wicked of fairy witches to your party. If you don't, your child will end up with a curse upon their head to prick a finger on a spinning wheel on their 16th birthday. That is just what Maleficent did when King Stefan did not include her in the celebration of Princess Aurora's birth. This is one witch that knows she is not one to be messed with.Now you can have your own Disney villain as part of your collectible collection when you pick up this POP Disney Maleficent Vinyl Figure! - Figure

A legendary fashion designer for Barbie shares the story of her adventures working behind-the-scenes at Mattel, and spotlights the creations that transformed the world’s most famous doll into a style icon in this beautifully designed book—published in commemoration of Barbie’s sixtieth anniversary—illustrated with 100 full-color photographs, including many never-before-seen images of rare and one-of-a-kind pieces from the author’s private archive.Dressing Barbie is a dazzling celebration of the clothes that made America’s favorite doll, and the incredible woman behind them. For thirty-five years, Carol Spencer enjoyed an unparalleled reign as a Barbie fashion designer, creating some of Barbie’s most iconic looks from the early 1960s until the late 1990s.Barbie’s wide-ranging wardrobe—including princess gowns and daisy-print rompers, flirty sundresses and smart pantsuits— combined fashion trends and haute couture with a liberal dose of fantasy. In Dressing Barbie, the successful and prolific designer reminisces about her time at Mattel working with legendary figures such as Ruth Handler, Barbie’s creator, and Charlotte Johnson, the original Barbie designer, and... [Read More]

Chanel's combination of tradition, originality and style has always made it the most seductive of brands. Here the House of Chanel opens its private archives, revealing a galaxy of brilliant designs created by Coco Chanel from the 1920s onwards, and now reinterpreted to become the motifs for brand new garments, accessories and beauty products. Inspired by the House's signature fragrance, the legendary ‘Chanel No 5’, the book explores five central themes – the suit, the camellia, jewelry, fragrances and make-up, and the little black dress – and follows the threads from past to present to show how these key items have been rediscovered and reinvented by fashion designers working in the footsteps of their illustrious predecessors. This visual journey is enhanced by previously unpublished archive photographs and original drawings by Karl Lagerfeld, as well as glorious images from some of the greatest names in fashion photography. Dazzling clothes, intricate accessories, beautiful models and timeless design leave no doubt as to the lasting fame of the brand and embody everything that has come to symbolize the magic of Chanel. llustrations: 159

You can’t go wrong with a Captain Underpants costume this Halloween. Honestly. It’s funny, it’s a perfect conversation starter, and it’s also heroic! Wearing your signature red cape with black polka-dots, your foam padded jumpsuit with white undies, and your big smiling face mask, you’ll be the life of the party in a second. The Captain Underpants Deluxe Child Costume is a giant hit. This Halloween, wear it and take down all of your ridiculous enemies: Dr. Diaper, Wedgie Woman, and don't forget Sir Stinks A Lot! When it comes to stopping crime, nobody does it better than the famous

You'll look fit to run the Playboy empire with this costume. The Men's Playboy Smoking Jacket Adult Costume features a red belted jacket with the Playboy logo on the back and a pipe. This comfortable ensemble will have you looking right at home in the midst of Playboy Bunnies

You'll be dressed to impress this Halloween! This sensational Playtime Bunny outfit is so sexy, you'll be the center of attention at your Halloween event! This fantastic look features a black bodysuit with a frilly black petticoat and skirt! You tall bunny ears add a flirtatious touch! Add the bow in black and white for a classy look! You'll experience a fun Halloween in this Playtime Bunny