A celebrity fashion stylist reveals the tricks of her trade and shows women of all sizes how to pull together their own polished, individual look.

Whether she’s petite, average, or plus size, every woman has experienced the frustration of searching for flattering clothes. In The Pocket Stylist every reader can have a consultation with her own personal stylist and use the author’s behind-the-scenes wardrobe wisdom:
- Taking her true measurements—from eight different body zones—to ensure an attractive fit based on the reader’s unique silhouette and the proportions that will flatter it best
- Why ready-to-wear isn’t, and how and when to use a tailor for a custom fit
- The best fabrics for your unique silhouette
- How to balance trends with the classic, indispensable pieces that are the backbone of any well-conceived wardrobe
- What "closet archaeology" can unearth and reveal about your wardrobe needs
- Why the right lingerie makes a critical difference in the fit of your clothes
- Tips from other experts on the beauty principles that ground your everyday look— Bobbi Brown and Sonja Kashuk for makeup and Kevin Mancuso for hair—offer backstage access
- Accessories that give an outfit an individual look and that no versatile wardrobe should be without

Best of all, The Pocket Stylist features specifically edited shopping lists for various body types. Four "styled" looks for each silhouette—from jeans-casual to cocktails—illustrate ideal proportion and fit. The reader becomes Kendall Farr’s client and will learn to shop and dress herself like a pro. The Pocket Stylist delivers the behind the camera expertise of a veteran stylist in one purse-size indispensable guide.

The Pocket... Confusion? (1.0)

I am opening up a Fashion Consulting business where I live. To better prepare myself, I bought plenty of reading material, and started with this book. I've found these problems:

1. It is so packed full of information, it's hard to keep it all straight.

2. She uses wording that doesn't make sense to the average, normal shopper.

3. Like everyone else said, no photos. How are you supposed to know what she means without a photo?

4. She claims women who follow runway are fashion disasters. She claims they have no personal style. For someone who likes to follow runway, that's insulting.

She likes to talk about her credentials, and name drop designers. She says Banana Republic is a great place for people without a lot of money to shop because the prices are right. For who?! BR is expensive for the average American.

The closet thing... that was ridiculous to me. The organizations skills were great, but what to keep and get rid of astonished me. I got the impression that she wants women walking around in plain, boring clothes. That's not me at all. I don't wear clothes with advertising all over them, but I don't wear boring plain things either. And that's MY personal style.

Stylist review (5.0)

Received it before the intended date of delivery. Is in great condition, have not read yet, but will be soon. Thanks for the quick delivery.

Great for mom's who need a beauty boost! (5.0)

As a mother of three young children, with little time for shopping, my wardrobe and sense of style has really plummeted. Now I should mention that I've never really been into fashion or had much of a fashion sense. But I used to at least try to stay in style. But now I mostly wear my North Face yoga pants and long sleeve T's with my running shoes! And because I'm super petite, I hardly have time to find a decent long sleeve T that fits. I picked this book up at Borders along with the updated Color Me Beautiful (my mom had used this years ago) a few weeks ago when I was out Christmas shopping. This is the first review I've ever written, and I'm writing it because this book is fantastic. Maybe there are other good books like this out but if you are someone like me who needs a little help in the fashion department, this book is just so helpful. For the last few years, it has seemed that every time I went shopping, I'd leave with nothing and feel so discouraged, thinking that everything was cut for someone super tall and super skinny. I'd walk into the mall or even a store and feel overwhelmed by all the choices. So I pretty much avoided shopping for myself. (Not that I have much time to do this anyway) I feel like this book has given me the tools to weed out styles that might not work, but also helped me to see that getting a decent outfit that fits well takes work and takes trying on lots of things until you find the right fit. So in addition to giving some help on body type and style, the book also gives lots of tips on what shoes to buy, undergarments, hosiery, jeans, bags, sunglasses. There are tips for petite women and tips for larger women. The author suggests a closet clean out, where you try literally every item on and evaluate it. (She tells you how to do this) After reading the book I did this and had a ball (however, I also don't have tons of clothes, so it wasn't too challenging). After doing this I could clearly see why I never felt like I had anything to wear. I didn't! Most of my stuff was either old, the wrong fit, or for spring. Armed with this book tucked in my small purse, (and with a better idea of what colors are good for me (via Color Me Beautiful) - I went shopping. And using the tips she gave, I left proudly with two simple, but well fitting outfits. I felt like I was able to be a lot more confident and decisive in my decisions. What a great feeling. This book didn't make me feel like I had to go out and spend a ton of money, or even buy designer items, but what it did was give me the tools I needed to look my best. Get it! If you are a normal, everyday person like me, who doesn't have much time for shopping anywhere but Lands End, buy this book. You'll love it!

Very helpful (5.0)

This is a great book for all ages. The information is valuable for looking your best.

For bigger women it's kinda dated. (1.0)

I'm a big girl. My dress zise is an 20 and my pant size is a 14. I have a big bust and big tummy and compartivlly smaller legs. The Author list several stores for big women but most of them are no longer around. I would like to wear nice clothes but i can't afford 200 for a causual dress at Norstums. And i can't shop at Lane Bryant because they make their clothes of pear shaped women. This Books is great for then women that need help. But if your a size 14 and up this books is a wast of time and money.