Fashion

The 5 Best Coffee-Table Books

Styling Your Home With Personal Inspiration

By Nancy Gutierrez // Sep 14, 2015

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Smaller than the average coffee table book, 'The Little Dictionary of Fashion' can turn your guests into overnight fashionistas. Christian Dior did a perfect job of compiling every necessity and basic that all fashion-conscious beings should own and/or be aware of. (Photo courtesy of Where to Get It)

"The Little Dictionary of Fashion" by Christian Dior

"Kate Spade New York: Things We Love"

"Vouge: The Covers" by Dodie Kazanjian

"The World According to Karl" by Sandrine Gulbenkian

"To Audrey With Love" by Hubert de Givenchy

Kate Spade is the definition of colorful and fun. Pops of color are always bold statements, and this book is filled with them. (Photo courtesy of Fashion Style Blog)

"The Little Dictionary of Fashion" by Christian Dior

"Kate Spade New York: Things We Love"

"Vouge: The Covers" by Dodie Kazanjian

"The World According to Karl" by Sandrine Gulbenkian

"To Audrey With Love" by Hubert de Givenchy

Every fashionista loves a bit of history, especially fashion history. 'Vogue: The Covers' chronicles what has defined fashion for the past 120 years. Dating back to 1892, this book highlights more than 300 covers that define style. (Photo courtesy of Style is Not For Sale)

"The Little Dictionary of Fashion" by Christian Dior

"Kate Spade New York: Things We Love"

"Vouge: The Covers" by Dodie Kazanjian

"The World According to Karl" by Sandrine Gulbenkian

"To Audrey With Love" by Hubert de Givenchy

Karl Lagerfeld brings his fashion wisdom to the pages of this book through black and white illustrations and infamous quotes. Unpredictable and provocative, this book will captivate and thrill your guests.
(Photo courtesy of Condé Nast)

"The Little Dictionary of Fashion" by Christian Dior

"Kate Spade New York: Things We Love"

"Vouge: The Covers" by Dodie Kazanjian

"The World According to Karl" by Sandrine Gulbenkian

"To Audrey With Love" by Hubert de Givenchy

Fashion sketches are the blueprints of a collection before it’s brought to life and are usually inspired by somewhere or someone. 'To Audrey With Love' showcases annotated fashion sketches by Hubert de Givenchy, who dedicated them to his longlife friend, Audrey Hepburn. A fun and bright mixture of fashion and art will have guests seeking their own muse. (Photo courtesy of Barnes and Noble)

"The Little Dictionary of Fashion" by Christian Dior

"Kate Spade New York: Things We Love"

"Vouge: The Covers" by Dodie Kazanjian

"The World According to Karl" by Sandrine Gulbenkian

"To Audrey With Love" by Hubert de Givenchy

The fashionista’s home defines who she is and can showcase the sources of her inspiration. From modern chic to girly and classic, this lady knows how to style her home as well as her wardrobe. The most iconic place is her living room —and more specifically the coffee table.

Coffee-table books are the perfect way to showcase your charismatic style and enliven guests and visitors. From Kate Spade to Karl Lagerfeld, these inspiring titles will make a lasting impression.