Fashion books are an unmatched resource for those new to the world of fashion or those looking to enhance their existing knowledge. These books offer distinctive insights into the lives of designers like Thom Browne and Rick Owens.

Additionally, Charlie Porter's examination of the Bloomsbury Group's wardrobes from the early 20th century offers a captivating exploration. Each book caters to a diverse range of readers, ensuring there is something to engage and fascinate everyone interested in the world of fashion.

Here are some of the best fashion books for your 2024 reading list. 

Burberry by Alexander Fury

Born in 1856, Burberry started as a small, family-run firm. Now flash forward to 2022 - this same name stands tall as a top-tier global luxury brand. "Burberry" is a part of Assouline's Legends Collection; it is an opulent visual feast. Over 200 drawings fill its five parts, all shedding light on the timeless trench coat style, famed Check design, and quintessentially British feel that mark Burberry out from the rest. This book is essential for fans of lasting chic - a hallmark of this revered fashion giant. It charts the transformation with rich detail: how a modest business bloomed into an emblem known worldwide for its elegance and quality.

More Rick Owens by Rick Owens and Danielle Levitt

The book on Rick Owens captures a transformative period in his influential fashion career, showcasing experimentation with shapes, materials, and unprecedented color use. It lavishly documents men's and women's collections, displaying Owens' collaboration with photographer Danielle Levitt.

A visual love letter to Owens' devoted following, this book continues where Rizzoli's previous monograph left off, depicting the evolution of his grunge-meets-glamour worldview, marked by grace, grit, structural transformation, and vibrant colors. The book highlights Owens' recent provocations and achieves a sublime unity through Levitt's portraiture, offering an essential volume for fashion enthusiasts.

Dior by Raf Simons by Tim Blanks

In "Dior by Raf Simons," we witness a shift; in 2012, Belgian modernist Raf Simons took charge at Dior. His fresh approach married the brand's romantic past with his edge-cutting style. Fashion expert Tim Blanks penned this work, capturing how Simons redefined Dior's haute couture from Fall 2012 to Fall 2015.

The book casts light on how music, stagecraft, and visual arts influenced his unique designs, breathing new life into high fashion with a bold mix of the traditional and avant-garde. This volume marks number six in an expansive set that pays homage to each visionary behind Dior's enduring allure. 

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Bring No Clothes by Charlie Porter

In "Bring No Clothes," Charlie Porter explores the roots of modern fashion by delving into the wardrobes of six members of the Bloomsbury Group from the early twentieth century. Porter unveils their styles, from E. M. Forster's restrained attire to Vanessa Bell's creative hems, providing insights into fashion's role in liberation or patriarchal control.

As Porter investigates archives and creates his clothing, the narrative evolves into a captivating exploration of the interconnectedness between attire, creativity, philosophy, and life, urging readers to embrace a new way of thinking, acting, and loving.

I Care a Lotta, I Wear Collina Strada by Collina Strada and Charlie Engman

In 2008, Hillary Taymour brought Collina Strada to life in New York. Her brand now shines in this wild vault. It breathes bold hues and free forms into a city known for its stark looks. Here, loud dyes and jewel-encrusted drink flasks show off a fierce urge to break norms. Her label stands as an icon of style freedom and earth care.

Utilizing reinterpreted deadstock materials and promoting social and environmental change, Collina Strada stands out for its interconnectedness and thoughtful production. The volume, art-directed by Charlie Engman, presents an exciting style compendium, inspiring confidence, consciousness, and radical individuality. 

Carolina Herrera: Colormania by Carolina Herrera and Wes Gordon

Wes Gordon collaborated with photographer Elizaveta Porodina to capture the sophistication and modern femininity of Carolina Herrera in a vividly hued volume. Inspired by dance and the brand's bold color signature, the images feature models and dancers in motion, reflecting the vibrant energy of Herrera's evolving collections.

Ethereal beauties showcase sweeping ballgowns and dramatic silhouettes arranged by the chroma wheel. The collaborative series, initiated over Zoom in 2020, presents a dreamy, otherworldly light through Porodina's timeless, painterly style. The tome encapsulates the fantastical universe of Beauty that has defined Carolina Herrera's designs over the past four years. 

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