by Kate Spade New York (Author)
New York Times Bestseller!
"For many women, 'Kate Spade' didn't mean a handbag or even a New York designer--rather, it represented something bigger: a milestone purchase, an achievement, a first investment in one's self." --Glamour
In this charming guide to entertaining, kate spade new york throws rigid rules out the door and shares unpretentious ideas for the modern-day hostess that are easy, festive, authentic, and always with an air of deliberate polish. This small, beautifully designed book is a perfect gift, filled with:
- How-tos
- Personal essays
- Anecdotes
- Table setting
- Recipes
- Advice on manners
- A liberal dash of style
- And much more!
The joy, advice, and good taste here will transform you into the hostess everyone wants an invitation from. The book covers essential lost arts--like how to shuck an oyster, curate a vibrant guest list, and guide a dinner-table discussion--right alongside modern conundrums such as Instagram etiquette at dinner.
Since its launch in 1993 with six essential handbags, kate spade new york has stood for optimistic femininity. It's now a global life and style house filled with handbags, of course, but also clothes, shoes, jewelry, home décor, tech accessories, and so many other things that you use every day. Kate spade new york values thoughtful details and thinks a layer of polished ease looks (and feels) so chic.
Whether you entertain a little or a lot, or just love being the person everyone wants to sit next to at dinner,
all in good taste is the modern classic you'll treasure for years, and want to give as a gift to every hostess you know.
Disclaimer: The wine stain on the cover of the book is a design element and is intentional.
Author Biography
kate spade new york started with four people in 1993. it's grown a bit since then, but the charming dream-big, anything-is-possible mentality has stayed the same. in the past 20 years, the onetime handbag company has become a global lifestyle brand with shops around the world and categories including handbags, clothing, jewelry, shoes, stationery, accessories, fragrance, and home.
Number of Pages: 240
Dimensions: 0.9 x 9.1 x 7.1 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: October 27, 2015
