The Wardrobe Wakeup: Your Guide to Looking Fabulous at Any Age

This book is the first thing I've ever returned to Amazon. I bought it because I read a favorable review in the newspaper but it turns out the review was misleading.

This book is written for wealthy women in the size 2 to 6 range. If I had a boat load of money and was size 2 to 6, I wouldn't need any help with my wardrobe.

The photos were not helpful. She occasionally spoke of types of clothing that I'd never heard of -a photo would have clarified.

She describes different ways to tie scarves. Really? Describes?! Of all places where photos or, at least, diagrams -or both -would be expected.

There's no index, which hints at how casually the book is organized. If there's something specific you want to know about, good luck. You have to go hunting and maybe you'll find it, if you have the patience.

My advice -save your money. Borrow the book from the library and glean what few useful tips you can.

Every woman over 40 MUST read this marvelous book! Lois makes looking your best attainable, practical, fun and eye opening.

There are wonderful ideas about revamping clothes that seem dated, dressing appropriately and discovering your own personal

style. I love the fact that all of the models are real women over 40. They're NOT professional models and yet they look terrific.

They are confident in themselves and their appearance. I've been waiting a long time for a book that really cares about the beauty

of aging. Lois has really addressed this subject with sensitivity, knowledge and imagination. Thank you, Lois!! I've ordered 8 copies;

great gifts for every woman I know.

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This book was such a disappointment. The book is a collection of tips and tricks, very few of which I'd ever use. (Wear a cardigan with sleeves tied around your waist instead of a skirt?! C'mon.) The tone and voice in this book was completely different from The Makeup Wakeup, which she co-authored with makeup artist Sandi Linter. While The Makeup Wakeup offered straightforward and no-nonsense practical advice for a variety of specific issues, this book was full of fluff delivered in a cloying "girlfriend" tone. The author's favorite catchphrase was, "Me too! Same thing!" which was repeated many times, even when it didn't make any sense in the context. I guess that was meant to communicate, "See! You and I are exactly alike! Except I am a former fashion editor! Let me show you my scrapbook! That's me with Lauren Hutton. . ."

There were one or two women in the book whose styles I admired, but many looked like they need a fashion makeover. (Me too! Same thing!)

Unlike The Makeup Wakeup, which was full of specific, step-by-step advice, this book offered almost nothing about about color, body type, fit, or different types of cuts/fabrics in skirts or jackets. . . really nothing that I would expect to see in a fashion advice text. Instead, there were a lot of little fashion-mag style blurbs, like "stop wearing short minis" and "leopard is the new neutral." (I guess so, if you want to look like a cougar.)

I bought this book after borrowing (and reluctantly returning to the library) The Makeup Wakeup. I wish I'd bought that book instead.

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THE WARDROBE WAKEUP book is like a great mystery suspence story...Once you read the first page, you can't put it down! Lois shares the knowledge of an industry pro with the gleeful sensitivity of having your best friend telling you what she really thinks. This book is so visually appealing and helpful, I am recommending or gifting it to every woman I know who loves fashion and wants to find or enhance the look that's right for her.

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My closet has nice pants/jeans, dresses, tops, sweaters, etc. But I always have the hardest time pulling together an outfit that really looks great. After reading Lois' book I have a lot more confidence in mixing things up and feeling that I've come up with a great combination, that has that something special. What makes it look chic and stylish can be elusive. I just felt that I didn't have the knack for it, but I was wrong. I just needed some guidance. Thanks Lois!

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