True Style is What's Underneath: The Self-Acceptance Revolution

A new kind of style book with the inspiring and empowering message that true style is self-acceptance profiling stylish influencers and celebrities who defy the cookie-cutter looks of todays fashion magazines. The mother-daughter team behind the enormously popular websites StyleLikeU and Whats Underneath profile trendsetting artists and creatives of all ages body types races and genders to embrace how self-expression and self-acceptance are the most important means of achieving personal style. Featuring people with original and creative style such as actress Lea DeLaria who embraces her butch style with whimsy and humor; model and Miley Cyrusmuse Melanie Gaydos who lives with a genetic disorder and who sees beauty as a state of being that she has achieved; designer Betsey Johnson who continues to exert creative genius into her 70s; or Tallulah Willis who has learned to keep a positive self-image in todays negative tabloid culture. A wealth of photographs reflects each persons unique look while interviews reveal how their journey affects and informs their style. Throughout the book the authors include inspiring manifestos such as: Disentangle Style from Fashion; Dress to Express Your Inner Spirit; Beauty Is a State of Mind; and Turn Your Struggles Into Strengths. By illustrating that personal style emanates from ones comfort with oneself this volume powerfully demonstrates that true style is whats underneath.