What better time to stock up on some fashionable reading than with the start of the Chicago History Museum's new exhibition, ChicagoStyled, which is all about the history of fashion in Chicago? Even if you aren't a fashionista, these great books will keep you entertained over the holidays.
Who wouldn't love working in a vintage clothing store, especially one next to a donut shop? Veronica is more concerned with making her own vintage creations than making friends, at least until she starts her dream job. Now she's navigating false friends, bullies and new love. Erica S. Perl's Vintage Veronica has a great retro, hipster vibe and will speak to anyone trying to figure out their style.
Looking for a more bold fashion sense? You have to love a character that states she believes in costume rather than fashion. Lola and the Boy Next Door by Stephanie Perkins is all about being confident in yourself. Budding costume designer Lola has a good life going with her punk rocker boyfriend and her two dads, then her old crush moves in next door and messes everything up. Will her Marie Antoinette outfit be finished in time for the Winter Formal?
Maybe you're looking for something truly wild and unique? Freak Show by James St. James definitely deserves its sparkly, bright pink cover. Drag queen extraordinaire Billy Bloom moves to possibly the most unfashionable place in Florida. Dealing with his unstylish classmates, a stalker, a secret society and a Homecoming Queen competition that will go down in local history, Billy will keep you laughing through the whole book.
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