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Colin Cowie Chic : The Guide to Life as It Should Be

by Colin Cowie
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Live a chic, gracious life on any budget.

If you're looking for practical advice on how to create a sophisticated lifestyle, "Colin Cowie Chic" is the perfect guidebook. With step-by-step instructions on everything from decorating your home, to entertaining guests, to traveling and excelling in the workplace, this book is the ultimate tool for achieving elegance and style in all aspects of your life. Colin's unique charm and confidence shine through in his writing, making this a fun and engaging read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Colin Cowie Chic : The Guide to Life as It Should Be

by Colin Cowie
$6.91 Now $3.90 Save 44% more
ISBN: 9780307341792
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $39.90
Authors: Colin Cowie
Publisher: Potter Style
Date of Publication: 2007-12-31
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Personal Development, Food & Drink, Travel
Related Topics: Food and Drink, Personal Development, Travelogue, Guidebook, How To
Goodreads rating: 3.79
(rated by 109 readers)

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A handbook for living well in the twenty-first centuryFrom legendary lifestyle expert Colin Cowie comes the last word in living a gracious, sensuous life on any budget. Colin draws back the curtain on his own chic, passionate, 120-miles-per-hour life, revealing how to create and entertain in an inviting home, garner respect in the workplace, and travel with ease and comfort. No matter how or where you live, or whatever your personal style may be, Colin Cowie Chic will place you on the fast track to experiencing life to the fullest.This immensely practical handbook offers step-by-step instructions on everything from workplace etiquette to the art of no-sweat, fuss-free travel. Colin also takes the guesswork out of navigating today’s social situations with the kind of charm and confidence that will get you invited back anywhere you want!The invaluable details he shares Essential comforts for every roomKitchen decorating ideasStorage and organization shortcutsKnow-how for being or hosting a guestA wine-and-cheese primerOptions for stunning table settingsA no-fail hangover cureUnbeatable jet-lag remediesRoad-trip guidelinesA must-have packing listTips for motivating employees and coworkersDesk etiquette for the officeAnd much more!Packed with detailed lists, gorgeous photographs, and helpful illustrations, this is the only guidebook you’ll ever need to live a beautiful, elegant life (as you should!).
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Live a chic, gracious life on any budget.

If you're looking for practical advice on how to create a sophisticated lifestyle, "Colin Cowie Chic" is the perfect guidebook. With step-by-step instructions on everything from decorating your home, to entertaining guests, to traveling and excelling in the workplace, this book is the ultimate tool for achieving elegance and style in all aspects of your life. Colin's unique charm and confidence shine through in his writing, making this a fun and engaging read.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.