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Behind Every Itch Is a Back Story: The Struggles of Growing Up With a Rash

by Daniel Boey
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Behind Every Itch Is a Back Story: The Struggles of Growing Up With a Rash
Behind Every Itch Is a Back Story: The Struggles of Growing Up With a Rash

A comedic journey through fashion, allergies, resilience.

Daniel Boey's candid memoir isn't just enlightening for those with skin conditions—it's a dose of inspiration with a side of humor. He addresses the intersection of personal struggles and professional successes in a way that's refreshingly honest. If overcoming adversity stylishly is your kind of tale, you'll find his story a perfect blend of relatable and fashionable triumphs. Plus, his resilience in the cutthroat fashion industry, despite his eczema, is testament to the power of a can-do attitude.

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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Behind Every Itch Is a Back Story: The Struggles of Growing Up With a Rash

by Daniel Boey
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ISBN: 9789814779265
Authors: Daniel Boey
Publisher: Marshall Cavendish International (Asia) Pte Ltd
Date of Publication: 2018-03-07
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, Personal Development
Related Topics: Biography, Memoir, Autobiography, Mental Health, Inspirational, Personal Development
Goodreads rating: 4.25
(rated by 4 readers)

Description

Who would have thought that the Godfather of Singapore Fashion actually suffers from a severe skin condition known as eczema? It is incurable and, in his case, prone to breakouts when he is stressed, consumes seafood and dairy products, or comes in contact with grass and even his own sweat. How did he pursue his dreams despite it all? In this tell-all, Daniel Boey reveals his personal experiences struggling with various allergic eruptions. He was slathered in calamine lotion as a child, was teased and felt awkward in school, had terrible reactions during National Service, partied hard in university and finished it with a rashy bang. More obstacles were in store as he climbed up the fashion career ladder, all while managing his skin and sinuses with medicine, treatments and remedies. Nevertheless, with a little help from his friends, he finds that life can still be adventurous and fabulous even if one has many allergies. Through it all, he proves to himself and others that attitude is more important than appearance, even in the fashion industry. Never losing enthusiasm, Boey carries on with a hop and a skip and a pouch full of pills.
 

A comedic journey through fashion, allergies, resilience.

Daniel Boey's candid memoir isn't just enlightening for those with skin conditions—it's a dose of inspiration with a side of humor. He addresses the intersection of personal struggles and professional successes in a way that's refreshingly honest. If overcoming adversity stylishly is your kind of tale, you'll find his story a perfect blend of relatable and fashionable triumphs. Plus, his resilience in the cutthroat fashion industry, despite his eczema, is testament to the power of a can-do attitude.

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.