The best new fall books are beyond spectacular. Glorious, colorful, and enticing, enter the worlds they inspire, as recommended by our own bibliophile, Lance Avery Morgan.
HENRI CARTIER-BRESSON: PARIS REVISITED
By Henri Cartier-Bresson
He was known as the eye of the 20th century and is one of the world’s most acclaimed photographers. Paris was Cartier-Bresson’s home, on and off, for most of his life, and the photographs he took of the city and its people are some of his most recognizable and beloved images.
$60. At Thames&HudsonUSA.com.
THE MEN’S FASHION BOOK
By Jacob Gallagher
Take an unparalleled A–Z deep dive into the designers, photographers, icons, and other creatives who have produced and inspired the most memorable looks in menswear–and are still advancing today’s renaissance in men’s clothing and style. Perfect for any gent in your life.
$79.95. At Phaidon.com.
MONIQUE LHUILLIER: DREAMING OF FASHION AND GLAMOUR
By Monique Lhuillier
Some of the beloved superstar designer’s most memorable bridal and sumptuous red-carpet creations are highlighted, along with her ready-to-wear line, home and fragrance products, and other lifestyle initiatives. This book is just part of her brand’s larger 25th anniversary celebration.
$95. At RizzoliUSA.com
LAKE FLATO: THE HOUSES
By Oscar Riera Ojeda and Helen Thompson
Take a deeper look at this Texas firm’s most recent residential projects built in partnership with the land, rooted in its particular place, and responding in a meaningful way to the natural or built environment. This approach has served them well for the last 30 years and continues even more so today.
$85. At RizzoliUSA.com.
THE ROLLING STONES: UNZIPPED
By Anthony DeCurtis
For almost 60 years, the Rolling Stones have helped shape popular culture around the world. Unzipped traces their impact and influence on rock music, art, design, fashion, photography, and filmmaking. Packed with many never-before-seen photos, artwork, and memorabilia, you’ll be immersed in their glam rock atmosphere.
$65. At Thames&HudsonUSA.com.
FROM PALM BEACH TO SHANGRA LA
By Jane S. Day
The architecture of Marion Sims Wyeth defines one of the most preeminent design talents of his day. This richly illustrated book takes readers into the legendary abodes of Marjorie Merriweather Post and Doris Duke—Mar-a-Lago and Shangri La, respectively—as well as the less well-known but equally spectacular Hogarcito and La Claridad, to name but a few.
$75. At RizzoliUSA.com.
LIFE IN A FRENCH COUNTRY HOUSE: ENTERTAINING FOR ALL SEASONS
By Cordelia de Castellane
With tips and inspirations for living and entertaining à la française, you will delight in learning how to re-create chic French style for holiday celebrations, special events, and everyday occasions with seasonal tableware, recipes, interior design, and floral arrangements.
$50. At RizzoliUSA.com.
ATLAS OF INTERIOR DESIGN
By Dominic Bradbury
Here is an inspiring, unparalleled global tour of more than 400 captivating residential interiors from the past eight decades. From classic to contemporary, minimal to maximal, the homes included illuminate the design tropes unique to their location’s context, while others confound preconceived ideas of vernacular design to spectacular effect.
$89.95. At Phaidon.com
MUSÉE PICASSO PARIS
By Anne Baldassari
Written by the museum’s former president, The Musée Picasso Paris houses the most impressive collection of Picasso’s works. Now you can visit this extensive collection from the comfort of your favorite reading spot, thanks to this canon of his works.
$40. At RizzoliUSA.com.
HOME: A CELEBRATION–NOTABLE VOICES REFLECT ON THE MEANING OF HOME
By Charlotte Moss
Moss presents a fascinating range of creatives, across all practices who share what “home” means to them. The primary objective in doing this project was to benefit No Kid Hungry, a wonderful organization whose mission became all the more vital during the last year.
$50. At RizzoliUSA.com.
COLLECTED INTERIORS: ROOMS THAT TELL A STORY
By Judith Nasatir
The curated interiors of Philip Mitchell reveal layered and timeless style on full display in his featured homes—many never-before-published—where he masterfully incorporates a wide-ranging mix of antiques, vintage collectibles, and contemporary pieces. He dials in everything from inherited furniture collections to modern art—in rooms that overflow with memories and warmth.
$55. At RizzoliUSA.com.
INTERIOR AFFAIRS: SOFIA ASPE AND THE ART OF DESIGN
By Sofia Aspe
The prominent Mexican interior designer presents homes that harmoniously balance eclectic character with modern and contemporary elegance. The book features residences in Mexico City, Spain, Florida, Texas, and other locales that will inspire your own interior designs.
$60. At RizzoliUSA.com.
PACIFIC NATURAL AT HOME
By Jenny Kayne
The book includes lifestyle and design guru Kayne’s home, as well as those of a range of women Kayne admires and who share her reverence for nature, a neutral palette, organic and renewable materials, and the goal of creating a calm, cosseting nest for family and friends.
$45. At RizzoliUSA.com.
THE ARCHITECTURE OF CHANEL
By Peter Martino
This tome tells the fascinating story of the 25-year long collaboration of two remarkable legends–Coco Chanel and Peter Marino. Through a stunning collection of sixteen buildings, the book shows how Marino’s architecture and interior design elevated Chanel’s luxury retail spaces to the realm of fine art.
$125. At Phaidon.com.
CHÂTEAU DE ‘HAROUÉ: THE HOME OF THE PRINCES DE BEAUVAU-CRAON
By Victoria Botana de Beauvau-Craon and Minnie de Beauvau-Craon
Château De ‘Haroué, an estate located in a remote village in the Lorraine region of northeastern France, is an unrivaled treasure of Gallic culture and heritage. Built between 1720 and 1729 for Marc de Beauvau, Prince de Beauvau-Craon, constable of Lorraine and viceroy of Tuscany, his descendants have inhabited the castle ever since and are devoted to stewarding this remarkable estate. Perfect for your favorite Francophile.
$65. At RizzoliUSA.com.
WONDERLAND
By Annie Leibovitz
The luxe book features more than 350 photographs by the renowned photographer, most of which were previously uncollected–including over 30 images never before published and more than 90 images that have not been seen since their original magazine publication. This is a personal library must-have.
$89.95. At Phaidon.com.
A TUSCAN ADVENTURE, CASTELLO DI POTENTINO: THE RESTORATION OF A CASTLE
By Charlotte Horton
Offering readers an intimate portrait of the renovation and life at Potentino, this enthralling account of revitalizing the Castello into a thriving vineyard, charming bed and breakfast, and vibrant arts center provides engaging text and anecdotal stories to its audience.
$65. At RizzoliUSA.com.
COMING HOME, MODERN RUSTIC: CREATIVE LIVING IN DUTCH INTERIORS
By Barbara de Vries
This book showcases original and resourceful living in the Netherlands at its best. The properties—including historic canal houses, restored farms, and eco-friendly homes—have been brought into the twenty-first century with typical Dutch style and sensibility, showing a wide range of imaginative spaces filled with color and informal charm.
$50. At RizzoliUSA.com.
LIGURIA: THE COOKBOOK
By Laurel Evans
Leave it to Texas native Evans, who immersed herself in the kitchens, restaurants, and markets of the Italian Riviera, building relationships with chefs, shopkeepers, producers, and nonne who drive the local cuisine. This book showcases all that she discovered: a cuisine that is beautiful but humble, plant-forward, seasonal, and waste-conscious. This is a healthy cuisine book like no other.
$45. At RizzoliUSA.com.
THE LATIN AMERICAN COOKBOOK
By Virgilio Martinez
Rarely has the incredible range of cuisines from Mexico’s tropical coasts to the icy islands at the foot of South America been documented as comprehensively as in this collection. Savor the 600 remarkable recipes that bring to life the vibrancy of Latin America and its myriad influences–indigenous, European, Asian and beyond.
$49.95. At Phaidon.com.
