Teens Have Style! Fashion Programs for Young Adults at the Library

August 1, 2013

Informative and well-thought-out, this book is outstanding. Readers will be amazed by the number of ideas and the precise step-by-step instructions on how to implement them in library programming. With a little imagination and adaptation, most of them could be used with any age group. Suggestions include a prom fashion show or fair, "Manga Fashionistas," a rotten sneaker contest, and a program about the influence of art in fashion. The authors clearly know fashion, teens, and successful programming. Their expertise shines through in the information presented, organization of the book, and "Bibliographies, Resources, and Websites" sections that conclude each chapter. This resource closes with appendixes filled with terms, quotes, trivia, tips, directions, and handouts. Each idea has an overview of the program that includes ways to adapt it depending on staff and size of venue, publicity ideas, and registration strategies. A "Before the Program" section details recommendations for where to find local contacts, and detailed lists of supplies are appended. The "Day of the Program" section includes setup, activities, suggested goodie bags, refreshments, and more.-Cindy Wall, Southington Library & Museum, CT

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