Off the Cuff

by Carson Kressley

Book Overview

Carson Kressley is one of the most recognisable names in men's fashion today. As one of the Fab Five from Queer Eye for a Straight Guy he knows what he is talking about. Here, he makes over the tired men's style guide genre with an edgy and hilarious romp through every man's closet - from scarves to socks, from jeans to leather jackets. Vibrantly illustrated with full-colour photographs, and written with Carson's signature wit and irreverance, Off...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0525948368
• ISBN13: 9780525948360
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Dutton Books
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.4" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

A very, very good book!

I enjoy watching and learning from Carson Kressley and the other members of the Fab 5 on QEFTSG and the group's book was very well done. So, at first I wondered if I should buy this book because I was wondering if the same information from the Fab 5 book will be the same on "Off the Cuff". I found "Off the Cuff" to be a very enjoyable read with a lot of humor and also learning more about fashion than I have received from other men's fashion books. Kressley does a great job of explaining why and why not with articles of clothing and things I really didn't know about until I read this book. I was really impressed! From the shoes and the explanations of certain shoes and clothing was very much appreciated! I am stoked that he also spoke out against toe socks that to my chagrin CARGO magazine said was "in"....NOT! Anyway, I'm a straight man who appreciates the advice that Carson gives. One thing he makes sure that this book is not to dress like him, but for you to take the tools mentioned in his book and integrate what you learn for your personal life. "Off the Cuff" is an enjoyable read and currently ranks in my top 3 of books that deal with style for men. You won't be disappointed!

Laugh Out Loud and Toss the Pleats!

I don't know what more you can say about a fashion book that would actually enthrall my 13 year-old son -- the one who hates to comb his hair, would wear the same soccer T-shirts indefinitely if not for parental intervention, and summarily disdains anything vaguely resembling "dress clothes" -- than that it is straw spun to pure gold. Who knew fashion could be funny? With lively wit, loving admonitions, and plain good sense, Carson entertains and educates at once. All instructors should be so successful. Off the Cuff has become a family routine. We've resorted to reading passages aloud to one another across the living room. Family values! And make no mistake, my son is not only willing to dress better himself, he's even reminding his dad to ditch the pleats.

The perfect accessory for any man's wardrobe!

Take what you like about the show and multiply it ten fold, and you'll have an idea of how much you'll enjoy this book - not to mention finding the ideas make sense and work. Chock full of know-how, charm, and laugh out loud moments, this is one book I made sure was on my husband's nightstand... it can literally take the place of his asking you, "Will this look okay?" Highly recommend.

Great gift idea!

I purchased this book as a gift for my husband, but he hasn't had a chance to see it yet. I started reading it when it arrived at my house and haven't put it down. While the book is worth reading to get a dose of Carson hilarity, it also serves to provide meaningful style advice. What surprised me is that Carson does not advise all men to dress like he does. He wants them to be themselves - just a better dressed, more stylish version of themselves. Despite being part of a society where trends rule, Carson provides sound guidance for men to use in developing a wardrobe of classic, timeless pieces. Written with a very personal touch, this book is a great guide for those men who have a less than stellar sense of style. Only one problem... now I want him to write one for women!