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kitalsviey's review
3.75
As a model this was so interesting! Actually based a university assignment around this book and thoroughly enjoyed writing an essay for the first time in my life.
The only downside was that it was very clearly taken from Mears’ studies with the typical repetitive structure of an academic paper. I wish it was adapted more before being turned into a book - but don’t let this deter you, it’s easy to skip through!
The only downside was that it was very clearly taken from Mears’ studies with the typical repetitive structure of an academic paper. I wish it was adapted more before being turned into a book - but don’t let this deter you, it’s easy to skip through!
horfhorfhorf's review
2.0
I expected something more than what the book delivered. Also, the quote structure used drove me nuts - but that's a matter of preference.
ben_sch's review
4.0
Was mesmerized by this, but also somewhat dissapointed.
They talk about the social effects and overall I feel like I have a really good model of people-selection & promotion on multiple levels which will be useful. However it never goes deep enough to talk about the actual causes, first movers, etc, and doesn't actually uncover anything that people have difficulty talking about. Also I feel like I have a better understanding of commercial vs prestige markets and their interaction.
They talk about the social effects and overall I feel like I have a really good model of people-selection & promotion on multiple levels which will be useful. However it never goes deep enough to talk about the actual causes, first movers, etc, and doesn't actually uncover anything that people have difficulty talking about. Also I feel like I have a better understanding of commercial vs prestige markets and their interaction.
p0tat0's review
2.0
Interesting insights but lack of edits to elevate it from its obvious first life as a dissertation made it an often frustrating and repetitive read.
charleyroxy's review against another edition
3.0
A fascinating look at the fashion industry and that race, class, and gender determine who makes it as a model and how. You think you may understand but there is so much more going on. *Audiobook version is narrated well and has a very conversational tone, more so than just reading it. Enjoyed listening to it.
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