take a look at these stylish books!

Happy Monday everyone! I am in love with these Crystal Frames by Paul Smith. The better to see the stylish books that will soon be hitting the shelves at your local bookstore. I know it's a little early for holiday shopping, but I wanted to mention them now so you can make a mental note to check them out. They are a satisfying answer to this year's economic constraints.

You're not supposed to judge a book by it's cover, but this one may be an exception--Iké Udé presents a beautifully designed volume that profiles more than 55 of the most influential arbiters of style in the world today, including Hamish Bowles, Oscar de la Renta, Christian Louboutin, Zac Posen, Diane von Furstenberg, Dita Von Teese and John Galliano. STYLE FILE: The World’s Most Elegantly Dressed hits stores November 4th.

Cosmopolitan is the beauty bible for millions of women worldwide. If you want the scoop on all of the magazine's hottest beauty tips, check out: COSMO'S SEXIEST BEAUTY SECRETS: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO LOOKING GORGEOUS. The title is self-explanatory and perfect for your favorite beauty product junkie.

VINTAGE SHOES is a collection of archive illustrations, couture fashion drawings, and fashion photography of the most influential shoes of the twentieth century. Available in bookstores everywhere starting October 28th.