10 Inspiring Books That Deserve a Spot On Your Bookshelf

Looking for a book that will give you the principles you need to transform your life? In Build an Empire, Elena Cardone — former actress, creator of Build an Empire University, and founder of 10x Ladies — shares actionable steps and techniques to successfully improve both your career as well as your relationships. Plus, she gives us a firsthand take on what it's like working with her husband and being the visonary behind their success.

Here's one for those who need applicable steps in securing a dream job in fashion. It has all of the fashion career advice you'll need in one place, from juggling tough internships to nailing that big interview.

Get out of the habit of making excuses and start coming up with solutions to solve your problems with life coach and motivational speaker Marie Forleo's game-changer.

Bill Cunningham's posthumous autobiography takes you inside the famed photographer's life as he compares fashion climbing to social climbing. As you read about his journey to the top you'll definitely laugh and, most importantly, learn why it's crucial to always be yourself.

The title says it all. Rachel Hollis's words will inspire you to stop pouting and go out and chase your dreams.

Find out what it's like to work at a fashion magazine, from one of the greatest to every do it, Diana Vreeland. Vreeland gives readers a sneak peek into her glamorous world as she casually shares her encounters with Coco Chanel and partying it up in the fashion-forward city of Paris.

Ever wondered what it took for Victoria Beckham or Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen turned their celebrity into a fashion phenomenon? Well, Teri Agins gives readers a deep dive into how celebrity influence pushes sales in the fashion industry.

Everything you ever wanted to know about Karl Lagerfeld and Yves Saint Laurent's rivalry is summed up in this addicting page turner. Find out how they laid the foundations for the greatest fashion houses back in the 1970s and get a bird's-eye view into their lives outside of work, too.

Read up on anecdotes and essays from a fashion legend who is, hands down, responsible for teaching us everything we know about honing in on your personal style. 

 Diane von Furstenberg takes us beyond her fashion brand and into her personal life, from childhood to her relationship and so much more.