How to Be Yourself: Life-Changing Advice from a Reckless Contrarian

A very small somewhat weak book.I really like the story of uk born Simon Doonan and thought this would be a fun book to read but I’m afraid to say it is a somewhat small uninteresting rambling with with lots of poorly printed photos.This is the second book I have purchased on line by Phaidon publishers recently that I have been disopointed with.

I love Simon Doonan's point of view. He always has a fresh, original and compelling opinion on everything--kind of like Diana Vreeland, but more grounded and relatable. I loved Confessions of a Window Dresser, Eccentric Glamour, and Wacky Chicks, but this book ("How to Be Yourself") and The Asylum are my favorites. He's right that everyone's brains have been hijacked by social media aspiration and envy and that the best thing anyone could do is focus on something they CAN control--expressing themselves! Cultivating interesting personal style, being one's true self, and leading an interesting life are themes in most or all of his work. I love this message. I get why he wants people to be their most interesting selves--it makes life more colorful and interesting for everyone around them and it's uplifting and inspiring as well. Can't wait to read his next book.

Badly written poorly designed, nonsense content.

Great read, honest and refreshing views on accepting and loving yourself.

I enjoyed this book tremendously...still processing and will re-read multiple times. Love Simon's take on life and refreshing tips on how to find yourself across all important chapters of your life: werk, love, family, style, decor, people. Joy to read especially now during the holidays it can feel a bit melancholy, this book put a smile on my face!

Fun and enjoyed.