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Fabulosity: What It Is and How to Get It
"Fabulosity (n): 1: a state of everything that is fabulous 2: a quality ascribed to that which expresses glamour, style, charisma, power, and heart" Kimora Lee Simmons knows what it means to have fabulosity -- and she wants to tell "you" how to get it.
In this empowering new book, Kimora -- a top model, wife of hip-hop legend Russell Simmons, mother to two daughters, a nati...more
In this empowering new book, Kimora -- a top model, wife of hip-hop legend Russell Simmons, mother to two daughters, a nati...more
Hardcover, 272 pages
Published
February 21st 2006
by ReganBooks
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Kimora Lee Simmons is my wonder woman. A working mom who has created an entire empire by herself. She continues to raise her children with integrity and style, whilst running numerous company's and doing 10000 other things to boot. Starting her career out as a model at a very young age, Kimora has life experience only a few can say they have.
She is my ultimate 21st Century Icon and reading this book empowers me to reach for my goals.
I first bought this book about 6 years ago, and I fell in lov...more
She is my ultimate 21st Century Icon and reading this book empowers me to reach for my goals.
I first bought this book about 6 years ago, and I fell in lov...more
I learned a lot from reading this book and the tone of it was very "Kimora-ish". So many things that she said makes sense, and hearing some of her background explains that her confidence took time to develop (as does most people's). I remember that after I read this book in 2007, one of the first things I did was write a $5 million dollar check to myself and placed it in my Bible. I'm still looking forward to cashing it :-). Another thing that I've kept with me from reading this book is to use t...more
i saw her on TV doing an interview and was totally captivated by her! she was talking about this book so i bought it.. and it's a quick and entertaining read!
Kimora is so obnoxious I could not even stand to finish the book.. and my dog peed on it so I am not the only one who thought it was a pisser!
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very EMPOWERING book! Must read ....
Aug 06, 2008
Alexandria Michelle
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4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
hip hop musicians, fashionistas and wannabes
Recommended to Alexandria Michelle by:
SoulChilde
I LOVE KIMORA LEE SIMMONS. Here is a woman in the prime of her life who is not afraid to be an individual. I love her warrior attitude. Kimora is definitely over the top but that is her persona and she owns it. Her personal style is "Ghetto Fabulous Baroque: rich colors, lavish silks, velvets, and vivid prints but all mixed with modern styling- jeans and tank tops." She does not care who hates her look because she believes in being a strong individual. The author has a great story.
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Fabulosity is a fantastic book! I am even reading it for a second time. This book is truly inspiring. Kimora is confident and successful, and she proves that all women, from all walks of life, can be the same. She talks about self-esteem, business, romance, you name it! If ever you have felt any doubt about any goal or direction in your life, read Fabulosity.
WELL, LETS SEE KNOW. THIS BOOK HAS GOT TO DO ALOT WITH THE MODELING THING, AND I AM NOT A MODEL, BUT MY NIECE IS, SO I AM GOING TO SEND IT TO HER. AND HOPE THAT SHE WILL BE ABLE TO USE SOME OF IT.
WHAT PUZZLES ME IS THAT I FEEL THAT KIMORA IS KIND OF BRAGGING ABOUT HER SUCCESS. I WOULDN'T DO THAT BECAUSE WHAT MAN CAN MAKE, GOD CAN TAKE.....JUST BE BEAUTIFUL WITHIN...
WHAT PUZZLES ME IS THAT I FEEL THAT KIMORA IS KIND OF BRAGGING ABOUT HER SUCCESS. I WOULDN'T DO THAT BECAUSE WHAT MAN CAN MAKE, GOD CAN TAKE.....JUST BE BEAUTIFUL WITHIN...
Fabulosity is something expected with supermodels...it's what makes them apart from the ordinary women. Kimora, in this book, points out how regular women can obtain fierceness which will make them their better selves. Celebrating our flaws and uniqueness...easier said than done, but it can happen.
I recommend this to any young woman or girl who has high aspirations particularly in media/fashion or any other potentially high profile field. This book does have good content/advice which is wrapped in Kimora's brand of "Fabulosity" and if you enjoy that - this book is a 3.75. If not - it's a 2.
Ok, I picked this book up at Goodwill because I loved the concept of embracing my inner fabulosity. There are good tips in the book, but Kimora is full of herself. At times it was a turn off. All in all, a fun concept. Worth the $1.99 I paid for it.
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I ABSOLUTELY LOVE KIMORA! But I was a little disappointed in this book. This book is great for those that want to get into modeling. And those with a low self esteem! But ...Kimora still my girl!
Want to know the secret to living a life full of fabulosity? Become a model for Chanel at 14 and then go on to marry the most powerful man in hip-hop.
Jul 12, 2009
M
is currently reading it
so far it's easy to say all those things when one is super rich--and why would there not be a pic of he African-American Dad?
I guess..thats all I can say..everything common sense but I guess some people dont have any..I still like kimora
Love this book by Kimora. It definitely birthed a new mindset for my business, hence the name Fabulously Wed.
I really enjoyed this 'go-out-and-conquer-the-world' book. I used to really enjoy advice books like this in my late 20's and 30's, but then the children came and the books went by the wayside in favor of parenting volumes. I must be turning another page in life, because she motivated me.. She has great advice, gave me inspiration to make something happen and was generally a fun read.
Dec 21, 2008
Honey
marked it as to-read
i want this book soo bad!!! Kimora is my idol!
A guide to embracing your inner Fabulosity!
I love Kimora Lee Simmons because she's so over-the-top; the hair, the clothes, the jewelry, the Bentleys, the NJ mansion, etc. However, you have to admire someone who came from such humble beginnings (the awkard biracial child of a single parent) to become Karl Lagerfeld's muse, a top model, entrepreneur, wife and mother. The book is filled with great fashion tips, but also really great inspirational advice on being the best YOU that you can be and not letting anyone tell you that you aren't go...more
Dec 21, 2012
Zania
marked it as to-read
it was good
Skip it.
I love Kimora, and when I discovered she had written a book, I was anxious to read it. Although I did learn several things, and took away several things to thing about. This book focused more on where she came from and how it made her who she is today, rather than on style. I also think the book was geared more towards young girls wanting to get into modeling, than for the general style-conscious woman. Not a bad read at all, just not what I expected.
Fabulosity (n): 1: a state of everything that is fabulous 2: a quality ascribed to that which expresses glamour, style, charisma, power, and heart.
I like this one because its not as cheesy as it looks. She talks about what to do with yourself to build your own persona. Something i think is important nowadays...Learn who you are and learn to love it! Go buy it.
I like this one because its not as cheesy as it looks. She talks about what to do with yourself to build your own persona. Something i think is important nowadays...Learn who you are and learn to love it! Go buy it.
Jul 26, 2007
Lorette
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Recommends it for:
anyone thinking of starting their own business
A friend recommended I read this book as I am in the process of starting my own line of lingerie. It is actually considered a self-help book and it is a bit 'loud', which is actually how Kimora describes herself, but whenever I need a little ego boost or encouragement in my business undertaking, I read a chapter and I'm there!
I loved this book, it was nothing like I exspected it to be. It was funny, truthful, down to earth and just what every women needs to hear to get real with herself and get motivated to be all SHE can be, wonderful book, a great tool for teenagers and young women and a reminder for mature women to do a self check.
" Fabulosity (n): 1: a state of everything that is fabulous 2: a quality ascribed to that which expresses glamour, style, charisma, power, and heart
Kimora Lee Simmons knows what it means to have fabulosity -- and she wants to tell you how to get it. "
Kimora Lee Simmons knows what it means to have fabulosity -- and she wants to tell you how to get it. "
While this may be a little "ghetto fabulous" I really enjoyed it. There are a lot of inspirational quotes from hip hop artists and world famous leaders alike. This gave me a nice boost of confidence and some good tips on living like a strong, stylish woman.
Reading this made me feel like becoming a fierce, independent and powerful entrepreneur with an abundant salary and fabulous house. Inspiring for any young girl who has that independent streak and needs a strong, female role model.
I loved it mainly because I wasn't expecting anything profound from it. It's about KLS the BRAND and not KLS the person. I love that. Her brand is strong and the book supports that.
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Kimora Lee Simmons (born Kimora Lee Perkins) is model, author, the head of design for Baby Phat, KLS and an occasional actress. Simmons is half African American, one quarter Korean, and one quarter Japanese.
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