'A memoir on thriving and surviving the cut-throat fashion industry amid racism and homophobia, The Chiffon Trenches charts Talley's rise from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most influential men in fashion. From Talley's first job assisting Andy Warhol at a fashion magazine, to his friendships with the late Karl Lagerfeld and Anna Wintour, The Chiffon Trenches makes for captivating reading for fashion fans and beyond' Another Magazine
'Through an enlightening narrative, Andre Leon Talley's The Chiffon Trenches honestly and candidly captures 50 sublime years of fashion. Talley's unrivalled knowledge, extraordinary eye for spotting raw talent and 'ahead of the curve' ability to clearly define what makes a good dress, draws you in from page one. An insightful and intelligent read, conveyed in a way only he could' Manolo Blahnik
'Andre Leon Talley's fantastic memoir, The Chiffon Trenches, is a riveting, enthralling, and heartbreaking read, tracing the incredible arc of his life from growing up in the Jim Crow South, to what it took for him to come to New York, and thanks to his vast talent and work ethic, gain the respect and recognition of the legends of his day, including Diana Vreeland, Andy Warhol, Karl Lagerfeld and Anna Wintour. Andre has lived life at the epicenter of the most glamourous worlds of fashion in both Paris and New York; and now this book is one more chapter in his amazing legacy' Wendy Goodman, Design Editor, New York Magazine
'Andre Leon Talley has transcended the fashion industry by showing each of us how he has tamed his own genius to become a one of a kind unique leader. Read this book if you want to be entertained, educated, enlightened, and most of all taught how to step out of the crowd to become your own true & authentic self' Marc Benioff, New York Times bestselling author of Trailblazer
