The Pocket Stylist by Kendall Farr (2004, Hardcover)

I love how the author right off the bat tells you to appreciate your body andits silhouette as it is right now, not how it was 2, 5, 10 years ago.

I also like the section on shopping for a good tailor, I did this, bought two garments to have tailored and am so pleased with how they fit!
She tells you to take all of your measurements (I went to the tailor and had her do it) and the author says you need to shop off of these, not the size tag on clothes, when shopping.

I take this book with me to the tailor and shopping. It's a great guide.
She talks about the staples of your closet (for each individual body type)
they types of fabric that are good to invest in, gives you names of store at the high, mid, and economy price ranges (also does this for shoes, accessories, undergarments).

Amazing book. I first borrowed from my friend and decided I needed to have my own copy so went on ebay and bought it!