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The Ten

The stories behind the fashion classics

by Lauren Cochrane

Narrator Gesella Ohaka

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Length 7 hours 36 minutes

Language English

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Summary
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'Amazing – what perfect timing for fashion's new wave'
Barbara Hulanicki, Founder of BIBA

These 10 classic fashion items are part of the universal language of style: the White T-shirt, Miniskirt, Hoodie, Jeans, Ballet flat, Breton top, Biker jacket, Little black dress, Stiletto, Trench.

While trends may come and go, they remain symbols of perennial cool, part of a capsule collection of chic emblems that represent who we are, who we want to be and how we want to be seen.

The Ten tells the story of each item's creation, its journey to popularity, and why it matters today. These stories are accompanied by stylish photography and illustrations of the icons – from Katharine Hepburn to Prince – who have worn the pieces so well.

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Lauren Cochrane is Senior Fashion Writer of The Guardian and Editor of CircleZeroEight. She contributes to publications including The Face, ELLE, Service95, and Mr Porter. Based in London, Lauren covers everything from catwalk shows to art exhibitions and pop culture. She is also author of The Ten: The Stories Behind the Fashion Classics and her current favourite Beyonce song is 'Upgrade U'.